Me in the Making Podcast

Melissa Clay
  • 5.0 (21)
  • Self-Improvement
  • Updated Weekly

The Me in the Making podcast is about self-discovery and encouraging personal introspection. I believe that in order to grow, you have to keep evolving after you've learned new information and I'm curious how that manifests in others' lives.

  1. 4d ago

    Why Discipline Breaks Down: Fixing Your Morning Routine

    Why is it so easy to crush a 30-day fitness or productivity challenge, but nearly impossible to keep those habits going once it's over? What happens when your discipline falls through? Watch the video episode here: https://youtu.be/VH5Q9ITjMuM  If you thrive under the pressure of a timed challenge but struggle to maintain those habits in everyday life like I do, this episode is for you. I talk through the friction between short-term goals and long-term habit forming, sharing my candid journey with morning routines, bedtime boundaries, and self-accountability. I break down the subtle traps of late-night phone scrolling, self-rationalization, and how to find the balance between giving yourself grace and calling out laziness. Listen, I'm talking to myself as much as I'm talking to you! New here? Check out seasons 1-3 in this feed for audio, and watch season 3 on my YouTube channel. If you've been here and a subscriber, thank you for sticking with me! It means so much to me and I hope we can connect this season. Follow my newsletter:  https://makingmepod.substack.com/p/what-do-you-do-when-your-discipline    Follow me on social media: https://www.tiktok.com/@makingmepod https://www.instagram.com/makingmepod/   Check out my website: https://makingmepod.com/   Email me: meli@makingmepod.com

    Why Discipline Breaks Down: Fixing Your Morning Routine

  2. Sep 22

    How to Rebrand Your Podcast & Reclaim Your Peace feat. Mikita Smith

    What do you do when the brand you built no longer fits the person you've become? Watch the video episode here: https://youtu.be/Nzd5rhD_x6M  My guest, Mikita Smith, host of Beautifully Unbalanced podcast, to reveal how she overcame fear and anxiety to completely rebrand her show. We explore the emotional and practical sides of personal transformation. If you're navigating a life shift, this episode will give you the tools and mindset needed to embrace your own pivot with confidence. Follow Mikita here:  Beautifully Unbalanced.com Mikita Smith Instagram Mikita Smith Facebook New here? Check out seasons 1-3 in this feed for audio, and watch season 3 on my YouTube channel. If you've been here and a subscriber, thank you for sticking with me! It means so much to me and I hope we can connect this season. Follow my newsletter:  https://substack.com/@makingmepod/posts   Follow me on social media: https://www.tiktok.com/@makingmepod https://www.instagram.com/makingmepod/   Check out my website: https://makingmepod.com/   Email me: meli@makingmepod.com

    How to Rebrand Your Podcast & Reclaim Your Peace feat. Mikita Smith

  3. Sep 15

    Balancing a 9 to 5 & Creative Passions: Kehinde Winful on Writing Flooding the River

    If you have ever felt like your job is swallowing your creative dreams my guest is here to remind you, you don't have to choose between financial stability and your passion. Watch the video episode here: https://youtu.be/D3P30ukC_Fg  Kehinde Winful, author of Flooding the River and practicing litigator, and I discuss the mindset shifts required to write a book while maintaining a professional career. We unpack the power of small daily habits, overcoming the imposter syndrome around self-promotion, and Kehinde shares her love of handwriting her stories. If you want to cultivate a growth mindset and integrate art into your everyday schedule, this episode offers practical wisdom and deep encouragement. Follow Kehinde:  https://www.instagram.com/kenyoureads/  https://kenyoureads.substack.com/ Buy Flooding the River on Itasca Books Buy Flooding the River on Amazon    New here? Check out seasons 1-3 in this feed for audio, and watch season 3 on my YouTube channel. If you've been here and a subscriber, thank you for sticking with me! It means so much to me and I hope we can connect this season. Follow my newsletter:  https://substack.com/@makingmepod/posts   Follow me on social media: https://www.tiktok.com/@makingmepod https://www.instagram.com/makingmepod/   Check out my website: https://makingmepod.com/   Email me: meli@makingmepod.com

    Balancing a 9 to 5 & Creative Passions: Kehinde Winful on Writing Flooding the River

  4. Sep 8

    What Is Generative AI Actually Costing Your Creativity and Relationships?

    What would it cost you to fully be yourself unapologetically, without hiding behind AI? Watch the video episode here: https://youtu.be/LefIowmxAZ0  I explore the personal and social costs of relying on generative AI in this solo episode. I make a case that we should actively avoid AI in creative and personal spaces so we can protect human connection and creative autonomy. I get into why leaning into the "cringe" of being fully yourself is far more valuable than leaning into who you think you should be. I talk about how choosing creative authenticity over automated output can build your confidence, protect genuine collaboration, and grow real connection in your everyday life. New here? Check out seasons 1-3 in this feed for audio, and watch season 3 on my YouTube channel. If you've been here and a subscriber, thank you for sticking with me! It means so much to me and I hope we can connect this season. Follow my newsletter:  https://substack.com/@makingmepod/posts   Follow me on social media: https://www.tiktok.com/@makingmepod https://www.instagram.com/makingmepod/   Check out my website: https://makingmepod.com/   Email me: meli@makingmepod.com

    What Is Generative AI Actually Costing Your Creativity and Relationships?

  5. Sep 4 ·  Bonus

    BONUS - In the Running

    Fun news!! Me in the Making podcast is in the running for a nomination for a 2026 Black Podcasting Award in the Best Episode of the Year category! I need your help. Please cast your vote for Me in the Making on of before Monday, 9/7/2026. Vote here: http://blackpod.awardsplatform.com/  The steps are simple! Create an account, click on 2026 Public Voting Booth, select the Best Episode of the Year category, scroll down and vote for Me in the Making. You can only vote once per category, so please make it count. Your vote will be counted immediately when you click on the heart icon.  DM me on Tiktok or IG if you have any questions! https://www.tiktok.com/@makingmepod https://www.instagram.com/makingmepod/

    BONUS - In the Running

  6. Sep 1

    Living Beyond Societal Expectations & Reframing Success

    Why do we spend so much time stressing over milestones we might not even want? Watch the video episode here: https://youtu.be/Mp6r67ZESEU  I talk through the concepts of life milestones, aging, and self-definition in my solo episode. Do you think you're living the life you actually want, or the one you feel like you should be living? The lifespan in America is roughly 80 years and 80 years is both a blip in history but it's a long time to live so why not live it authentically. I unpack the trap of social comparison, the value of mental health support, and the peace that comes with realizing 80 years leaves plenty of time to reinvent yourself. New here? Check out seasons 1-3 in this feed for audio, and watch season 3 on my YouTube channel. If you've been here and a subscriber, thank you for sticking with me! It means so much to me and I hope we can connect this season. Follow my newsletter:  https://substack.com/@makingmepod/posts   Follow me on social media: https://www.tiktok.com/@makingmepod https://www.instagram.com/makingmepod/   Check out my website: https://makingmepod.com/   Email me: meli@makingmepod.com

    Living Beyond Societal Expectations & Reframing Success

  7. Aug 25

    Finding Your Voice: How Pop Culture & Media Shape Our Creative Journey feat. Eteng Ettah

    What does your favorite TV show say about society, and how do you use your own story to make a real cultural impact? I connect with Eteng Ettah, host of Consider This for Comfort podcast, to unpack media commentary, creative self-expression, and personal growth . Watch the episode here: https://youtu.be/Mp6r67ZESEU Eteng shares her origin story, from watching pop culture shows as a kid to studying social influence and launching her own podcast and newsletter. We explore the loss of media monoculture, the importance of surrounding yourself with people who see your vision, and how to stop letting your ideas live only in your head. Packed with humor, inspiration, and actionable advice, this episode is a guide for anyone stepping into their purpose. Follow Eteng:  https://www.instagram.com/considercomfortpod/  https://www.instagram.com/etenggg  https://www.etengettah.com/    New here? Check out seasons 1-3 in this feed for audio, and watch season 3 on my YouTube channel. If you've been here and a subscriber, thank you for sticking with me! It means so much to me and I hope we can connect this season. Follow my newsletter:  https://substack.com/@makingmepod/posts   Follow me on social media: https://www.tiktok.com/@makingmepod https://www.instagram.com/makingmepod/   Check out my website: https://makingmepod.com/   Email me: meli@makingmepod.com

    Finding Your Voice: How Pop Culture & Media Shape Our Creative Journey feat. Eteng Ettah

  8. Aug 18

    How to Pivot Your Career, Leverage LinkedIn, & Navigate Infertility feat. Dr. Tajuana Lordeus

    You don't have to fit into a single box to succeed and my guest Dr. Tajuana Lordeus is living proof. We have an inspiring conversation on career pivots, overcoming self-doubt, and creating a life filled with purpose. Watch the episode here: https://youtu.be/Oz7SXyoCz9A  Tajuana reflects on her path as a Black woman in medicine, from finding her calling as a Physician Associate to advocating for diversity in healthcare. She drops practical career advice on cold-messaging on LinkedIn and stepping into public speaking despite stage fright.  Beyond her career, Tajuana opens up about finding love in her 30s, navigating infertility and fibroids, rethinking motherhood, and publishing children's books to uplift Black youth . Whether you are exploring healthcare careers, looking to expand your professional network, or navigating personal life transitions, this episode offers rich wisdom on resilience, self-advocacy, and growth . Follow Tajuana and check out her books!  Facebook LinkedIn Email The Little Brown Boy - Premier The Little Brown Boy with the Red Scarf goes to Chicago   New here? Check out seasons 1-3 in this feed for audio, and watch season 3 on my YouTube channel. If you've been here and a subscriber, thank you for sticking with me! It means so much to me and I hope we can connect this season. Follow my newsletter:  https://substack.com/@makingmepod/posts   Follow me on social media: https://www.tiktok.com/@makingmepod https://www.instagram.com/makingmepod/   Check out my website: https://makingmepod.com/   Email me: meli@makingmepod.com

    How to Pivot Your Career, Leverage LinkedIn, & Navigate Infertility feat. Dr. Tajuana Lordeus
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The Me in the Making podcast is about self-discovery and encouraging personal introspection. I believe that in order to grow, you have to keep evolving after you've learned new information and I'm curious how that manifests in others' lives.

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  • Creator
    Melissa Clay
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2026
  • Episodes
    77
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2022
  • Show Website
    Me in the Making Podcast