From Grief to Gold

Melissa Anne
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Much like the Japanese art known as kintsugi or kintsukuroi, we're repairing the broken pieces of ourselves by mending it with gold. Learning ways to put back together that which feels broken, and renewing it.

  1. 07/11/2025

    50. The Grass is Greener Where You Water It and Letting Go of Control

    In this episode, Alysse opens up about her journey through the ups and downs of grief after losing her fiancé, Rashad. She chats with Melissa about how she found her way from just getting by to truly living again. They dive into the unexpected twists life throws at us, the art of letting go of control, and the little joys that make each day brighter. Tune in for a heartfelt conversation about healing, growth, and finding hope in the most surprising places. Time stamps: 00:00 Introduction and Social Media Connections 02:53 The Life of the Party: Remembering Rashad 05:52 Finding Healing in Hobbies and New Experiences 07:36 Living in the Present and Avoiding Comparison 10:41 Navigating Dating and Sharing the Past 13:59 The Ongoing Process of Grief 29:07 The Evolution of Grief and Healing 33:35 Navigating Dating and Finding a New Partner 35:33 The Importance of Asking for Help and Accepting Support 41:25 Focusing on Gratitude and a Better Future Follow Alysse: https://www.instagram.com/lysseonlife/ https://lysseonlife.com/ Follow FGTG: https://www.instagram.com/fromgrieftogold Grab the show notes:

  2. 05/22/2025

    49. The Importance of Community in Veteran Mental Health

    In this episode, I chat with Kris Searles about his journey from military life to becoming a trauma-informed coach for veterans. He opens up about what it was like coming home from combat, the struggle to adjust to civilian life, and how anger showed up in the process. We talk a lot about the power of community and how the Veterans Talking to Veterans program is using storytelling as a way to heal. Kris brings up some important points around mental health for both veterans and first responders, and he’s a strong voice for women veterans too, sharing ideas for how we can better support them moving forward. We also dig into the reality of veteran suicide, why connection matters, and how purpose beyond the uniform can make all the difference. Kris talks about the adventures and friendships that help veterans feel seen again, and we both reflect on how healing looks different for everyone, including the people standing beside them like spouses and families. There’s a lot in this one about resilience, what it really takes to keep going, and how just taking that first step toward support can shift everything. Some key mental health resources shared in this episode include: https://www.overwatch6.com/ https://www.mentoragility.com/find-a-vttv-meeting https://medschool.cuanschutz.edu/mibh https://www.garysinisefoundation.org/ https://ateasehorsemanship.org/

  3. 05/14/2025

    48. It's Okay to Have a New Beginning in Life, Love, and Business

    Navigating Personal Growth and Entrepreneurship In this episode, Melissa reflects on her personal growth over the past year, discussing the intertwining of her personal and professional life, the importance of mental health, and the value of vulnerability in storytelling. She shares her journey of prioritizing self-care, navigating her master's program, and preparing for upcoming podcast episodes featuring guests who share their own stories of grief and resilience. Melissa emphasizes the significance of allowing oneself grace and understanding that growth is a process. Takeaways: Prioritizing personal growth can lead to professional success.Healthy relationships require self-awareness and communication.Entrepreneurship demands significant internal work.Personal and business lives are often interconnected.Vulnerability in storytelling can aid healing.Self-care is essential for mental well-being.Education can be financially manageable with the right resources.Sharing stories of grief can help normalize the experience.It's important to honor one's own journey and pace.Growth is a continuous process that requires patience. Chapters 00:00 Reflections on Personal Growth and Podcasting Journey 03:01 Interconnection of Personal and Professional Life 06:11 Navigating Mental Health and Education 08:55 The Importance of Vulnerability and Storytelling 11:52 Embracing Self-Care and Personal Time 15:00 Honoring Grief and Moving Forward

  4. 05/11/2024

    47. Checking in to say hi

    Today's episode is more of a quick check in to say hi, share about why I created this podcast, reference my book, and remember to shine your light authentically! Catch the video version here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NYQ7V9agg-U Find more about From Grief to Gold here: https://fromgrieftogold.com/ Apply for my accountability coaching: https://fromgrieftogold.com/coaching/ Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/muchlovebymel/

  5. 04/24/2024

    46. People Pleasing and the Impact of Saying No

    It's my first episode for 2024 (third of season 3...) and today I wanted to share about people pleasing and the impact saying no has had on me so far this year (and since the last episode recording I made.) From withdrawing from my masters program, saying no to certain relationships, and opportunities... having a successful start of the year business-wise. While trusting the process. Knowing that opportunities will be there when the time is right.

  6. 09/11/2023

    45. The story behind my "never tell me the odds" tattoo, sometimes life can be hard, and finding the good in the storms

    Sometimes life can be hard. It can be even harder to find the good in the storms. In this episode I wanted to briefly share the story behind my "never tell me the odds" tattoo, and how even though life can be really hard, we can still persevere and find good within. Find more about From Grief to Gold here: https://fromgrieftogold.com/ Apply for my accountability coaching: https://fromgrieftogold.com/coaching/

  7. 09/08/2023

    44. Childhood Grief, Reparenting, and Overcoming Mental Illness Everyday with Kathryn Keefer

    In this episode we discuss childhood grief, reparenting, and overcoming mental illness everyday. My guest was the wonderful Kathryn Keefer. We share about issues that came up on our childhood and how they've affected us to this day. Working out of a victim mentality, and figuring out ways to heal, even if it means overcoming mental illness everyday. Enjoy! "I don't even want to know where I would be if I hadn't have started that journey. And it just proves that you're always going to end up where you're supposed to be as long as you just keep going and show up every day. And even if you're having a terrible day and that means just getting up and showering, you've done something" You can find her on instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/kathrynkeefer

  8. 09/02/2023

    43. The start of a new season in life, mental health struggles, suicide prevention month, and accountability coaching

    We're starting season 3! I just turned 31 this week, and it is the start of a new season in life. On this episode I wanted to touch on some changes going on moving forward, mental health struggles, and suicide prevention month. Suicidal ideations aren't a foreign experience to me, and often is something people don't talk about. I also wanted to share about some of the major updates (like a brand new website) to From Grief to Gold, and my official launch for my accountability coaching health and wellness program! Website: https://fromgrieftogold.com/ Accountability coaching form: https://fromgrieftogold.com/coaching/ The Startup Collective: https://thebrandedacademy.com/the-startup-collective/

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Much like the Japanese art known as kintsugi or kintsukuroi, we're repairing the broken pieces of ourselves by mending it with gold. Learning ways to put back together that which feels broken, and renewing it.

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  • Creator
    Melissa Anne
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2025
  • Episodes
    50
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 325967
  • Show Website
    From Grief to Gold