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Michele Simms Host of The Beauty In The Mess Podcast

My mission is to help people learn from the successes and failures of others to develop themselves faster and more efficiently. I am just a regular person and now a podcaster. I have launched 55 episodes into the world and have many more to come. I have been podcasting for over two years now. I am the mom of 4 wonderful kids and the wife to a great husband. I also have two fur babies, a dog and a cat, and I work full time besides podcasting.

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Ep. 86 A Journey Of Holistic Health With Marnie Marmet &Raquo; 1650003099970 Caa30047699981Fa2701426D1C88C766
Ep. 86 A Journey of Holistic Health with Marnie Marmet

In this episode of 'The Beauty In The Mess,' host Michele sits down with Marnie, an entrepreneur, certified holistic health coach, and author of 'My Song Unleashed.' Marnie shares her personal backsto…

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In this episode of 'The Beauty In The Mess,' host Michele sits down with Marnie, an entrepreneur, certified holistic health coach, and author of 'My Song Unleashed.' Marnie shares her personal backstory of transitioning from a focus on outward appearance to an in-depth journey of internal transformation. The discussion explores her path from running a promotional products company to becoming a certified integrative health practitioner. Marnie emphasizes the importance of finding and trusting one's voice, especially for women who often feel unheard and unworthy. She also delves into her holisti…

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Ep. 85 Understanding Stress And Its Impact On Health With Dorothy Cook &Raquo; 1650003099970 Caa30047699981Fa2701426D1C88C766
Ep. 85 Understanding Stress and Its Impact on Health with Dorothy Cook

In this episode of 'The Beauty In The Mess,' Michele interviews Dorothy J Cook, a Stress reduction specialist who shares her personal journey of overcoming a major health crisis caused by ignored stre…

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In this episode of 'The Beauty In The Mess,' Michele interviews Dorothy J Cook, a stress reduction specialist who shares her personal journey of overcoming a major health crisis caused by ignored stress. Dorothy discusses the importance of addressing stress to prevent health crises and details her approach to teaching clients how to manage stress effectively. She elaborates on five key principles, including body awareness, the limbic system, identity, triggers, and stress-reducing techniques. Dorothy also highlights the significance of tiny habits, internal motivation, and the power of the min…

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Ep. 84 Embracing Transformation With Kelly Keefe &Raquo; 1650003099970 Caa30047699981Fa2701426D1C88C766
Ep. 84 Embracing Transformation with Kelly Keefe

In this episode of Beauty and the Mess, Kelly Keefe shares her transformative journey from a challenging childhood to becoming a thought leader, healer, and bestselling author. She discusses pivotal m…

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In this episode of Beauty and the Mess, Kelly Keefe shares her transformative journey from a challenging childhood to becoming a thought leader, healer, and bestselling author. She discusses pivotal moments in her life, including a Lifestyle change during college and her introduction to Yoga and Meditation. Kelly explains her work in supporting individuals in aligning with their true purpose, the significance of maintaining integrity, and the power of our words. She also delves into overcoming fear, the importance of self-care, and trusting one's intuition. This conversation is a deep dive int…

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Ep. 83 Healing By Releasing Trapped Energy With Jeanne Russell &Raquo; 1650003099970 Caa30047699981Fa2701426D1C88C766
Ep. 83 Healing By Releasing Trapped Energy with Jeanne Russell

In this episode of The Beauty In The Mess, Jeannie Russell shares her journey of healing from chronic pain through holistic modalities such as acupuncture, crystals, and Reiki. She explains how unproc…

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In this episode of The Beauty In The Mess, Jeannie Russell shares her journey of healing from chronic pain through holistic modalities such as acupuncture, crystals, and Reiki. She explains how unprocessed negative emotions can become trapped in the body, leading to physical and emotional distress. Jeannie discusses the process of releasing these trapped emotions and heart walls to restore emotional balance and physical well-being. She also talks about the importance of self-love, the challenge of overcoming ingrained belief systems, and how energy work can benefit animals. The episode sheds l…

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Ep. 82 Breaking Barriers And Building Confidence With Shruti Rustagi &Raquo; 1650003099970 Caa30047699981Fa2701426D1C88C766
Ep. 82 Breaking Barriers and Building Confidence with Shruti Rustagi

In this episode of 'The Beauty In The Mess,' Shruti Rustagi shares her personal journey from battling self-doubt to achieving success, detailing the strategies she used to build confidence, leverage m…

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In this episode of 'The Beauty In The Mess,' Shruti Rustagi shares her personal journey from battling self-doubt to achieving success, detailing the strategies she used to build confidence, leverage mentors, and overcome mental barriers, using psychology and neuroscience. The conversation delves into practical techniques for managing self-doubt, handling criticism, and balancing the dynamics between introverts and extroverts in the workplace. The cultural differences in professional settings is also explores and Shruti offers her insights into career transitions and building accountability. Th…

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Ep. 81 From Writing Enthusiast To Influential Blogger And Podcaster With Melissa Vera &Raquo; 1650003099970 Caa30047699981Fa2701426D1C88C766
Ep. 81 From Writing Enthusiast to Influential Blogger and Podcaster with Melissa Vera

In this episode, Melissa shares her incredible journey, starting from a love for writing during her childhood, to becoming an English and Communications major in college, and eventually evolving into …

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In this episode, Melissa shares her incredible journey, starting from a love for writing during her childhood, to becoming an English and Communications major in college, and eventually evolving into a multifaceted entrepreneur, mom, blogger, and podcaster. She recounts significant life milestones, including Volunteering at her daughter’s school, starting and pivoting her blog, and facing family challenges including her daughter's epilepsy diagnosis and her father's illness and passing. The discussion delves deep into themes of personal Growth, resilience, faith, and the importance of authen…

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Ep. 80 Overcoming Menstrual Inequity With Celeste Mergens &Raquo; 1650003099970 Caa30047699981Fa2701426D1C88C766
Ep. 80 Overcoming Menstrual Inequity with Celeste Mergens

In this episode of 'The Beauty In The Mess', host Michele sits down with Celeste Mergens, a renowned author and thought leader, who shares her inspiring journey from overcoming childhood poverty to be…

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In this episode of 'The Beauty In The Mess', host Michele sits down with Celeste Mergens, a renowned author and thought leader, who shares her inspiring journey from overcoming childhood poverty to becoming a global expert in menstrual and reproductive health. Celeste discusses the profound impact of period poverty on girls and communities worldwide and introduces her organization, Days for Girls, which provides sustainable menstrual health solutions. She also delves into personal narratives about dealing with Trauma, the importance of mental and emotional well-being, and how little actions ca…

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Ep. 79 Finding Happiness And Self-Love With Tina Englisch &Raquo; 1650003099970 Caa30047699981Fa2701426D1C88C766
Ep. 79 Finding Happiness and Self-Love with Tina Englisch

In this episode of 'The Beauty In The Mess,' Michele welcomes Tina, Austria's Pioneer Relationship Coach & Dream Life Mentor who shares her unique journey from professional sports to relationship …

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In this episode of 'The Beauty In The Mess,' Michele welcomes Tina, Austria's Pioneer Relationship Coach & Dream Life Mentor who shares her unique journey from professional sports to relationship Coaching. Tina discusses her pursuit of happiness, beginning with a transformative experience in the Dominican Republic and Cuba, where she learned the essence of true happiness that is not tied to material possessions. She emphasizes the importance of self-love and holistic living, blending old school Wisdom with modern strategies. Tina provides practical advice on how to shift mindsets, create p…

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Ep. 78 Cultivating Change And A Positive Mindset With Becky Upchurch &Raquo; 1650003099970 Caa30047699981Fa2701426D1C88C766
Ep. 78 Cultivating Change and a Positive Mindset with Becky Upchurch

In this episode of 'The Beauty In The Mess,' Becky Upchurch, a mindset coach, shares her journey from being an educator to becoming a life coach. She discusses the importance of setting realistic goal…

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In this episode of 'The Beauty In The Mess,' Becky Upchurch, a mindset coach, shares her journey from being an educator to becoming a life coach. She discusses the importance of setting realistic goals, the misconceptions about motivation, and the strategies for creating sustainable changes in life. Becky emphasizes the significance of starting small and building momentum, the power of commitment over motivation, and the impact of mindset on achieving goals. She also touches on the challenges of setting boundaries, dealing with guilt, and transforming negative life events into sources of clari…

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Ep. 77 Navigating Divorce &Amp; Family Law With Empathy With Elizabeth Douglas, Esq &Raquo; 1650003099970 Caa30047699981Fa2701426D1C88C766
Ep. 77 Navigating Divorce & Family Law with Empathy with Elizabeth Douglas, ESQ

In this episode, Michele interviews Elizabeth Douglas, ESQ, an award-winning divorce and family law attorney and speaker. Elizabeth shares her lifelong passion for law, transitioning from corporate li…

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In this episode, Michele interviews Elizabeth Douglas, ESQ, an award-winning divorce and family law attorney and speaker. Elizabeth shares her lifelong passion for law, transitioning from corporate litigation to divorce and family law to forge a deeper connection with her clients. She discusses the challenges and rewards of her work, emphasizing the importance of communication, empathy, and holistic support for individuals going through divorce. Elizabeth also highlights the significance of self-care, Mental Health support, and the pivotal role of prenuptial agreements. The conversation touche…

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Ep. 76 Mastering Personal Branding With Annie Margarita Yang &Raquo; 1650003099970 Caa30047699981Fa2701426D1C88C766
Ep. 76 Mastering Personal Branding with Annie Margarita Yang

In this comprehensive episode of 'The Beauty In The Mess,' host Michele delves into the world of personal branding with financial expert and author, Annie Margarita Yang. The discussion spans Annie's …

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In this comprehensive episode of 'The Beauty In The Mess,' host Michele delves into the world of personal branding with financial expert and author, Annie Margarita Yang. The discussion spans Annie's journey from avoiding student loans to becoming a bestselling author, highlighting the importance of personal branding. Tips for curating a robust online presence, particularly on platforms like LinkedIn, are shared. The episode also explores strategies for maintaining a consistent and authentic brand across all social media, emphasizing storytelling and authenticity. Annie and Michele tackle topi…

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Ep. 75 Designing World Class Entrepreneurial Success With Daniel Hauge &Raquo; 1650003099970 Caa30047699981Fa2701426D1C88C766
Ep. 75 Designing World Class Entrepreneurial Success with Daniel Hauge

In this episode of The Beauty In The Mess, Daniel Hauge delves into the transformative journeys of entrepreneurs, who turned his life around from turmoil to triumph. He discusses the significance of a…

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In this episode of The Beauty In The Mess, Daniel Hauge delves into the transformative journeys of entrepreneurs, who turned his life around from turmoil to triumph. He discusses the significance of aligning business practices with personal values to ensure sustainable success and personal fulfillment. Key topics include the development of effective systems to maintain progress, the importance of clear goals, and the role of social media in personal branding. Real-life examples illustrate how consistent small actions, driven by well-structured systems, lead to long-term success. Insights on ma…

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Ep. 74 Mastering Fitness And Health With Scott Friedman &Raquo; 1650003099970 Caa30047699981Fa2701426D1C88C766
Ep. 74 Mastering Fitness and Health with Scott Friedman

In this episode of 'The Beauty In The Mess,' fitness mindset coach Scott Friedman explains the importance of mindset over mechanics in achieving fitness goals. Scott discusses common barriers to maint…

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In this episode of 'The Beauty In The Mess,' fitness mindset coach Scott Friedman explains the importance of mindset over mechanics in achieving fitness goals. Scott discusses common barriers to maintaining fitness routines, such as fear of public failure, societal pressures, and unrealistic expectations. The episode delves into transforming yo-yo dieting into a sustainable lifestyle by setting specific, realistic goals, and identifying deep-rooted motivations. Key steps like understanding your 'why,' creating actionable steps, and maintaining accountability are emphasized. The discussion cove…

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Living With Courage And Hope &Raquo; 1650003099970 Caa30047699981Fa2701426D1C88C766
Living with Courage and Hope

In this episode of 'The Beauty In The Mess,' we sit down with Christa Gagnon, a rare disease advocate and founder of Going with the Gagnons. Christa shares her transformative journey after her daughte…

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In this episode of 'The Beauty In The Mess,' we sit down with Christa Gagnon, a rare disease advocate and founder of Going with the Gagnons. Christa shares her transformative journey after her daughter, Jordan, was diagnosed with Giant Axonal Neuropathy (GAN), a terminal illness. She discusses the challenges of living with a terminal genetic condition, the stages of Grief, and how she and her family navigate life day by day. We also learn about Jordan's dreams, their joint clothing line, and the importance of community and advocacy.Christa Gagnon is a woman who wears many hats. Being blessed …

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Ep. 72 Overcoming Patterns Of Trauma &Amp; Stress With Krissy Loveman &Raquo; 1650003099970 Caa30047699981Fa2701426D1C88C766
Ep. 72 Overcoming Patterns of Trauma & Stress with Krissy Loveman

In this episode of 'The Beauty In The Mess', host Michele interviews Krissy Loveman, a trauma-informed life coach. Krissy shares her journey from growing up in a conservative, fundamentalist environme…

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In this episode of 'The Beauty In The Mess', host Michele interviews Krissy Loveman, a trauma-informed life coach. Krissy shares her journey from growing up in a conservative, fundamentalist environment to dealing with chronic pain and Burnout. She discusses the pivotal moments and transformative practices, such as Jungian psychology and feminine movement pole dancing, that led her to become a life coach.  Krissy helps people build confidence and reclaim their power over Anxiety, self-doubt, and people-pleasing. She coaches the conscious and unconscious mind to rewire neural pathways that cre…

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Ep. 71 From Having Ms To Becoming A Weightlifting Champion With Kim Rahir &Raquo; 1650003099970 Caa30047699981Fa2701426D1C88C766
Ep. 71 From Having MS to Becoming A Weightlifting Champion with Kim Rahir

In this episode of 'The Beauty In The Mess,' host Michele welcomes Kim, a health coach for middle-aged women, who shares her compelling backstory. Kim, a former journalist, opens up about her global t…

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In this episode of 'The Beauty In The Mess,' host Michele welcomes Kim, a health coach for middle-aged women, who shares her compelling backstory. Kim, a former journalist, opens up about her global travels, her battle with a severe autoimmune disease leading to multiple sclerosis (MS), and her transformative journey to reclaim her life through strength training. She discusses the physical and mental benefits of weightlifting, the challenges of living with MS, and how she became a European weightlifting champion. Kim also offers insightful advice on small daily habits, the importance of proper…

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Ep. 70 Rediscovering Your Creative Vision With Celia Barsby &Raquo; 1650003099970 Caa30047699981Fa2701426D1C88C766
Ep. 70 Rediscovering Your Creative Vision with Celia Barsby

In this episode of 'The Beauty In The Mess,' I am joined by creative visionary Celia, who shares her inspiring journey of overcoming childhood trauma and Depression to become an empowering force for w…

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In this episode of 'The Beauty In The Mess,' I am joined by creative visionary Celia, who shares her inspiring journey of overcoming childhood trauma and depression to become an empowering force for women seeking self-discovery and transformation. Celia explains the concept of a creative visionary and details her path, marked by personal loss and inner work, leading to a powerful breakthrough in her 40s. She emphasizes the importance of embracing life's messiness, using Gardening analogies, and finding beauty and lessons in the mud. Celia also discusses resilience, the role of fear, and practi…

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Ep. 69 Creating Healthier Relationships With John Kenny &Raquo; 1650003099970 Caa30047699981Fa2701426D1C88C766
Ep. 69 Creating Healthier Relationships with John Kenny

In this episode, Michele welcomes John Kenny, an award-winning relationship coach and founder of Interpersonal Relationship Coaching. John shares his journey from an early role as a confidant among pe…

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In this episode, Michele welcomes John Kenny, an award-winning relationship coach and founder of Interpersonal Relationship Coaching. John shares his journey from an early role as a confidant among peers to a firefighter, and ultimately pivoting to coaching after discovering a passion for psychotherapy. They discuss the critical impact of early Relationships on adult relational dynamics, the role of self-belief in attracting healthy relationships, and techniques for overcoming self-sabotage. John also highlights his book 'The People Program,' his documentary 'Forget Me Not: The Child You Left …

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