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Our host, Melissa Crook was featured on Advancing With Amy/ Mental Health Warrior & Neurospicy Mama Podcast! The podcast is a safe space to talk about mental health and neurodivergence with someone who understands. In the episode, Melissa shares her personal journey of self-discovery and empowerment, born from hitting a metaphorical wall at age 50. She discusses her battles with anxiety, the impact of generational trauma, and the importance of dismantling societal stigmas surrounding mental health.

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Our host, Melissa, was featured in Canvas Rebel, a magazine dedicated to creating a space for artists, creatives and entrepreneurs to be able to learn from their peers through the magic and power of storytelling. In the interview, Melissa shares how she founded the Embracing Layers Network, the risks she took in founding our network and podcast, our talking points, her public speaking journey, and lessons learned about living unapologetically and prioritizing self-care!

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Our host, Melissa Crook has a chapter featured in the book, Wellness Through Words, by our good friend, Patricia Rullo! The book brings together the thoughts, insights, and creative expressions of twenty-five diverse authors—from seasoned medical professionals and mental health specialists to passionate patients and caregivers—who have graciously contributed their unique voices to a singular vision: a safer, more compassionate, and holistic approach to healthcare and wellbeing.

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Our host, Melissa, was featured on 360 Podcast for Women, hosted by Lori Carrese, as part of the 360 Network for Women. The Network showcases a wide variety of empowering and engaging content designed to inspire, educate, and uplift women everywhere. Whether you're tuning in for motivational talks, expert interviews, or practical advice on personal growth, wellness, and professional development, their shows provide valuable insights and enriching experiences. Melissa leads a conversation on their show, RESET for Women 360, for women ready to prioritize their wellbeing and embrace their complex layers. Tune in to F.E.E.L As You Reset for a continuous stream of inspiration and empowerment!

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Our host, Melissa Crook was interviewed and featured in Bold Journey Magazine. Their mission is to create a space for all of us to learn from each other. They believe the stories, experiences and insights of our neighbors, friends and peers are worth more than all the wealth in the world as these stories are the most relevant and authentic sources of wisdom. In this feature, our host, Melissa, discusses how she built her decision making skills, her ongoing journey with boundaries and expectations, and moving away from the idea that self-care is selfish.

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Our host, Melissa, was featured on The BizBlend Podcast, your daily shot of business brilliance and branding mastery! Brace yourself for a deep dive into the dynamic realm of entrepreneurship and brand sculpting! In this episode, host Reema and Melissa explore the transformative power of self-care, emotional health, and setting boundaries—particularly for women navigating the complexities of professional and personal life. Melissa shares insights from her personal journey, including pivotal health scares that led her to prioritize mental, emotional, and spiritual wellness alongside physical health. Together, they discuss practical strategies for creating a sustainable work-life balance, aligning personal values with professional responsibilities, and cultivating a supportive space for women to grow authentically.

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Our host, Melissa Crook, was featured on Healthy Mind, Healthy Life podcast; a podcast that explores the connection between mental health and overall well-being. In this compelling episode, host Avik Chakraborty dives into the profound connections between mental, emotional, and physical health with our host, Melissa, and Emmanuel Rose. Together, they explore how personal challenges can inspire transformative journeys and how solitude, nature, and storytelling can foster resilience. Melissa shares her life-altering experience at 50 that led her to advocate for women’s self-care.

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Our host, Melissa, was featured for the second time on Asking for a Friend, a podcast all about removing the taboo from the topics that really matter to midlife women. Host Michele Folan, dives deep into health, wellness, career, relationships, and everything in between. She speaks to women just like you, who are stepping out of their comfort zones to make their lives and the lives of others more fulfilling. Melissa’s enriching episode is dedicated to all women over 50, especially during the busy holiday season, offering self-care strategies that go beyond luxury to focus on nurturing your emotional and mental well-being. Together, Melissa and Michelle emphasize that self-care is not about pampering—it’s about practicing self-acceptance and setting boundaries, especially as we age and balance the demands of life.

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Our host, Melissa Crook, was featured on the Nope Coach podcast. Host, Suzanne Culberg teaches her audience to put themselves first without feeling selfish. She shares strategies for setting healthy boundaries and reclaiming the unapologetic badass within. In the episode, they discuss the metaphor of making the table bigger for women rather than competing for a single seat. They explore societal narratives that limit women's opportunities and the importance of self-care and establishing healthy boundaries. Through personal anecdotes, the conversation highlights the importance of intentional choices and the power of saying 'no' when necessary to preserve personal health and satisfaction.

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Our host, Melissa Crook, was featured on Bringing Intimacy Back Podcast. Host Dr. April Brown, Doctor of Intimacy, and co-host Kanya Ford, Sexologist, provide an engaging atmosphere to discuss ways to enhance intimacy in one’s relationships; including with oneself, partners, families, friends, and Spirit. Research shows that as we increase the quality of our intimate connections, a decrease of conflicts, anxiety, and depression follows. Their podcast aims to help us take the first steps to strengthen our intimate connections. Together, Melissa and Kay explore The importance of self-awareness and self-acceptance, practical tips for setting boundaries and prioritizing your needs, how to cultivate a mindset of empowerment and live unapologetically, and ways to embrace your unique path and find joy in your authentic self.

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Our host, Melissa, was featured on The Glen Alex Show. The Glen Alex Show, now in its 7th year, provides useful health information with practical wisdom and immediately actionable insights by Glen and her guests for you to be WELLTHY! In this episode, Melissa and Glen delve into the world of emotions. They unpack how to embrace emotional layers for better health and well-being, and uncover the false narratives that impact women’s self-care. Melissa shares insight on boundaries, self-awareness, and valuable lessons that can inspire your own path to wellness, in addition to some information about our soon-to-be released book, Embracing Layers Unapologetically.

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Our host, Melissa Crook, was featured on The Courageous Inner Beast Podcast, a storytelling platform where you can say ”F*ck it!” and do it anyways. On the podcast, you can hear stories from host, Tina Hoang, along with many women who share their story of taking the first courageous step into the life they want! This podcast inspires you to fight like hell for yourself, and to embrace any hardship and heartfelt moments along the way. Together, Melissa and Tina discuss normalizing conversations for women surrounding self-care, emotional health, boundaries, and embracing all of our beautiful and complex layers.

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Our podcast, The FEEL Podcast, was featured in a mid-roll feature during Three Kitchens Podcast. Are you tired of cooking the same old things? Three Kitchens Podcast is here to inspire you to cook something new! Hosts Heather and Erin share their home cooking experiences trying out recipes and talking with interesting guests in the food community. So whether you enjoy cooking or just like good food, you can get inspired to make great food!

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Our host, Melissa Crook, and feature writer, Jessica Garrison, were both featured on The Love Seat Podcast. The Love Seat is a space for ladies talk about life, love, and everything in-between. They joined host, Carenda Deonne, on her season 4 finale for a Ladies Only Segment. Together, Melissa, Jessica, and Carenda discuss the importance of self care, finding balance, and learning how to embrace layers about ourselves that can be difficult or challenging. In addition, they talk about our upcoming book release for Embracing Layers Unapologetically-Lessons from the F.E.E.L. Podcast’s Collection of Lived Experiences.

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Our host, Melissa, was featured on I Date Money, hosted by Lisa Drennon. On the podcast, Lisa & her guests share their money stories, the rollercoaster ride we take with finances, money management, tips, & strategies. She is on a mission to help women design their financial future with confidence. In the episode, Melissa and Lisa talk about the connection between our feelings of self-worth and how we show up in our businesses, how to stop giving away our genius for free, and how to let go of the money stories we inherit from our parents and overcome scarcity mindset. If you're ready to F.E.E.L. good in your own skin AND in your bank account, press play and see how you can partner with your money!

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Our feature writer, Jessica Garrison, wrote an article that was featured in Women Who Podcast Magazine. They provide a space for women who podcast to share their stories and speak their truth. The article, “Discussing Sensitive Topics as a Podcaster” shares different suggestions to help fellow podcasters create positive dialogue while talking about sensitive subjects on their podcast.

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Our host, Melissa, was featured on No Need to Explain with The Mental Health Mamas. The Mental Health Mamas are on a mission to normalize the conversation around mental health. They share a bit of what they’ve learned along the way, talk openly about mental health, work to help you feel less alone and gently remind you to do your best to take care of yourself, while also taking care of your people. Melissa chats with Tina and Serena about her journey and how she helps others find wellness through feeling all of the feels.

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Our host, Melissa, was featured on Peace of Me, a podcast dedicated to helping you find peace, positivity and balance for living your best life. Host, Lexy Leigh, has a conversation with our host, creator, and thought leader, Melissa, about boundaries, self-care & living unapologetically! In the episode, they dive into why women still have a hard time taking up space, finding the ability to say no, establishing boundaries, personal growth, finding your value and much more!

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Our host, Melissa, was featured on Life Beyond Infertility. This podcast helps those struggling to figure out where life goes outside of trying to conceive. Diving into issues such as “how do I find joy and purpose again?” to “how do I not get upset when someone tells me they’re pregnant?” Interviews, monologues and rants with industry leaders, and real-life stories from women, including Charlie herself. She and Melissa discuss secondary infertility, why women need to advocate for their bodies and minds, and why defining yourself by your character traits is more meaningful than by your accomplishments!

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Our host, Melissa, was featured on The Chris Voss Show & Podcast. The podcast has won numerous awards, been named in Forbes Top 50, and is in the top 1% of podcasts globally! Host, Chris Voss, CEO, Podcast Host, Author, Speaker and YouTuber has a conversation with our host, creator, and thought leader, Melissa, about what it means to live out F.E.E.L. - Finding Empowerment, Embracing Layers. Melissa speaks to the steps she has used in her own experience to set healthy boundaries and embrace her beautiful and complex layers.

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Our host, Melissa Crook, was featured on The KAJ Masterclass LIVE, a platform dedicated to helping ambitious individuals like you achieve their goals, fuel their passions, and advance their careers. Host Khudania Ajay speaks with successful professionals and seasoned business owners who are eager to share their experiences, insights, and practical strategies for achieving extraordinary success. He and Melissa discuss Embracing Layers: The FEEL Podcast, and How Women Can Prioritize Self-Care.

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Our host, Melissa Crook, was featured Unleash Thyself, a podcast dedicated to personal growth, spirituality, and self-discovery. Their mission is to inspire, empower, guide and support listeners on their unique journeys by sharing diverse perspectives and life experiences. If you're someone seeking personal empowerment, Melissa’s collaboration episode is for you. Tune in to learn how to deconstruct damaging narratives, lean into discomfort, and trust your own intuition. Get ready to start your own journey towards authentic self-discovery and personal growth.

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Our host, Melissa Crook, was featured on Asking for a Friend, a podcast all about removing the taboo from the topics that really matter to midlife women. Host Michele Folan, dives deep into health, wellness, career, relationships, and everything in between. She speaks to women just like you, who are stepping out of their comfort zones to make their lives and the lives of others more fulfilling. Melissa’s episode is all about embracing our many beautiful and complicated layers and living unapologetically.

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Our host, Melissa Crook, was featured for a second time on Womanhood Unwrapped. A blog and community by and about women and the real stuff we go through in our lives. Melissa was featured in the blog “Twenty Best Quotes from Female Entrepreneurs” for Women’s Equality Day. In honor of the grit, perseverance, and ongoing effort women make to achieve their dreams, Womanhood Unwrapped shared these twenty favorite quotes from female leaders and entrepreneurs, including a quote from Melissa.

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Our host, Melissa Crook, has been featured on 360 Talk Radio and Podcast for Women. Founded and hosted by Lori Carrese, 360 is a radio show and podcast community about women, by women. The women of 360 are storytellers, entrepreneurs, wellness advocates, and creators who want to inspire and motivate women through an empowerment network. They have their own app to optimize listening, available on the Apple App Store and Google Play.

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Our host, Melissa Crook, was a guest on The Eavesdrop, a Women’s Health Podcast hosted by Dr. Shalonna Battle. It was created to educate, inform, and empower women to take charge of their physical, spiritual, and mental health. In the episode Melissa and Shalonna discuss what it means to have layers, how to embrace them, and barriers to embracing layers. They discuss establishing clear boundaries with others and so much more!

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Our host, Melissa Crook, was featured on Stages of She, an out-of-the-box podcast all about women: The lives we lead. The things we care about. The ways we grow and change, all from the perspective of three hosts, each living differently in different generations. In the episode, Melissa discusses podcasting from an emotional and technical side and provides guidance about transitioning into your dream career.

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Our host, Melissa Crook, was interviewed for a Women’s History Month feature on Womanhood Unwrapped. A blog and community by and about women and the real stuff we go through in our lives. It’s about living with authenticity, honesty, and purpose — together. The blog details how The FEEL Podcast began, what it means to embrace layers, lessons Melissa has learned on this journey, challenges she has faced, women who have influenced her, and what Women’s History Month means to her.

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The FEEL Podcast was featured on Post My Blog, a directory of blogs covering a variety of subjects. The feature introduces The FEEL Podcast and our goal to help women at any age prioritize self-care without feelings of guilt or selfishness, set healthy boundaries, and feel the full range of their emotions.