Purposeful Whole Health - Increase Energy, Stress Management, Natural Remedies, Non-Toxic Living, Christian Living

Welcome to Purposeful Whole Health, a space for women who desire to live with intention, care for their bodies with wisdom, and walk confidently in the calling God has for them.

If you’re feeling overwhelmed by conflicting health advice, unsure where to start, or simply longing for simpler, faith-aligned rhythms, you’re not alone, and you’re in the right place.

Here, we follow a gentle, life-giving framework:

Learn with clarity: cutting through confusion around health, lifestyle, toxins, nutrition, and God’s design for our bodies.
Grow in intentional habits: small, practical choices that support whole-body wellness, peace, and consistency in everyday life.
Rise in God’s calling: living obediently, with discernment and purpose, as the natural overflow of what you’re learning and practicing.

Each episode is meant to feel like a calm, honest conversation offering practical takeaways, encouragement, and truth rooted in Scripture. We talk about whole-body wellness, stress and nervous system support, simple daily habits, and faith-filled lifestyle choices that honor God and care for the body He’s entrusted to you.

I also share insights from my background in elementary education, personal health experiences, and my training as a Certified Nutritional Therapy Practitioner. Offering supportive, wellness-focused ideas for whole-body health, children, and learning that can bless your home and family as an overflow of your own growth.

Whether you’re here to restore your energy, simplify your habits, deepen your faith, or step more fully into God’s purpose for your life, my prayer is that this space meets you with clarity, peace, and truth.

Learn with clarity. Grow in intentional habits. Rise in God’s calling.

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Episodes

Wednesday Sep 18, 2024

When we are new to the whole concept of non-toxic living and toxin-free lifestyle, it can seem really overwhelming.  So often people give up because they think it's going to be too hard and impossible.  There is also the fact that most people don't have time to research for themselves on this subject and that's okay! 
This is why you have people like me doing all that, so we can help you make progress without the overwhelm.  I always encourage you to be your own best advocate and become well-informed so you can make the best choices for you and your family.  So often this is just a lot and we need someone who has gone before us to help.  I'm here for that and LOVE helping you.  Let's dig in!
Grab your filtered water and turn off those notifications.  It’s time to get you out of survival mode and into thriving! 
 
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Wednesday Sep 11, 2024

Have you wondered if there is more to just cleaning up your diet and improving your hydration that could help you improve your energy?
Well guess what?! There is so much more!  
Cleaning up our diet and becoming an avid ingredient list reader is the first step towards improving your fatigue and chronic symptoms.  However, it's not the only thing.  Today we're diving into another step that we need to be working on if we are serious about wanting to gain more energy and better health.
Grab your filtered water and turn off those notifications.  It’s time to get you out of survival mode and into thriving! 
 
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Send me an email, DM or post in our community any questions you have.  Let's get you started.
 
 
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Wednesday Sep 04, 2024

It can seem like a battlefield navigating the root causes of our chronic fatigue as we go down the internet searches only to discover it can be anything.
The remedies aren't working, you're trying everything and still nothing is working.
We need to look at the body as a whole including body, mind, and spirit.  Within each of those are layers.  If we've been addressing all the physical aspects, could it be more spiritual?
Let's evaluate everything, rather than chasing all the new things we discover and see if the roots are right in front of us, something we haven't thought of.
Could this be your missing piece? Let's dive in to discover if this one things is the missing piece that can make all the difference.  
Be encouraged, bringing you a word from the Lord that He brought to mind right as I sat down to record.
 
Grab your filtered water and turn off those notifications.  It’s time to get you out of survival mode and into thriving! 
 
 
 
Ready to flood your body with nutrients, gently cleanse, detoxify, nourish and restore?  Ready to start having more energy, and feel better?  Right now for a LIMITED TIME, you can get 3 coaching sessions for FREE with the purchase of the 90-Day Ultimate Lifestyle Transformation.  (1 session each month of your program, $400+ savings). Learn more about this program here, and send me an email or DM with any questions.
 
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**Disclaimer: Information provided on this podcast, website, groups, and any other resources/materials shared, are for informational and educational purposes only. The information and education provided is not intended or implied to supplement or replace professional medical treatment, advice, and/or diagnosis.**

Tuesday Aug 27, 2024

There are two very common reasons that stop us from making progress in our health and they do not need to be the reasons.  We have been led to believe that living healthier and feeling better is going to be way more complicated and unattainable.  Well I want to shed light on the truth and encourage you to re-evaluate, so you can start thriving!
 
Grab your filtered water and turn off those notifications.  It’s time to get you out of survival mode and into thriving!
 
Want to learn more and chat about my 90- Day program?  Send me a DM on social or email.  LIMITED TIME: get FREE coaching sessions with the purchase of this nutritional program, with me.  LIMITED SPOTS and AVAILABILITY so reach out to learn more right away.
 
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Wednesday Aug 21, 2024

When switching to a healthier lifestyle, do you think you can only eat salads?
Can you still eat _________?
There are some common misconceptions about living a healthier lifestyle that often stop us from taking that next step.
Today I'm addressing a big one after asking a question on my social media and seeing one of the answers that is not uncommon for me to hear.
It's time to set you free, and eliminate that pressure so you can finally take the next step.
Grab your filtered water and turn off those notifications.  It’s time to get you out of survival mode and into thriving!
 
Ready for your nutritional reset with my 90-Day Lifestyle Transformation program?
Send me a DM on social, come connect over in our community or send me an email to learn more. Contact details are below.
Let's get you all the info and get you signed up!
 
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Wednesday Aug 14, 2024

Have you noticed that “getting older” is the reason being applied to almost everything including the feeling of fatigue and being tired all the time. It’s not always true though and so many things, including fatigue can be improved. They are not just because you are getting older.  Chronic fatigue can be a sign that something deeper is going on and your body is doing it’s best to keep up, but needs your help because things have gotten really bad under the surface that you don’t even realize.  
 
If You're Sick Of Feeling Tired All The Time, It's Time To Make Some Changes So You Can Have More Energy. The longer you put things off the worse it’s going to get and if you are already at this point, I’m sure you don’t want it to get worse.
 
Grab your filtered water and turn off those notifications.  It’s time to get you out of survival mode and into thriving! 
 
Mentioned in this Episode:
30 Day Healthy Hormones Challenge starts August 15th, sign up now to join us.
Ultimate Lifestyle Transformation - organic superfood nutrition program helping you to improve your energy, gut health, sleep and more!  A flood of real nutrients is a game changer! Let's get you started today!  Email or DM to learn more and get help getting started.
 
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**Disclaimer: Information provided on this podcast, website, groups, and any other resources/materials shared, are for informational and educational purposes only. The information and education provided is not intended or implied to supplement or replace professional medical treatment, advice, and/or diagnosis.**

Wednesday Aug 07, 2024

As someone who has been incredibly passionate about natural health and a non toxic lifestyle, I have to tell you something today……
I have not always thought this way.
If you’ve been listening to the podcast for awhile you know a bit about my story and how the Lord really started opening my eyes to the truth as I navigated my own health issues.  I’ll link some earlier episodes where I share my story, but you just might want to do some binge listening because I actually sprinkle my story in just about every episode.
Something I did not have though, was real guidance on navigating ingredient labels.  That started coming as I started learning.   So that’s what we’re diving into today as I give you my Top 4 tips for learning how to take the overwhelm out of reading ingredient lists and making better, healthier choices that could make a difference  for you in your health.
 
Grab your filtered water and turn off those notifications, it’s time to equip you with the tools to help you move beyond the fatigue.
 
Related episodes about my story: 
Episode 1
Episode 2
 
Join the 30 Day Healthy Hormones Challenge today!  We start on August 15th.
 
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Wednesday Jul 31, 2024

Do you find yourself getting extremely fatigued and feeling just drained when you have more than usual happening in your life? You’re not the only one and it’s okay!  Give yourself permission to have some down time. I’ve come to realize when I get completely wiped out like I’ve been lately, I think it’s the Lord making me take a break.  
So what can you do when life just really drains your energy? That’s what we are diving into today! So Grab your filtered water and turn off those notifications, it’s time to equip you with the tools to help you move beyond the fatigue.
 
Grab your filtered water and turn off those notifications.  It’s time to get you out of survival mode and into thriving! 
 
Mentioned in this episode:
30 Day Healthy Hormones Challenge
Power Shake
 
 
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Wednesday Jul 03, 2024

Are you ready for more energy, but struggling to figure out what’s really causing it? In today’s episode, we are going to dive into the topic of gut health and how supporting your gut health can increase your energy faster.  I know how hard it is to figure out what’s really going on and feel like you need to try every “solution” on the market thinking that’s going to be what finally makes a difference. When it comes to struggling with chronic fatigue, we need to look beyond the surface.  That's why today I’m sharing with you why supporting your gut health is the key to noticeable improvements so you can start doing the things you want and need to get done, with more energy. So if you're ready to fight that fatigue and start feeling like your best self, grab your filtered water and turn off those notifications.  It’s time to get you out of survival mode and into thriving! 
Website: https://www.madetobethriving.com/
Email: info@madetobethriving.com
Social: @madetobethriving 
FREE Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/madetobethriving
**Disclaimer: Information provided on this podcast, website, groups, and any other resources/materials shared, are for informational and educational purposes only. The information and education provided is not intended or implied to supplement or replace professional medical treatment, advice, and/or diagnosis.**

Wednesday Jun 26, 2024

Feeling overwhelmed by stress? You are not alone! In today’s episode, we are going to dive into practical strategies to help you get more balance in your life. I know how hard it is when it comes to implementing effective stress management in a way that fits your needs when you feel like you just have to keep pushing yourself no matter what. That's why I've put together these 3 simple tips you can do right now. So if you're ready to stress less and improve your health as a result, then grab a notebook and pen, and let's dive in.
Grab your filtered water turn off those notifications.  It’s time to get you out of 
survival mode and thriving. 
 
Are you ready to take your first step towards natural solutions for your individual needs, that can help you reclaim your energy and health?  Through the end of June, just a few days away if you’re listening in real time, I want to hep you reach your energy and health goals. For only $97 we can work together to kick start your personalized plan. All you need to do is click this link and enter code JUNE30 to get started! I can’t wait to meet with you and get you on your way out of survival mode and into thriving! Expires on June 30th, hurry!
 
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Email: info@madetobethriving.com
Social: @madetobethriving 
Come Connect in our Facebook Community:  Faith, Gut Health & Non-Toxic Living
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Made To Be Thriving with Melissa, NTP

Are you a busy woman struggling with a diagnosed or undiagnosed invisible illness?

Struggling with knowing where to even begin or have no idea what your next steps  are that will actually start helping you feel better?

Have you been told there’s nothing wrong with you, but you know deep down that’s not true?

Maybe you’ve received a diagnosis and thought that’s the end, this is just how life is for you now….

Friend, I’m here to tell you that there is hope!  I navigated all of that in my own health journey, finally followed that prompting of the Holy Spirit and started asking more questions.

I knew deep down something must be wrong as my symptoms were not only getting worse but more kept getting added to the list.

Conventional medicine failed me BIG, and I finally realized it was time to take a different route as the Lord began leading me to natural health practitioners who truly listened, understood, were encouraging, and never gave up!

Can you relate?  

It’s time to break free my friend, become empowered and more aware so that you can make the best choices that will move you from just surviving each day in your busy life to actually thriving!  Come learn from someone who’s been where you are and wants to help you come on the other side of it all so you can serve well because you feel well.  

You’re going to learn what it means to live a healthier life that honors the Lord as you become more aware and cautious about what you are exposing yourself to.  Remember that our body is a temple of the Holy Spirit and we have a great responsibility to take care of it to the best of our ability.

“Or do you not know that your body is a temple of the Holy Spirit within you, whom you have from God? You are not your own, for you were bought with a price. So glorify God in your body.” 1 Corinthians 6:19-20

My hope and prayer for you is that as you begin feeling better, everything you are implementing overflows into your family and community.  We’ve got lives to change for the Kingdom! 

Pull up a chair, grab your favorite drink, healthy snack and maybe even a notebook.



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