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Coming to Terms with Your Past. Melessa Session 5 (Part 1)
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- Dec 15, 2025
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BUY THE SLOW LIVING BOOK HERE! In “Coming to Terms with Your Past,” Stephanie and Melessa start with a fun look at the arcade room in Melessa’s new home—fitting since she and her husband met in an arcade in the ’80s. They talk through the emotions of moving, surprising their family with the news, and why big decisions still make Melessa feel like she needs her parents’ approval. They also touch on manifestation and how it has shown up in her life. Melessa opens up about her mirror homework—telling herself “there is nothing wrong with me” —and why it was harder than expected. The conversation shifts to family patterns, generational ties, and the stories behind old family photos. She reflects on shame, hidden secrets, and her lifelong urge to call out what’s right. It’s an honest, heartfelt episode about self-healing, family history, and personal growth . Past Episodes You May Love: Episode 12: Taking Stock of the Here and Now Episode 14: Motivation is a Choice Episode 20: Coaching Follow-Up -- Real Clients, Real Results Episode 88: Internal Dialogue Want to know more about living a slowed down life?! Simple Shortcuts to Peace Course - https://stephanieodea.com/peace New Year, New You Mini Challenge - https://stephanieodea.com/newyou Join me for my LIVE Masterclass - https://stephanieodea.com/masterclass/ Website - https://stephanieodea.com Blog - https://stephanieodea.com/blog/ Slow Living Podcast - https://stephanieodea.com/podcast Speaking Opportunities - https://stephanieodea.com/speaking/ Coaching Opportunities - https://stephanieodea.com/coaching/ Courses - https://stephanieodea.com/courses/ Contact - stephanieodea.com/contact/