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Episodes

Feb. 16, 2022

Episode 13: Pursuing Authenticity In a World That Expects Perfection

Do you ever feel like you have to "hide" an aspect of yourself when you are around others? Do you feel like if they knew "this" about you that they may not accept or welcome you? You are not alone! So many of us feel the same...
Feb. 9, 2022

Episode 12: Pursuing Joy When You Have Cancer

Joy Huber, a stage 4 cancer survivor, was diagnosed with stage 4 cancer at age 33. Joy endured three years of chemotherapy suffering the complete loss of her shoulder-length hair. During her cancer journey Joy discovered, “W...
Feb. 2, 2022

Episode 11: Pursuing God When You Are Lost

Building a life of faith is challenging! As we grow through different stages of life, our understanding of God changes and evolves as well. Sometimes, we get to a place where we cannot reconcile what we know about God with ou...
Jan. 26, 2022

Episode 10: Inspiring Courage with Mandi Dana

Fulfillment coach & business trainer, Mandi Dana, helps to transform the quality of lives of leaders and entrepreneurs. With over 9000 sessions of coaching and mentoring with the world’s number one personal development brand,...
Guest: Mandi Dana
Jan. 19, 2022

Episode 9: Pursuing Better Communication

How many times have you had troubles because of miscommunication? This happens A LOT. In fact, it is so common, that the plot of most television sitcoms stems from people having a miscommunication or misunderstanding. In this...
Jan. 12, 2022

Episode 8: How Hospice Inspires Life with Dr. Melvin Allen

Dr. Melvin Allen is from Chicago, IL, and attended the University of Illinois. He, and his wife Dr. Sherrie Allen, are both psychologists and live in Beverly Hills, California. Their practice focuses on relationships and the...
Guest: Dr. Melvin Allen
Jan. 5, 2022

Episode 7: Pursuing Wellness with Amy Giles

Being in love with movement her whole life, Amy Giles purchased a martial arts school in 2001. She has gone on to train hundreds of people of all ages to cultivate confidence through movement at Progressive Kenpo Karate. Amy ...
Dec. 29, 2021

Episode 6: Empowering Beauty With Marlu Soria

With over a decade of experience as a Licensed Esthetician, Makeup Artist, and Coach, Marlu bridges the gap between how you want to be seen and how you express yourself in the world, empowering and elevating both your inner a...
Guest: Marlu Soria
Dec. 22, 2021

Episode 5: My Christmas Wish For You

This episode talks about uncovering our most deeply held values and making our decisions based on those. George Baily, a character from the movie, It's a Wonderful Life, teaches us how to live a life aligned with our values. Also: IS DIE HARD A CHRISTMAS MOVIE?
Guest: Melissa Ebken
Dec. 15, 2021

Episode 4: Chris Trammel - You Have A Hero In You

Chris Trammell is a Light Shining Advocate for the success of others. He does this by guiding others on how to take their gifts and talents online and having the courage and business fundamentals to keep growing their busines...
Guest: Chris Trammell
Dec. 8, 2021

Episode 3 - Why Do We Have To Struggle?

Do you feel like you come through one challenge in life only to face another? Why does it have to be hard? This episode digs into why we go through so many 'wilderness' experiences in our lives and how that process can benefit us. Melissa provides five strategies to build your life when you encount…
Guest: Melissa Ebken
Dec. 1, 2021

Episode 1 - AIT

This episode is about the first time in my life when I chose to lean into and overcome a seemingly impossible situation. I was 18 years old, just graduated high school, and landed in Ft. Rucker, AL. This experience changed my life. The choices I made there continue to give me strength and encourage…
Guest: Melissa Ebken
Dec. 1, 2021

Episode 2-Veronica Scott

Veronica Scott is a recruiter for the WORLD'S BEST Navy! She tells her story here of what it's like to be a mother of 4 and a Navy recruiter. She has spoken to rooms filled with Admirals who control fleets of ships. Hear her ...
Nov. 30, 2021

Trailer: Introducing the Pursuing Uncomfortable Podcast

This weekly podcast addresses the issues that keep us awake at night. Am I a good enough mom/dad/spouse? Am I living up to my potential? Am I giving my kids what they need to be successful in life? What will my parents need from me as they age? Am I a good co-parent? How can I handle confrontations…
Guest: Melissa Ebken