The Melissa Ambrosini Show

Have you ever lost an entire evening to your social media feed? Or spent your weekend compulsively checking your email, instead of paying attention to your loved ones? Or maybe you feel like you’re always in a state of semi-distraction? If you relate, you *need* to listen to this unmissable conversation with Cal Newport — bestselling author of 6 books, including the New York Times bestsellers ‘Digital Minimalism’ and ‘Deep Work’. Cal is here to teach us how to be more selective about the technologies we adopt in our personal lives, so that we can unleash our best work and live a life of greater meaning. Stacked with doable, achievable strategies, this conversation will literally help you free up HOURS of your time each week, reclaim precious mental bandwidth, step out of the social media suckhole, and do more of the ‘deep work’ that helps you achieve your biggest dreams.Head to www.melissaambrosini.com/400 for the show notes.My newsletter: melissaambrosini.com/newsletterMy instagram: @melissaambrosini Hosted

Meet today’s guest, Lark Davis — crypto genius and expert investor, whose wealth-making advice and insights are prized and sought after by more than 395k followers from around the globe. On the other side of the mic is my husband, Nick Broadhurst (a financial ninja in his own right). Together, they’re answering YOUR questions (and you guys sent in some epic ones!). Basically, this is everything you need to know about crypto, with none of the complicated tech talk.Tune in if you want to learn: how to slice through all the noise and hype about crypto and jump STRAIGHT to the truth, the golden rules we apply to our own investing (and the approach that’s worked for us), and the insider secrets and must-know strategies of a true crypto genius (who’s been right so many times, that whenever he shares new content or advice, we both sit up and listen). Enjoy!(PS, It goes without saying, but let’s be clear: we’re not financial advisors and this is not financial advice. This podcast is for information purposes only

Globally, there are lots of conversations going on right now about money — whether it’s crypto, becoming financially independent, creating passive income, *whatever*, we’re all talking about it (and maybe trying to attract more of it)... But how much do you really know about your relationship with money and wealth? And are your beliefs actually causing you to live in a state of constant scarcity, unable to make the positive impact on the world which you desire? To unravel these issues and help us all improve our relationship with money, I’m joined today by Lynne Twist — a fascinating woman who has devoted her life to bringing forth an environmentally sustainable, socially just, and spiritually fulfilled human presence on earth. In this episode, she’s sharing her insights on the relationship of people to money, the psychology of scarcity and sufficiency, and how our beliefs can unwittingly be holding us back from doing good in the world. If you are *at all* interested in money, wealth, healing humanity, and st

In this episode, I’m chatting with Mantak Chia — a Taoist master and bestselling author, whose books on sexual pleasure and intimacy have been read by millions of people around the world. Tune in to learn how to experience multiple intense full-body orgasms, how to use your sexuality for health and healing, and how to experience more intimacy and pleasure than you ever thought possible.Head to www.melissaambrosini.com/397 for the show notes.My newsletter: melissaambrosini.com/newsletterMy instagram: @melissaambrosiniThis episode is brought to you by DesignCrowd. The website with hundreds of thousands of designers ready to help create your perfect custom design. Crowdsource custom logo, business card, and web design from over 900,000 epic designers from around the world. Visit designcrowd.com/melissa to get up to $150 off your first project today. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

When Chris Hemsworth personally selects you to be the plant based expert on his wellness app, you’ve got to be doing something right! And there’s no doubt that Simon Hill is doing exactly that. In this episode, Simon is here to slice through the confusion about which diet is best, and show us how to eat our way to a healthier future. Tune in to discover which essential nutrients can help you avoid common diseases, how Simon’s own body and mind have transformed since going plant based, and hear the mind blowing truth about processed foods and why they’re so addictive.Head to www.melissaambrosini.com/396 for the show notes.My newsletter: melissaambrosini.com/newsletterMy instagram: @melissaambrosini Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dr Jennifer Barham-Floreani is an award-winning health practitioner and best selling author. Her book, ‘Well Adjusted Children’ has been one of my go-to books during pregnancy, so I was thrilled to be able to sit down with her for this conversation to pick her brains and dive even deeper. Tune in to hear her natural, no-nonsense strategies on how to get as healthy as possible before and during pregnancy, how to set your baby up for a lifetime of wellness, and how to raise healthy, capable and well-adjusted children.Head to www.melissaambrosini.com/395 for the show notes.My newsletter: melissaambrosini.com/newsletterMy instagram: @melissaambrosini Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

From birthing a book to birthing a baby, this episode has it all! Tune in to hear my husband, Nick Boradhurst, and I pulling back the curtains on my new book, ‘Comparisonitis’, as well as our latest pregnancy update. You’ll hear: what it takes to bring a book to life when you’re experiencing pregnancy nausea, the single biggest benefit you can expect from healing your comparisonitis, why this book is ESSENTIAL reading for everyone (especially if you know your body image and confidence levels could do with a boost), my thoughts on maternity leave, the best thing to say when someone gives you unsolicited advice during pregnancy or ever, and what I want to happen if our home birth doesn’t go according to plan.Head to www.melissaambrosini.com/394 for the show notes.My newsletter: melissaambrosini.com/newsletterMy instagram: @melissaambrosini Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

My guest today, Gary Gorrow, has a message that could change your life. He says that there is incredible power in getting present, and that this power is accessible to ALL of us — no matter how time-poor or stressed you may be, and no matter how many times you’ve tried (and “failed”) to start a meditation habit. Join me for this hugely inspiring episode, where Gary shares the Vedic practices that can help you tap into your inner stillness, access your inner power, and create a happier and healthier you from the inside out.Head to www.melissaambrosini.com/393 for the show notes.My newsletter: melissaambrosini.com/newsletterMy instagram: @melissaambrosiniThis episode is brought to you by DesignCrowd. The website with hundreds of thousands of designers ready to help create your perfect custom design. Crowdsource custom logo, business card, and web design from over 900,000 epic designers from around the world. Visit designcrowd.com/melissa to get up to $150 off your first project today. Hosted on Acast. See acast

Internationally renowned birth educator and author Rhea Dempsey joins me on the show today to share her incredible wisdom on all aspects of childbirth and birthing culture — including how to avoid unnecessary interventions during labour, how to empower your partner and birth team to support you during childbirth, how to emotionally prepare for labour, and the practical steps you can take to raise your pain tolerance levels (so you can birth the way you want).Head to www.melissaambrosini.com/392 for the show notes.My newsletter: melissaambrosini.com/newsletterMy instagram: @melissaambrosiniThis episode is brought to you by @blubloxofficial. Head to www.BLUblox.com now and enter the code MELISSA for 15% off your order. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What if there was a way to improve your sleep, eliminate inflammation, fight the oxidative damage that drives aging, and boost your resilience to stress at a cellular level, and all it took was a few minutes a day, with minimum effort and zero side effects? It sounds almost too good to be true. But that’s the power of red light therapy — and it’s all backed by science. Today’s guest, Wes Pfiffiner, is a complete nerd when it comes to all things health and fitness related, and he’s the perfect person to explain what the deal is with red light, why it’s been called a ‘miracle drug’ for optimal health, and how we can all be taking advantage of this powerful therapy to improve everything from inflammation to immunity to insomnia.Head to www.melissaambrosini.com/391 for the show notes.My newsletter: melissaambrosini.com/newsletterMy instagram: @melissaambrosiniThis episode is brought to you by DesignCrowd. The website with hundreds of thousands of designers ready to help create your perfect custom design. Crowdsou

What if the things in your life that are keeping you stuck (like health issues, money troubles, or relationship problems) are all being caused by blockages in your chakras? Taylor Simpson joins me in this episode to show us how to work with our chakras to get back into divine energetic balance. Tune in to uncover the link between your physical ailments and your chakras, hear powerful methods to restore your alignment, and learn how to tap into the effortless abundance that’s all around us.Head to www.melissaambrosini.com/390 for the show notes.My newsletter: melissaambrosini.com/newsletterMy instagram: @melissaambrosini Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It’s not every day that you get to sit down with one of your personal heroes. But that’s exactly what I did in this episode. Tim Ballard is the founder and CEO of Operation Underground Railroad — a world renowned organisation focused on rescuing victims of the global sex trafficking trade, as well as capturing the traffickers themselves. I’ve followed Tim’s journey (and been inspired by him) for years, so I was incredibly honoured to sit down with him and bring you this massively important conversation. In this chat, Tim shares the shocking facts of the global sex trade, how his organisation is helping to end trafficking for good (and how we can ALL contribute to this movement), and the CRUCIAL ways we must educate our own children to protect them from sexual predators — both online and off. Though these are topics that can be dark and difficult at times, Tim’s compassion, determination and leadership will light a fire in your heart. So will his ultimate message: that child sex trafficking will not be st

Want to radically upgrade your money mindset? Join me and personal finance expert Ramit Sethi as we discuss why wealthy isn’t a dirty word, the most powerful ways to build true wealth (including how to put your money growth on autopilot), and how to overcome the old-school conditioning most of us grew up with around spending and saving. I’ve been a fan of Ramit’s no-bs approach to personal finance for years, and I'm so pumped to share this incredible and inspiring conversation with you.Head to www.melissaambrosini.com/388 for the show notes.My newsletter: melissaambrosini.com/newsletterMy instagram: @melissaambrosiniThis episode is brought to you by @blubloxofficial. Head to www.BLUblox.com now and enter the code MELISSA for 15% off your order. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Do you want to feel empowered and nourished as you transition into motherhood? Or maybe you’d love to know the best way to support the women in your life as they make the transition from maiden to mama? In this inspiring episode, Dylan Smith — a certified Ayurvedic Practitioner and holistic health educator, who founded the hugely popular Vital Veda Ayurvedic clinic in Sydney — is sharing his epic tips for deep nourishment, divine balance, and conscious connection for both mama and bubba, from conception right through to the postpartum phase.Head to www.melissaambrosini.com/387 for the show notes.My newsletter: melissaambrosini.com/newsletterMy instagram: @melissaambrosiniThis episode is brought to you by DesignCrowd. The website with hundreds of thousands of designers ready to help create your perfect custom design. Crowdsource custom logo, business card, and web design from over 900,000 epic designers from around the world. Visit designcrowd.com/melissa to get up to $150 off your first project today. Hosted

Ever had that experience where life throws you a curveball and all your expectations of what ‘should’ happen fly out the window? It can be a tough pill to swallow! To help us navigate these moments, I’ve invited Christine Hassler to join me on the show. Christine is a Master coach, podcast host and the best-selling author of three books, including ‘Expectation Hangover: Free Yourself From Your Past, Change your Present and Get What you Really Want.’ In this episode, she’s sharing her secrets for dealing with ‘Expectation Hangovers’ — including how to respond when life throws you a curveball, how to pursue your goals while preventing future disappointment, and how to take your inner child healing *seriously* next level.Head to www.melissaambrosini.com/386 for the show notes.My newsletter: melissaambrosini.com/newsletterMy instagram: @melissaambrosini Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I’ve been following a plant based diet throughout my pregnancy, and Nick and I intend to raise our baby on a plant based diet too. For us, it’s a no brainer. But that said, I know how much misinformation is out there about plant based diets (and I know that so many of you have questions about this way of living!). So to help dispel the myths and get straight to the evidence, I’ve invited Alexandra Caspero and Whitney English on the podcast. These two incredible women are both mamas, registered dieticians, and founders of Plant-Based Juniors, and have a wealth of information and strategies to share about how to give your little ones the best possible start in life by changing what’s on their (and your) plates. Whether you’re vegan, vegetarian, flexitarian, or simply want to get more greens into your kids, you’ll find genius tips and strategies in this conversation that have the power to transform the health of your entire family — and the planet.Head to www.melissaambrosini.com/385 for the show notes.My newsle

Wouldn’t it be cool if you could transform your life just by transforming your thinking? Spoiler alert: you can. Join me for this epic conversation with Dr Daniel Siegal — a clinical professor of psychiatry at UCLA, and author of a slew of bestselling books, including MindSight, Parenting From The Inside Out, Aware, No-Drama Discipline, and (my personal favourite) The Whole-Brain Child. It’s a mindblowing episode (pun intended!), and if you have any interest at all in living up to your full potential and creating a meaningful life, it’s one that you absolutely won’t want to miss...Head to www.melissaambrosini.com/384 or the show notes.My newsletter: melissaambrosini.com/newsletterMy instagram: @melissaambrosiniThis episode is brought to you by @blubloxofficial. Head to www.BLUblox.com now and enter the code MELISSA for 15% off your order. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

He’s back! My hubby Nick Broadhurst, is joining me to answer all your burning questions about pregnancy and conscious conception. As always, we’re going deep in this conversation, revealing the strategies and techniques we swear by (as well as the things we tried that *haven’t* worked), the powerful lessons we’ve learned along the way, and the crucial info we want EVERYONE to know before getting pregnant… yet that no one seems to talk about. From self-care, to sex, to surrender and everything in between, this is a soul-baring deep dive into our holistic pregnancy journey. Tune in to discover a powerful method for connecting with your baby in utero, the secret message your kidneys could be trying to send you, the crucial techniques for coming off the pill prior to conception, and so much more.Head to www.melissaambrosini.com/383 for the show notes.My newsletter: melissaambrosini.com/newsletterMy instagram: @melissaambrosini Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Apollo might just be the world’s most powerful wearable device for reducing stress. My husband, Nick, is a big fan, and we’ve had plenty of dinner table conversations about how this seemingly innocuous wristband has transformed his sleep, his meditation, his yoga practice, his stress levels and more. Ever since we first tried it, I’ve been excited to get the creators of this device on the show, so that you can hear about this powerful technology for yourself, and find out more about how to retrain your nervous system, how to manipulate how you feel at the push of a button, and how to improve your wellbeing through science.Head to www.melissaambrosini.com/382 for the show notes.My newsletter: melissaambrosini.com/newsletterMy instagram: @melissaambrosiniThis episode is brought to you by DesignCrowd. The website with hundreds of thousands of designers ready to help create your perfect custom design. Crowdsource custom logo, business card, and web design from over 900,000 epic designers from around the world

When people like Gwyneth Paltrow, Penelope Cruz and Dr Libby Weaver are singing your praises, you know you’re doing something pretty extraordinary! And that’s the best way to describe Dr Oscar Serrallach’s work helping mothers to reclaim their health, energy and vitality: extraordinary. Since I first encountered Oscar’s work, I’ve been desperate to get him on the podcast to share his groundbreaking wellness protocol with you. His work is so important for empowering mothers everywhere to not only survive motherhood, but thrive in it. So join us for this epic conversation to discover how to restore your health and vitality using nutrition, support your emotional wellbeing, get more sleep, feel like yourself again, and rewrite what it means to be a mother.Head to www.melissaambrosini.com/381 for the show notes.My newsletter: melissaambrosini.com/newsletterMy instagram: @melissaambrosiniThis episode is brought to you by Tailwind, the social media scheduling tool that gets real results in less time. Tailwind’s Ins