Secrets to Luminous Living

In this week’s episode of Secrets to Luminous Living, Melissa sits down with Libby and Bill Catania — founders of Limina Renewal Center, a sacred retreat space in Maine designed to support people through life’s transitions. Born from a vision planted during a hike in 2019, Limina was created with love, lived experience, and a deep desire to offer refuge. Libby and Bill each experienced profound personal transitions — divorce, the death of a spouse, spiritual evolution — and from those journeys came a calling to help others navigate change with peace and grace. With Libby’s background in hospice and her work as an Episcopal priest, and Bill’s expertise in hospitality and the healing rhythm of nature, they crafted Limina as a place where people can rest, reset, and reconnect with themselves. In this episode, we explore:✨ The inspiration behind Limina Renewal Center✨ How nature immersion supports emotional and spiritual healing✨ The gifts hidden within life’s biggest transitions✨ Why quiet retreats can transform the nervous system and deepen spiritual connection✨ What it means to create a “safe harbor” for renewal Whether you're navigating change or simply craving stillness, Libby and Bill’s wisdom is a balm for the soul. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How do you move from simply being "smart" to being a wise, influential leader? In this episode, Melissa welcomes Tricia Brouk—an award-winning director, producer, and founder of The Big Talk Academy. Tricia has spent her career directing stars like James Gandolfini and Kate Winslet, and now she uses those same "director's tools" to help professionals lead with clarity and purpose. In this episode, we discuss: Leading Like a Film Director: How to balance compassion with command to inspire trust. The Influential Voice: Vocal and physical tools to rally your team and drive results. Being Smart vs. Being Wise: Why high achievers must trade intellect for presence and Eastern philosophy. The Power of Storytelling: How to transform into an industry thought leader through authenticity. About Tricia Brouk:Tricia is a strategic advisor and mentor who has put thousands of speakers onto big stages globally. She is the executive producer of Speakers Who Dare and TEDxLincolnSquare, and the host of the award-winning podcast The Big Talk. She is the author of the best-selling books The Influential Voice and Being Smart is Stupid. Connect with Tricia: Website: triciabrouk.com Email: team@triciabrouk.com Watch: Big Stages (Documentary) on Amazon Prime. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What if kindness wasn't just "random," but a strategic tool for rebuilding our world? In this episode, Melissa sits down with Jeff Edelstein—mediator, engineer, and author of From Oath to Action. Jeff shares how his decades of mediating complex public policy disputes led him to a profound realization: kindness must be embedded into the very structures of our society. In this episode, we discuss: The difference between "random" acts and "operationalized" kindness. How Jeff’s book, From Oath to Action, has inspired bipartisan change on Capitol Hill. The success of Acts of Kindness Maine and the vision for a National Institute of Kindness. How collaborative, courageous leadership can bridge deep political and social divides. About Jeff Edelstein: Jeff is a dynamic leader working at the intersection of community-building and public policy. With a background as a professional engineer and a lifelong engagement with spirituality and psychology, he brings a unique, multi-faceted lens to the challenges of our modern world. Connect with Jeff: Website: jeffedelstein.com Book: From Oath to Action: Simple Acts of Courage to Rebuild American Democracy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode artwork reflects the intersection of creativity and strategy—where thoughtful design meets real-world business goals. Featuring Barbara Evans of Wild Blackberry Studio, the visual language emphasizes clarity, structure, and intention, highlighting design as a powerful tool for alignment, leadership, and sustainable growth—not just aesthetics. "I’ve been working in businesses for more than 20 years. (Primarily healthcare, for those of you keeping track at home.) I’ve had my hands in many different areas: recruiting, marketing, operations and systems, leadership. It’s through this lens that I design. Making something “look pretty” isn’t my end goal (although that’s nice too). My goal is always to get your business closer to your goal." www.wildblackberrystudio.com @wildblackberrystudio Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this week’s episode of Secrets to Luminous Living, Melissa Boyd sits down with Kaelash Neels, a breath and yoga therapy practitioner, for a powerful conversation on how conscious breathing and therapeutic yoga can support physical healing, emotional balance, and spiritual growth. Tune in to explore practical tools for reconnecting with your breath and body—and bringing more presence into your everyday life. www.kaelash.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Explore how frequencies transform reality on this luminous episode of Secrets to Luminous Living. MJ — a Global Ascended Shaman and Spiritual Surgeon — draws upon Taino ancestral wisdom to facilitate deep cellular healing and empower clients to shift their own frequencies. Joined by Cecilia — a gifted healer with mastery in Reiki, sound, crystal energetics, and spirit communication — this conversation opens the door to subtle energy, divine power, and the magic within us all. Visit frequenciesymuchomas.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

From a life as a reporter, caregiver, teacher, and multi-sport coach, to a decade in fitness, Kim Lloyd blends renaissance-woman wisdom with two decades of coaching experience to make strength training simple, sustainable, and shame-free. Her signature programs help women train for real life — more energy, confidence, and independence — without pressure or guesswork. Visit www.kimlloydfitness.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this week’s episode of Secrets to Luminous Living, Melissa sits down with Libby and Bill Catania — founders of Limina Renewal Center, a sacred retreat space in Maine designed to support people through life’s transitions. Born from a vision planted during a hike in 2019, Limina was created with love, lived experience, and a deep desire to offer refuge. Libby and Bill each experienced profound personal transitions — divorce, the death of a spouse, spiritual evolution — and from those journeys came a calling to help others navigate change with peace and grace. With Libby’s background in hospice and her work as an Episcopal priest, and Bill’s expertise in hospitality and the healing rhythm of nature, they crafted Limina as a place where people can rest, reset, and reconnect with themselves. In this episode, we explore: ✨ The inspiration behind Limina Renewal Center ✨ How nature immersion supports emotional and spiritual healing ✨ The gifts hidden within life’s biggest transitions ✨ Why quiet retreats can transform the nervous system and deepen spiritual connection ✨ What it means to create a “safe harbor” for renewal Whether you're navigating change or simply craving stillness, Libby and Bill’s wisdom is a balm for the soul. https://liminarenewal.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Secrets to Luminous Living, intuitive coach and energy expert Melissa Boyd guides you through a gentle yet powerful meditation to connect with your Abundance Blueprint—the energetic map within you that attracts opportunity, flow, and fulfillment. You’ll learn how to release scarcity thinking, align with gratitude, and open to the vibration of prosperity in every form. Take a deep breath, tune in, and begin manifesting from a place of luminous alignment. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Secrets to Luminous Living, Melissa Boyd shares a gentle yet powerful guided meditation to help you meet your spirit guides. Whether you’re new to spirit connection or deepening your practice, this meditation invites clarity, comfort, and guidance from beyond the physical world. Tune in to discover how to quiet your mind, open your heart, and listen to the wisdom your guides are ready to share. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Julie Kingsley has dedicated her career to empowering writers to find both their voice and their audience. As co-founder of The Manuscript Academy, she bridges creativity and industry insight, helping authors break through barriers and connect with the right people. In this episode, we explore how storytelling is both art and strategy—and why your unique voice matters more than ever. Whether you’re drafting your first manuscript or navigating publishing, Julie shares wisdom to help you take the next step with confidence. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Secrets to Luminous Living, Melissa Boyd sits down with Dr. Peter O’Donnell, DNP, Chaplain, who brings over 20 years of experience in nursing, mental health, and spiritual care. Together, they explore the unspoken realities of dying—what loved ones, caregivers, and even patients often wish they had known sooner. From anticipatory grief to final moments, Dr. O’Donnell offers both clinical insight and spiritual presence, creating a safe space for conversations many of us avoid. Whether you’re grieving, preparing for a loss, or walking alongside someone at the end of life, this episode is a reminder that you are not alone. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this special episode, Melissa Boyd returns to the mic—this time as the guest—to explore one of the most important topics in spiritual alignment: How do you know if it's your anxiety speaking… or your intuition? Melissa shares powerful insights from her own journey, as well as practical tools to help you quiet the noise, build trust in your inner knowing, and live with greater clarity. If you’ve ever second-guessed a gut feeling or been paralyzed by indecision, this episode is for you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Liz Ritter, Boston University grad and social media pro, shares her journey through the entertainment industry—and how her spiritual practice and connection to intuition have helped guide her decisions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this illuminating episode, we welcome Pam Coronado, a renowned psychic detective who has spent over 20 years helping solve missing person cases and criminal investigations. Using tools like clairvoyance, psychometry, and controlled remote viewing (CRV), Pam has collaborated with law enforcement on local, federal, and international levels. She shares fascinating stories from real cases, insights into training intuitive abilities, and how we can all learn to listen more deeply to our inner wisdom. 🔍 Featured on shows like Sensing Murder and Miracle Detectives, Pam brings a grounded, experienced perspective to the mystical. ✨ Whether you're skeptical or curious, this conversation will expand your view of intuition, truth-seeking, and purpose. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join Melissa Boyd as she welcomes world-renowned spiritualist minister Val Williams to Secrets to Luminous Living. With more than 40 years of experience as a medium, Val shares extraordinary stories about her spiritual path, the healing power of mediumship, and her journey helping others find peace, purpose, and connection. This heartfelt episode is a tribute to intuition, trust, and the timeless nature of spirit. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join Melissa Boyd and Reverend David Hulse as they explore a powerful spiritual tool—Solfeggio Frequencies—and how sound can become a catalyst for healing, clarity, and transformation. Whether you're navigating a life transition or seeking to deepen your energetic awareness, this conversation offers a tuning fork for the soul. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this special rebroadcast, Soul Evolution Mentor Melissa Boyd dives into the concept of New Time and the energetic impact of geomagnetic evolution. Through her unique lens, Melissa shares how planetary shifts affect our personal growth, spiritual timing, and soul alignment. This episode offers guidance for navigating change and syncing with the universe’s evolving rhythm. 🌍 Learn how to flow with new energetic currents 🌀 Reconnect to your intuitive timeline 💫 Grow your knowing during planetary transformation Follow @growyourknowing for more luminous guidance. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this luminous episode, Melissa Boyd invites us into a deeper understanding of the chakra system and the aura — the energetic field that surrounds and defines us. She explores how each layer of the aura connects to physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual dimensions, and how meditating with the chakras can activate healing, insight, and joy. Learn how your body is made up of 99.9% light and vibration, and how sound, surrender, and energy awareness can expand your aura and elevate your life. ✨ “When we align with our energetic body, we remember who we truly are.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this week’s episode of Secrets to Luminous Living, Melissa Boyd sits down with Kaelash Neels, a breath and yoga therapy practitioner, for a powerful conversation on how conscious breathing and therapeutic yoga can support physical healing, emotional balance, and spiritual growth. Tune in to explore practical tools for reconnecting with your breath and body—and bringing more presence into your everyday life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices