The Authentic Me: Hosted by Mel Yu

On this episode, I have special guest (and my ace coaching client!), Katrina Weller - a Grief & Loss Specialist, Speaker and the founder of the Grow with Grief hub. We discussed our experiences with grief and loss, reflecting on the impact it has had on our lives and relationships. We share the duality of emotions, the ongoing waves of grief, and the longing for the presence of our loved ones who have passed away.We dive deep into various aspects of grief, including the myths surrounding it. There is no timeline for grief, grief is not limited to death, and perhaps the five stages of grief are not a one-size-fits-all experience!If you're interested in Katrina's upcoming event, 'Grief Talks - Moments that Matter' in Melbourne this month (August 2023), please REGISTER FOR FREE here! Link: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/grieftalks-moments-that-matter-tickets-677224104527Stay up to date with all things Katrina & Grow with Grief here:https://www.instagram.com/growwithgrief/https://www.instagram.com/katrinalpw/https://www.linkedin.com/in/katrinapreislerweller/https://growwithgrief.com.au/ If you loved this episode, please leave us a quick review as this helps us reach more people that may also love this show! Stay up to date on all things Mel Yu over on Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn or Facebook. Thanks for supporting!

Matthew John Kyoo Purcell (known professionally as Matt Purcell), is a South Korean-born Australian entrepreneur. Matt Purcell is Australia's leading personal branding expert and the founder of Australia's only verbal self-defence program, Kung Fu. Matt is on a mission to help doers think and thinkers do.I was lucky enough to sit and have a chat with a fellow Asian- Australian to talk about our unique stories and how important identity is in the way we live our lives. Both Matt and I are passionate about building powerful personal brands that help you unpack your superpower and unique stories.Listen to this as Matt gives some great insight and frameworks for those wanting to make money by being who they are and sharing authentically!Follow the Personal Branding Sensai here (IG: @mattpurcellofficial): https://www.instagram.com/mattpurcellofficial/Matt has an event coming up at the Gold Coast Convention & Exhibition Centre on July 7th 2023 with some other successful and powerful entrepreneurs.  More info about the event can be found here: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/personal-branding-event-tickets-640078170037?aff=MATT If you loved this episode, please leave us a quick review as this helps us reach more people that may also love this show! Stay up to date on all things Mel Yu over on Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn or Facebook. Thanks for supporting!

Erin Deering was looking for a bikini to wear on the beach on a second date with her now ex-partner. Craig Ellis, but couldn’t find anything under $100 that didn’t have Hawaain flowers on it. It was either Zimmerman or Billabong back then with no in-between price tag available for women. Little did she know, she would go on to start a multimillion-dollar bikini business known as Triangl – and take it global. Today, Triangl is sold in over 100 countries and boasts 2.4 million Instagram followers. The company has reported selling around 45,000 bikinis a month, and in 2019, both co-founders were ranked on Australian rich lists with an estimated net worth of $35 million.Since leaving the brand in 2018, Erin Deering is now a passionate Holistic Mentor, Educator & Speaker. She supports women to “feel good, look good and do good”.I loved this authentic conversation around business, travel, family and mental health. It's such an important chat and I hope you guys love it!I highly encourage you to stay in touch with this woman and follow her content - she inspires me daily not only in fashion but in mindset!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/erinkdeering/Love Mel xIf you loved this episode, please leave us a quick review as this helps us reach more people that may also love this show! Stay up to date on all things Mel Yu over on Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn or Facebook. Thanks for supporting!

A champion for diversity and loving the skin you’re in; Natasha Heal has taken her every experience in life and turned each into a means of growth, acceptance and self love. With a unique ability to recognise the beauty in all things and people, as well as taking hard lessons in her stride, Natasha is an advocate for alopecia awareness, an internationally renowned fashion model and promotes living a mentally well-balance life.This episode we talk all things growing up in the beauty industry as a model from 13 years old, how she discovered she had alopecia, the struggles and challenges we face with stress and anxiety to taking back your power and your space.A powerful role model worth connecting with, please follow and engage with her content:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/natashaheal/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@natasha.healThanks for listening to another episode! See you in the next one :)Mel Yu xIf you loved this episode, please leave us a quick review as this helps us reach more people that may also love this show! Stay up to date on all things Mel Yu over on Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn or Facebook. Thanks for supporting!

Welcome back guys! Today I am joined by entrepreneur, photographer, designer, mentor, former cross-fit enthusiast, former controversial public figure in the media, the author of ‘6-figure creative’ but most importantly, down to earth legend whom I have only until recently had the privilege to call a friend, Carly Söderström. Carly is a straight shooter and I love that about her. We talk about the importance of travel and how experiencing other countries has made us better human beings. We talk about people talking shit on the media and defamation of her personal brand. We also talk about how she got to shoot incredible humans like Dr Jordan B Peterson when he was in Melbourne!Carly is an amazing creative entrepreneur and I am excited to bring this conversation to your ears today!Stay in touch here:https://www.instagram.com/carlzjsoda/https://carlzjsoda.com/https://www.6figurecreative.com.au/If you loved this episode, please leave us a quick review as this helps us reach more people that may also love this show! Stay up to date on all things Mel Yu over on Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn or Facebook. Thanks for supporting!

Today's wholesome chat is with my high school friend, Jess Jackson (IG: @jessinbondi who I went to Mordialloc College with between 2003-2008!Jess is the founder of health and wellness brand, Australian Made Bio Cellulose Sheet Masks, @goodlivingonly_. She is also a certified meditation teacher who aims to share content to inspire not tire so you're empowered to live a balanced life. Jess is passionate about embracing a life you love to live.We talk all things friendship and high school education, moving from a 9-5 that is not fulfilling and everything else in between. Whether you are in need of a little pick-me-up, a reminder that you are not alone in what you are feeling or going through, this episode is full of golden nuggets between 2 friends so I hope you enjoy!Make sure to stay in touch with Jess over on social media as this helps both our brands grow. Thank-you for listening!If you loved this episode, please leave us a quick review as this helps us reach more people that may also love this show! Stay up to date on all things Mel Yu over on Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn or Facebook. Thanks for supporting!

How important is it to have a loving and supportive partner? For me, it is the MOST important aspect to ensure I maintain wellness, peak performance and dedication to building my life, my career and my health. It's all very much dedicated to this man here I share the mic with today... my partner, Jordan Consoli!To everyone that has been with me through my journey, I appreciate you all so much to get to know the man who makes me the happiest woman on the planet. I feel so lucky I get to share life with this guy and we wanted to jump on and have this conversation around relationships to hopefully help some of you too.We sprinkle it with some business talk and health/fitness industry. It's the perfect conversation to motivate you to just get started... just like Jordan did!Enjoy this one guys. We love you lots!Follow JC at @_jordanconsoli over on Instagram & TikTok. If you loved this episode, please leave us a quick review as this helps us reach more people that may also love this show! Stay up to date on all things Mel Yu over on Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn or Facebook. Thanks for supporting!

We are diving in deep here bringing my housemate into the mix! It's been a year of living with Jordan and Beza in my life so what better way to get to know me further and deeper than having her on the show!Beza is an incredible media personality, MC, host and fashion model. She is a freelancer in the creative community and really helps us all give perspective to those who may be struggling to start! We also talk all things personal branding and her opinion and cautions meeting my partner, Jordan Consoli, for the first time! Listen and find out what she thought!As always, if you loved this episode and what I do, please give a 5-star review on the platform you are listening on so it reaches more people and ears.Find Beza on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/by.beza/See you next ep! xIf you loved this episode, please leave us a quick review as this helps us reach more people that may also love this show! Stay up to date on all things Mel Yu over on Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn or Facebook. Thanks for supporting!

Helloooooo world! I am back after a year and a half from this podcast, The Authentic Me! Life's been busy and when we don't remain consistent and disciplined, things fall off the band wagon... so vola!Nevertheless, I am keen to put energy back into this show to bring you insightful and authentic stories and ideas. This week, I touch on both discipline and consistency to building successful habits that STICK! Listen to this if you need a reminder that you are capable of GREAT things. You just got to remain consistent and discipline in building healthy habits!Love always,Mel Yu xIf you loved this episode, please leave us a quick review as this helps us reach more people that may also love this show! Stay up to date on all things Mel Yu over on Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn or Facebook. Thanks for supporting!

WOW! This conversation was SO, SO, SO Powerful! Shani gets down and vulnerable, openly discussing parenthood, finding confidence even through suicidal thoughts and severe moments of depression and sadness. We both cry in this ep!!! So much love for this gal!If something you hear in this conversation causes heightened emotions within you, please, please reach out and also seek professional healthcare advice. Lifeline is available for you 24 hours, 7 days a week on 13 11 14. We love you.Shani Chantel is a 29-year-old plus size model and mumma living in Melbourne who not only embraces but celebrates her body the way it is and encourages women on her social media to do the same. Shani teaches her audience that self and body acceptance begins from your thoughts and the language you use towards yourself. Episode Show Notes:Congratulations on Shani’s divorce! Taking the best out of your lived experiences [6:00]Confidence is an emotion [11:05]How to bring confidence and feeling good every day despite mental health challenge [14:20]The moment that changed her life… Shani makes Mel cry! [15:00]The road to confidence is gut-wrenching [18:00]All things Kindness and to consciously stop bitching/gossiping/speaking badly to yourself [32:00]Lessons to teach our daughters [36:20]Expressing your confidence through fashion and styling [46:10]Stay in touch and follow Shani's journey on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/shani.chantel/ As always, thanks for listening to this platform and growing with me xIf you loved this episode, please leave us a quick review as this helps us reach more people that may also love this show! Stay up to date on all things Mel Yu over on Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn or Facebook. Thanks for supporting!

Quick one! So sorry for the internet stuffing up our conversation a couple of times during this audio. I hope you can be patient and get through the little cracks in conversation to listen to Jake's very important message!Jake is an absolute legend and I was so proud to be able to have this chat with him. Jake is bloody real, nothing else to say! I hope you take some valuable lessons from this during World Mental Health Month. As always, what we say in these conversations are not professional health advice or opinions, these are purely our own lived experience and if you are unsure or concerned for your own mental health and medication intakes, please seek professional advice.Episode Show Notes:Mental health is your own responsibilitySharing stories are so important!‘Rise, shine, rest, repeat’ lifestyle planner (Download here: https://www.jakeobrien.com.au) Jake’s lived experiences that set him to now talk about his mental health journey [9:05]What it feels like when your self-worth is at an all-time low – feelings of suicide [14:00]Stepping into your purpose [16:20]Showing the real you on your social media platform – if it feels truly authentic to you! [22:00]Leading from the front – the highs and the lows [25:00]Building resilience – the hard times make you stronger! [28:00]Changing your script and your story [36:00]Seeking professional help to not feel like you are burdening your personal support network [40:00]An open conversation around medication and your mental health. We have the power to reassess whether the medication is still serving us in the same way [47:00]Don't forget to send us a screenshot that you're tuning in! Love you guys!If you loved this episode, please leave us a quick review as this helps us reach more people that may also love this show! Stay up to date on all things Mel Yu over on Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn or Facebook. Thanks for supporting!

If she can do it - you can too! Living in Melbourne, Vanessa is a motivational speaker, body builder, sponsored athlete, and a women empowerment leader. Vanessa Calafiore was born with a genetic-disability of having no hands or feet. Growing up, Vanessa also lived through abuse which then caused PTSD, an eating disorder and depression. Join us on this epic conversation around self-love, going through life's challenges and having a strong mindset! Thanks for listening :) Keep going Ness, you are a freaking dynamite! Episode Show Notes:Sometimes the best things in life have no reason [5:00]Bullies only bully on something you are insecure about [10:15]Surround yourself with people who lift you up and support you [19:30]Sexual abuse, deep depression and drug addictions [22:00]What suicide ideations feels like for some of us [29:00]What fitness means for a healthy lifestyle – shout out to Doherty’s Gym [32:00]Self-care Tools to help you stay mentally well [45:00]Love is a choice [50:00]As always, connect with my community online!Follow Vanessa's journey here: @vanessacalafiorehttps://www.instagram.com/vanessacalafiore/If you loved this episode, please leave us a quick review as this helps us reach more people that may also love this show! Stay up to date on all things Mel Yu over on Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn or Facebook. Thanks for supporting!

Natasa Adamovic is a mental health support worker specialising in psychosocial recovery. She manages clients who live with a chronic mental illness ranging from depression, anxiety, autism, OCD to schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. Tash credits this work to her own lived experience with anxiety to transform and best support her client.With a Graduate Diploma in Psychosocial Science and has also been coached and mentored by yours truly, Tash is now a leading 1:1 coach to help you transform your inner trauma to living in your truth. She runs incredible online masterclasses and is the host on her very own podcast, called 'The Committee' which shines light on key important topics particularly around men’s mental health.  My key takeaway's from this episode:What is generalised anxiety disorder? [8:00]What anxiety feels like and how it is activated to protect you [10:00]Overcoming your anxiety in small baby steps [14:07]What is attachment theory and its four different styles [18:30]The fine line between wanting to be loved or not wanting to be abandoned [25:10]If you struggle to let someone love you the way you deserve to be loved [28:23]What is trauma? [31:29]Ways you can help someone who is vulnerable or going through a tough time [36:00]How do you combat compassion fatigue? [42:20]Looking to get into the mental health industry? Find out how from Tash! [49:01]Follow Tash on her journey through mental health on Instagram:@tashadamovic https://www.instagram.com/tashadamovic/ If you loved this episode, please leave us a quick review as this helps us reach more people that may also love this show! Stay up to date on all things Mel Yu over on Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn or Facebook. Thanks for supporting!

SUICIDE TRIGGER WARNING: If you, or anyone you care for, is in need of professional support, please reach out to Lifeline by phone on 13 11 14 (24 hours a day) or message a Lifeline Crisis Supporter on 0477 13 11 14 (6pm – midnight every night). Lauren McDonough suffered from depression since she was 13. In 2017, when Lauren was just 19, her mental state declined to the point where she made an attempt to take her own life. In this moment, Lauren’s life was to change forever. ***Episode Show Notes:What it feels like to be diagnosed with depression as a teenager [6:55]Self-harming in high school [8:20]The night Lauren jumped in front of a train and how the healthcare system let her down [11:30]How our bodies and mind process traumatic events [16:01]How to find hope when life feels so bleak [20:15]People who suicide, don’t want to die – they want their painful experiences to stop [23:00]The importance of having a strong support network for those who struggle with mental health. A reminder that you are not alone [27:01]Helping people by sharing our stories outweighs worrying about what other people think [29:40]Lauren shares her greatest fear… [30:50]Make sure to wish Lauren a Happy Birthday on R U OK Day this year! (September 9th) [37:10]***Stay in touch with Lauren's Journey over on her Instagram account:https://www.instagram.com/lauren_mcdonough/If you loved this episode, please leave us a quick review as this helps us reach more people that may also love this show! Stay up to date on all things Mel Yu over on Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn or Facebook. Thanks for supporting!

Yollana has worked 20+ years in helping founders, executives, entrepreneurs, and individuals to embody their true leadership potential. She uses an approach that is authentic, insightful, supportive and focused on success. Her goal is to understand your leadership goals and context, and how she can add value to your leadership journey.We dive deep into Yollana's life on this episode and I share her transformative program with you all, Heal Your Past Relationships, that I personally completed which assisted my journey immensely.  I am a huge fan and I hope you learn a whole heap out of this conversation, too! Episode Show Notes:How COVID-19 has impacted businesses, mental health and as a collective [2:50]How Yollana’s spiritual upbringing began the early onset of her personal development journey and helping others do the same [11:40]The rebellious side of Yollana in high school, including getting beat up by girls! [16:00] You are not your career path – authenticity is not defined by what you do [22:45]The living process of learning to be yourself and to be more authentic [34:00]The rings on a tree in our life cycle to becoming more human [39:30]Grieving the parts of yourself in your past relationships [45:21]Having a feminine energy and presence through embodying your body [48:54]Yollana’s anatomies of what makes a good leader and what makes a great leader [58:00]Keep in touch with Yollana's work:https://yollana.com/https://www.instagram.com/yollana_shore/If you loved this episode, please leave us a quick review as this helps us reach more people that may also love this show! Stay up to date on all things Mel Yu over on Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn or Facebook. Thanks for supporting!

My sister (currently 22 years old) speaks with so much wisdom, so much understanding of self-development and so much awareness! I loved spending this time with my sister and our ability to have these vulnerable, honest and deep conversations.Hear her side of the view within our family dynamics, what it was like for growing up with a broken family and trying to navigate her emotional triggers from being sexually assaulted by a trusted, father figure! I hope this podcast highlights how important it is to have these conversations with your siblings (if it is safe to do so) and seek to do the inner work for your own healing to better your relationships.Super proud of you ‘lil sis and thank you for joining us on ‘The Authentic Me’ Podcast. Podcast key takeaways:Bursting the high school bubble and finding new friends [12:00]How Michelle started to study in the Mental health industry [14:01]Her open discussion around her sexual assault experience and how the school system let her down [15:23]The basic human need to feel seen and heard when opening up to those we trust [19:00]Normalising seeking mental health and asking for help [22:12]How your unhealed trauma projects onto your relationships and those you love [23:40]Learning a new skill and being self-taught through YouTube [26:52]When my sister schools me on having perspective haha [30:00]What an intimate partners role is in your life [31:50]How to be the truest version of you [37:09]Follow her and stay connected on socials:https://www.instagram.com/michhyu/https://www.instagram.com/thebbeautyhub/If you loved this episode, please leave us a quick review as this helps us reach more people that may also love this show! Stay up to date on all things Mel Yu over on Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn or Facebook. Thanks for supporting!

Arggghh Shadow Work! What is it? Despite it sounding like some dark, superstitious, witchy stuff - this is actually a form of deep therapeutic work in psychological and spiritual practices. to assist in healing and integrating all parts of you so you can live a full, whole and meaningful life. If you struggle with relationships, especially the one with yourself, it could be a good indication that there is some shadow work you need to work on. Accepting that all of us have a 'shadow self', demons or bad thoughts, makes us a part of the human experience. You are not an exception!Out of the darkness and into the light, I hope this podcast episode helps you in your life's journey and self-development. As I continue on my very own journey in self-awareness, I thank you all for coming on this crazy ride with me.Enjoy!@mellieyu If you loved this episode, please leave us a quick review as this helps us reach more people that may also love this show! Stay up to date on all things Mel Yu over on Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn or Facebook. Thanks for supporting!

Today’s special boss lady, goes by the name of Jada Perfect. Jada is the founder of the women’s social networking community called Boss Lady Events. The platform and community brings together like-minded women in small business to empower, inspire and educate one another through her coaching programs, educational workshops and social events. Jada and her team help navigate other fellow business owners through the highs, lows and inevitable challenges of a business.Outside of this glamorous business, she is one-half, the better half dare I say, of the husband and wife duo business, Sesame Pizza located in Hassall Grove, Sydney. I absolutely loved the boss, feminine and confident energy of this conversation and I really hope you get some amazing takeaways out of it, too! Episode Show Notes: The influence of Jada’s mother on her confidence and values, how important our childhood foundations are [7:20]How to talk to yourself and how important the language we use is [12:13]Projecting beauty and embodying what is beautiful [14:00]How to slide into someone’s DM’s and be authentic! Creating an online network [16:05]People do business with people they trust [19:25]Starting Boss Lady Events and creating an event from 6 people to growing an empire [23:15]How to continuously show up day in, day out [26:19]The common pitfalls of start-ups in business [30:43]Make that money!!! Change your mindset and live in financial abundance [35:30]Jada’s top three tips to living your best life and in fulfillment! [41:45]What authenticity means to the one and only, Jada Perfect [47:55]Keep up to date on all things Jada Perfect and Boss Lady Events here:https://www.thebosslady.com.au/ https://www.instagram.com/jada_perfect/https://www.instagram.com/bossladyevents/Email: hello@thebosslady.com.au If you loved this episode, please leave us a quick review as this helps us reach more people that may also love this show! Stay up to date on all things Mel Yu over on Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn or Facebook. Thanks for supporting!

TRIGGER WARNING: This episode has discussions around suicide.This week I am back with an episode of my own lived experience and journey through mental health, belonging and losing my late partner to suicide.Between June 14th and June 20th, it is Men’s Mental Health Week in Australia. In most countries around the world, men’s mental health is generally poorer than that of females mental health. More males die earlier, more males have accidents, more males suffer from lifestyle health conditions and more males take their own lives. In this episode, I encourage you to open up and I lead by example. This episode reminds us all that it is okay to not be okay, but we must endure and weather the storms. If you, or anyone you care for, is in need of support, please reach out to Lifeline by phone on 13 11 14 (24 hours a day) or message a Lifeline Crisis Supporter on 0477 13 11 14 (6pm – midnight every night).***If you love this episode, please help share the knowledge and podcast to your community! Screenshot and tag me on your Instagram Stories - @mellieyu :)For 1:1 Coaching and Group Masterminds, please get in touch via email - melissa@mcoevents.com.au Stay safe and wishing you an abundance of wellness and fulfilment x ***Art of silence by uniqhttps://soundcloud.com/uniqofficialAttribution 4.0 International (CC BY 4.0)https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0Music promoted by https://www.chosic.comIf you loved this episode, please leave us a quick review as this helps us reach more people that may also love this show! Stay up to date on all things Mel Yu over on Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn or Facebook. Thanks for supporting!

And she is back!!! I guess there are some small perks to Victorian Lockdown 4.50 because with the forced change of pace, I am able to revisit some of these creative passions of mine - PODCASTING!Sorry it's taken me so long to jump back into the podcasting game and I am thrilled to continue to be able to serve on this journey!Let's do it. Kicking off with my first quick episode back on, I chat to you about RELATIONSHIPS! Having been busy myself entering a new love and life partnership, I have broken down some of my key thoughts and beliefs of what makes a relationship LONG-LASTING and able to continue to run its course.On this Episode 22, we discuss:The Four Phases/Stages of a Relationship - Attraction/Admiration, Connection, Commitment and Compatibility Giving your partner what THEY need and not what YOU needBeing comfortable with yourself and being alone - Continuing a commitment to working on yourself Teamwork makes the dreamwork, remembering you are both on the same TEAM even when you are in a heated argument!Let me know what you love about some of these thoughts and what else it might take to find that true, LONG-LASTING relationship. Life is beautiful - embrace everything!For more of what I do in day-to-day, I am most active on Instagram: @mellieyuIf you loved this episode, please leave us a quick review as this helps us reach more people that may also love this show! Stay up to date on all things Mel Yu over on Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn or Facebook. Thanks for supporting!