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My favorite things of 2025

Jan 07th 2026

An annual collection of things I loved, in no particular order

The best relationship advice my mom ever gave me

Jan 05th 2026

It wasn’t even advice, but it changed my perspective on “good” relationships

5 lessons my have 50s have taught me (so far)

Dec 22nd 2025

Age really does bring a bucketload of wisdom and a bushel of IDGAF.

Kiss, Marry or Kill: 2025 Book Round-Up

Dec 18th 2025

My 5-star books of 2025, a chosen few rated a 6/5 (!), and a few I hate-read, so maybe I can spare you

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Do The Thing Podcast

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My thing is helping people change their health, habits, and relationship with food–but this podcast goes way beyond food. We’ll explore what’s been missing every time you’ve tried to make a change, and create habits that actually stick.

 Just Melissa

10: Imposter Syndrome + What Judgment is Really About | Just Melissa

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In this “Dear Melissa” two-part episode, Melissa talks about imposter syndrome: the behaviors she’s…

 Just Melissa

19: Talking to Strangers | Just Melissa

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In this Just Melissa episode, I explore my “Melissa talks to strangers” experiment from…

 Jacob Henriquez

18: Coach Me Through the Whole30 | Jacob Henriquez

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Jacob Henriquez is the Atlanta-based 2019 Whole30 Certified Coach of the Year, and Community…

 Magdalena McClellan

17: There’s a Crystal in my Bra Right Now | Magdalena McClellan

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Whole30 Books

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Wondering which Whole30 book is right for you? Start here.

The Whole30

The 30-day guide to Total Health and Food Freedom

Whole30 Food Freedom Forever

Letting Go of Bad Habits, Guilt, and Anxiety Around Food

Whole30 Friends & Family

150 recipes for every occasion

The Whole30 Slow Cooker

150-All new recipes for your Slow Cooker and Instant Pot

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