Bouncing Back Podcast

Thriving with Rheumatoid Arthritis: Finding Agency in the Dark

In this episode of Bouncing Back, host Melissa McCurley sits down with Meagan Harold, an integrative mental health and registered health coach who was diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis at just 24.Meagan opens up about the early symptoms, the long road to diagnosis, and the grief that can follow — not just once, but again and again through flare-ups and life changes. Together, Melissa and Meagan explore what it means to “live in two places at once”: acknowledging the hard reality of chronic illness while still holding onto light, hope, and small choices that restore a sense of agency.They also dive into the mind–body connection, how stress and emotions can amplify pain, why all-or-nothing thinking makes flare-ups harder, and how Meagan’s “Five Foundations of Thriving” gives people a practical roadmap for managing daily life with more stability and self-trust.🎧 Hosted by: Melissa McCurley🎙 Guest: Meagan HaroldMeagan Harold is a certified Integrative Mental Health Coach (via the Nickerson Institute) and a Registered Health Coach with the Health Coach Alliance, dedicated to supporting individuals navigating life with chronic illness. Her own journey through anxiety, depression, OCD, and a diagnosis of Rheumatoid Arthritis at age 24 has given her deep empathy and insight into the challenges of chronic pain, shifting identity, and the emotional burden of chronic health conditions.💡 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:✔️ Why grief is a major (and ongoing) part of diagnosis✔️ How to hold space for both pain and hope at the same time✔️ What “agency” looks like when you’re at your lowest✔️ How stress and emotions can intensify pain perception✔️ Why all-or-nothing thinking makes flare-ups harder✔️ How to build a flare-up toolkit that actually works✔️ Meagan’s “Five Foundations of Thriving” framework✔️ What support systems help most — including “incognito” spaces✔️ Why coaching bridges the gap between advice and real life habits📇 Connect with Meagan Harold📘 Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61577579484511📷 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/tenaciousmeagan🌐 Website → https://www.tenaciouswellnesscoach.com/🎙 Follow the Bouncing Back Podcast:📘 Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/groups/bouncingbackpodcast/📷 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/melmccurley/🔗 LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissa-mccurley/📺 Youtube → https://www.youtube.com/@BouncingBackwithMelissa📱Pinterest → https://www.pinterest.com/bouncingbackwithmelissa/ 🔖 Don’t Forget to LIKE 👍, SUBSCRIBE 🔔 & COMMENT 💬 Below!💎 Produced by Icons of Real Estate – https://iconsofrealestate.com/

Why Chronic Illness Is Never One-Size-Fits-All (And What Actually Works)

Registered nurse and wellness coach Amber Villarreal joins Bouncing Back to share a thoughtful, real-world approach to healing chronic illness. With more than two decades in healthcare, Amber explains why true wellness requires more than medication alone—and how stress, environment, gut health, and lifestyle choices play a critical role in inflammation and long-term health. This episode offers clarity, encouragement, and practical insight for anyone navigating autoimmune disease, burnout, or the desire for sustainable healing.🎧 Hosted by: Melissa McCurley🎙 Guest: Amber VillarrealAmber Villarreal is a Registered Nurse with more than 20 years of experience, a Certified Life & Health Coach, and the founder of Rise Unbound. Through her work, she supports individuals navigating chronic health challenges, helping them build resilience, sustainable self-care practices, and a stronger sense of empowerment. By combining her nursing expertise with holistic coaching, Amber guides clients toward reclaiming balance, prioritizing their well-being, and creating lives rooted in purpose and possibility.💡 What You’ll Learn:✔️ Why healing must be personalized, not standardized✔️ How stress and environment impact chronic illness✔️ The role of gut health in inflammation and recovery✔️ Integrating holistic care with traditional medicine✔️ Simple, actionable changes for healthier living✔️ A sustainable approach to mind, body, and soul wellness📇 Connect with Amber Villarreal:🌐 Website → https://rise-unbound.com/home📘 Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/VillarrealAmber📷 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/coachinghtsfinancialfreedom/🔗 LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/amber-villarreal-coach/🎙 Follow the Bouncing Back Podcast:📘 Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/groups/bouncingbackpodcast/📷 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/melmccurley/🔗 LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissa-mccurley/📺 Youtube → https://www.youtube.com/@BouncingBackwithMelissa📱Pinterest → https://www.pinterest.com/bouncingbackwithmelissa/ 🔖 Follow, Rate & Share to help others bounce back stronger.⭐ Produced by Icons of Real Estate → https://iconsofrealestate.com

Learning Disability, Advocacy, and Finding Your Strengths with Michelle Lee Steiner

Michelle Lee Steiner joins Bouncing Back to share her journey living with dyscalculia and other invisible challenges—and how advocating for accommodations, leaning into creativity, and focusing on strengths helped her thrive.This episode is for anyone navigating chronic illness, disability, or limitations who needs a reminder: it’s okay to ask for what you need, and success can look different—and still be powerful.🎧 HOSTED BY: Melissa McCurley🎤 FEATURING: Michelle Lee SteinerMichelle Lee Steiner is a writer, speaker, photographer, and disability advocate whose work highlights life with a learning disability. She has contributed to publications such as The Mighty, the Non-Verbal Learning Project, and the Dyscalculia Blog, and her photography has appeared in Word Gathering and Independent & Work Ready. In addition to her creative work, Michelle is a para-educator supporting students with disabilities, bringing advocacy and empathy into the classroom.💡 WHAT YOU’LL LEARN:✔️ How self-advocacy changes everything at school, work, and in life✔️ Why focusing on strengths beats obsessing over struggles✔️ How Michelle helps students build confidence and speak up✔️ Reframing “limitations” into a new kind of perspective and purpose📇 CONNECT WITH MICHELLE:🌐 Website → https://www.michellesmission.com/📘 Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/michelle.steiner.493966/📷 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/steiner7250/🎙 Follow the Bouncing Back Podcast:📘 Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/groups/bouncingbackpodcast/📷 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/melmccurley/🔗 LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissa-mccurley/📺 Youtube → https://www.youtube.com/@BouncingBackwithMelissa📱Pinterest → https://www.pinterest.com/bouncingbackwithmelissa/ 🔖 Don’t Forget to LIKE 👍, SUBSCRIBE 🔔 & COMMENT 💬 Below!💎 Produced by Icons of Real Estate - https://iconsofrealestate.com/

Overcoming Trauma and Embracing Forgiveness while Thriving with Chronic Illness

Join Melissa McCurley as she talks with Dominika Blaszczok about overcoming self-limiting beliefs, embracing forgiveness, and finding spiritual healing. In this inspiring episode, Dominika shares her journey of growth, self-discovery, and how she now helps others break through trauma, develop a positive mindset, and thrive in chronic illness and business.🎧 Hosted by: Melissa McCurley🎤 Featuring: Dominika BlaszczokDominika Blaszczok is a coach who empowers others to break through mental barriers and live their fullest lives. After overcoming her own struggles, she now helps others transform through mindset work, forgiveness, and spiritual guidance. This is a must listen for any chronic illness or autoimmune disease warrior.💡 What You’ll Learn:✔️ The life-changing power of forgiveness✔️ How Dominika's spiritual experience led to transformation✔️ Embracing duality: feeling sadness and joy simultaneously✔️ Discovering God and building faith✔️ Steps to creating a personal connection with God✔️ The value of mindset work in personal and professional growth📇 Connect with Dominika Blaszczok:🌎 Website →https://pensight.com/x/dominika📘 Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/dominika.blaszczok📱 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/nikaxbla🎥 YouTube Channel → https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2xFFgj76WtrhP2xw6Fmhbg🎙 Follow the Bouncing Back Podcast:📘 Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/groups/bouncingbackpodcast/📷 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/melmccurley/🔗 LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissa-mccurley/📺 Youtube → https://www.youtube.com/@BouncingBackwithMelissa📱Pinterest → https://www.pinterest.com/bouncingbackwithmelissa/ 🔖 Don’t Forget to LIKE 👍, SUBSCRIBE 🔔 & COMMENT 💬 Below!💎 Produced by Icons of Real Estate – https://iconsofrealestate.com/

Breaking Free from Burnout & Stress: Healing with Psychedelic Medicine with Julie Cyvonne

In this episode of the Bouncing Back Podcast, Melissa McCurley speaks with Julie Cyvonne, a former attorney turned transformational coach who now helps women heal from burnout, stress, and body dysregulation through psychedelic medicine. Julie discusses her personal journey of healing and how she uses psychedelics as a tool for transformation. This episode explores the benefits of microdosing, common misconceptions about psychedelics, and the powerful impact they can have on mental health and emotional well-being. 🎧 Hosted by: Melissa McCurley 🎤 Featuring: Julie Cyvonne – Transformational Coach & Psychedelic Medicine FacilitatorJulie Cyvonne is a former attorney turned transformational coach and psychedelic facilitator who helps women and high-achievers navigate burnout, emotional pain, and the long-term effects of stress and dysregulation on the body. Drawing on her own journey through anxiety, depression, and physical recovery, Julie’s work bridges mind-body awareness, microdosing, and nervous system healing to support clients in finding balance and resilience—even when living with chronic pain or fatigue.💡 What You’ll Learn: ✔️ Julie’s health struggles and the discovery of hypermobility ✔️ How trauma and limiting beliefs impact health and self-sabotage ✔️ The concept of complex PTSD and its effect on personal growth ✔️ Hypnotherapy’s role in healing deep-rooted emotional patterns ✔️ How Soul Freedom Therapy helps clear past life trauma and beliefs📇 Connect with Julie Cyvonne:🌐 Website → https://www.juliecyvonne.com/📸 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/juliecyvonne🎙 Follow the Bouncing Back Podcast:📘 Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/groups/bouncingbackpodcast/📷 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/melmccurley/🔗 LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissa-mccurley/📺 Youtube → https://www.youtube.com/@BouncingBackwithMelissa📱Pinterest → https://www.pinterest.com/bouncingbackwithmelissa/ 🔖 Don’t Forget to LIKE 👍, SUBSCRIBE 🔔 & COMMENT 💬 Below!💎 Produced by Icons of Real Estate – https://iconsofrealestate.com/