Episode 25: Melissa Turilli Smith
In this special episode, I’m taking you on a heartfelt journey back through some of my favorite moments from Season One. Over 25 inspiring episodes, my guests have shown us the incredible truth: when we help others, we don’t just change their lives, we transform our own.
I’m sharing my top five tips to enhance your well-being and five simple acts of kindness you can start doing today. These aren’t complicated or time-consuming, just small, powerful steps that can bring more joy, connection, and purpose into your everyday life.
And here’s the best part: science backs it up. Research shows that kindness and giving boost levels of serotonin, dopamine, and oxytocin, the “feel-good” chemicals in your brain. Acts of generosity lower stress, reduce inflammation, and even support heart health. In other words, by giving to others, you’re giving yourself a longer, healthier, and happier life.
This episode is for you if you’re ready to discover simple and practical ways to uplevel your well-being, learn how kindness directly improves mental and physical health, and feel inspired to take action today with small steps that make a big difference.
Listen and start your journey to a more joyful, healthy, and purpose-driven life, one act of kindness at a time.
Listen to the guests featured in this episode:
Tara Gilad on Bringing Healthy and Allergy Safe Food To Communities Across The Country, Helping Other Female Entrepreneurs Succeed and Tips To Living Up To Your Full Potential
Dr. Karrie Heneman on Prioritizing Family Meals, Embracing Nutrient-Dense Foods, and Teaching Kids Healthy Choices
Lee Ann Coburn on Aligning Wealth with Purpose, Uplifting Women, and Finding Balance
Dr. Ryan Lazarus on Unlocking Your Potential, Finding Your Thrive Tribe, Raising Resilient Kids, and Empowering Holistic Wellness with The Lazarus Method
Natalia Lazarus on Running The Great World Race, Navigating Midlife, Chasing Inspired Challenges, Unlocking Your Spark, and Making Movement Your Superpower
Narda Skov on Working as a Health & Sexuality Educator, Advocate for Women, and Champion of The Wig Exchange
Kerry Maunus on Teaching Gratitude to Our Children, Building Generational Traditions, and Fighting Food Insecurity
Andi Callaway on Transforming Pain into Purpose, Building a Community of Support, and Inspiring Future Generations
Shani Hall on Turning Celebrations Into Opportunities for Giving: Party In-Kindness, Golden Vibe Events, and Navigating Life’s Changing Tides
Christopher Helfrich on Changing Lives with Stephen and Ayesha Curry’s Eat. Learn. Play. Foundation, Mission-Driven Career Choices, and a Heart for Giving
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