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["It's YOUR f'ing journey!", "It's YOUR f'ing journey!"]

This is YOUR F'ING life! And this is YOUR F'ING journey! Not your parent's, your spouse's, your children's, or your employer's. So why would you do anything that doesn't align with YOU?!I passionately believe in helping people follow the path that's right for them and getting comfortable failing forward in a life that excites them. Join licensed professional counselor, life coach, and mom of 3 as she helps you prioritize YOUR needs, YOUR desires, YOUR wants. If you're feeling weighed down by what the world wants and needs of YOU, this is the show for you!

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207 episodes

Training for Tokyo, Training My Standards

SummaryIn this conversation, Melissa Hemming shares her experiences with internet issues during podcasting, her journey of self-discovery in relationships, and her excitement about training for the Tokyo Marathon. She discus...

Subscriber Episode • February 07, 2026 • Season 4 • Episode 8 • 19:11

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It’s Your F’ing Journey (And No One Else Gets a Vote)

Summary In this episode of the It's Your F'ing Journey podcast, Melissa Hemming discusses the importance of self-discovery and personal growth. She emphasizes the need to drown out societal expectations and focus on one's own...

February 02, 2026 • Season 4 • Episode 7 • 37:50

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Keep Fucking Going (Marathon Version)

SummaryIn this episode of the It's Your f'ing journey podcast, Melissa Hemming shares her personal reflections on running, marathon training, and the importance of community support in mental health. She discusses her recent 20-m...

January 26, 2026 • Season 4 • Episode 6 • 31:55

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Same Place, Different Woman

Summary In this episode of the It's Your f'ing journey podcast, host Melissa Hemming reflects on her recent trip to Great Wolf Lodge for her daughter Madaket's 13th birthday. She shares insights from her previous visit, parti...

January 19, 2026 • Season 4 • Episode 5 • 19:44

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Inside the Work: Therapy, Truth, and Becoming

Summary In this exclusive content episode, Melissa Hemming shares her journey through therapy, personal growth, and the complexities of relationships. She discusses the importance of human connection in therapy, the rol...

Subscriber Episode • January 15, 2026 • Season 4 • Episode 4 • 13:37

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Stronger Because of Who We Run With

SummaryIn this episode, Melissa Hemming discusses the importance of community and support in the journey of running and personal growth. She shares her experiences and insights on how surrounding oneself with inspiring individual...

January 12, 2026 • Season 4 • Episode 3 • 18:05

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Telling the Truth Out Loud

SummaryIn this conversation, Melissa Hemming shares her deeply personal experiences with family relationships, trauma, and the complexities of being an adopted child. She reflects on her past interactions with her cousin, the emo...

Subscriber Episode • January 08, 2026 • Season 4 • Episode 2 • 21:08

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Empowerment Through Honest Conversation

SummaryIn this episode of the It's Your f'ing journal podcast, Melissa Hemming reflects on the journey of the podcast, discusses the importance of mental health and community support, and emphasizes the need for awareness around HIV/AID...

January 05, 2026 • Season 4 • Episode 1 • 25:53

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More Than Miles: What Marathon Fundraising Taught Me About Trust, Grit, and Growth

SummaryIn this episode, Melissa Hemming discusses her journey of fundraising for major marathons, sharing insights on the differences between typical fundraising and marathon fundraising, the mindset required for success, and the...

December 29, 2025 • Season 3 • Episode 62 • 27:30

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Protecting Your Peace: Boundaries, Self-Trust, and the Magic of Intention

Summary In this episode of the It's Your f'ing Journey podcast, Melissa Hemming reflects on her journey through the podcast, the importance of self-care, and the practice of setting boundaries. She discusses the 12 Magi...

December 22, 2025 • Season 3 • Episode 62 • 25:47

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Closing One Year, Calling in the Next: The 12 Magical Nights

SummaryIn this exclusive episode, Melissa Hemming reflects on her experience with the 12 Magical Nights last year — what surprised her, what shifted, and how that simple but intentional practice created clarity, grounding, and un...

Subscriber Episode • December 18, 2025 • Season 3 • Episode 61 • 22:16

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Teaching My Daughters to Choose Themselves

SummaryIn this episode, Melissa Hemming reflects on the magic and meaning of family traditions — from the Elf on the Shelf to the evolving rituals that come with raising older kids. What starts as a lighthearted story about holida...

December 15, 2025 • Season 3 • Episode 60 • 23:25

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Motivation Is a Myth

SummaryIn this episode, Melissa Hemming discusses the concept of motivation, emphasizing that it is often a myth and that true progress comes from commitment and determination. She shares personal anecdotes about setting boundari...

December 08, 2025 • Season 3 • Episode 59 • 31:40

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Running It Alone: Turning Obsession Into Ownership

💫 Summary:In this short, exclusive episode, Melissa Hemming shares what it was like to return to the Manchester Road Race — the same event where she was once love-bombed and left heartbroken — this time, on her own ter...

Subscriber Episode • December 02, 2025 • Season 3 • Episode 58 • 7:31

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Dear Younger Me: You’re Doing Better Than You Think

SummaryIn this episode, Melissa Hemming sits down with her twenty-something self — the version of her who was still trying to figure it all out — and offers the wisdom that only comes with time, experience, and healing.She ...

December 01, 2025 • Season 3 • Episode 57 • 41:51

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Intervals, Mindset, and 100 Miles: Lisa’s Journey

SummaryIn today’s episode, Melissa sits down with Lisa — a woman whose running journey proves that strength isn’t about speed, it’s about heart, grit, and the right mindset.Together, they dive into all things intervals: why...

November 24, 2025 • Season 3 • Episode 56 • 53:55

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Growing Through What You’re Going Through

SummaryIn this episode, Melissa McWeeny shares her personal journey through life's challenges, emphasizing the importance of emotional processing and self-care. She discusses the distinction between joyful activities and true sel...

Subscriber Episode • November 21, 2025 • Season 3 • Episode 56 • 29:36

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The Truth About Where You Are (and Where You Want to Go)

Summary In this conversation, Melissa McWeeny emphasizes the critical role of self-honesty in personal growth and wealth assessment. She discusses the importance of recognizing one's current state and taking actionable ...

November 17, 2025 • Season 3 • Episode 55 • 26:49

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It was rare, I was there

SummaryIn this conversation, Melissa McWeeny reflects on her past relationships, emphasizing the authenticity of her connections and the lessons learned from them. She discusses the importance of recognizing real chemistry and th...

Subscriber Episode • November 13, 2025 • Season 3 • Episode 54 • 23:08

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Choosing Joy- 21 days of fitmas fun with Brookie Mistletoe & Mele Kalikimaka Melissa!

Summary:In this upbeat holiday episode, Melissa McWeeny and Brooke Harris bring the laughter (and the leggings) as they talk about choosing joy this season — one workout, one laugh, and one pair of Christmas pants at a time. They ...

November 10, 2025 • Season 3 • Episode 53 • 26:29

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Running for Joy: My Disney Wine & Dine Experience!

SummaryIn this episode of the It's Your f'ing Journey podcast, Melissa McWeeny shares her experiences with the Disney Wine and Dine Challenge, discussing the importance of mental health, community support, and the joy of running i...

November 03, 2025 • Season 3 • Episode 52 • 48:32

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Medication Without Shame: My Honest ADHD Story

SummaryMelissa Hemming shares her personal journey with ADHD and medication, reflecting on her experiences from childhood to adulthood. She discusses the impact of her ADHD diagnosis and medication on her academic and person...

October 27, 2025 • Season 3 • Episode 51 • 25:25

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Hartford Marathon Magic: Community, Cowbells, and Connection

SummaryMelissa Hemming shares her experiences and excitement surrounding the Hartford Marathon, emphasizing the community and personal connections she has made through volunteering and participating in the event. She describes the...

October 20, 2025 • Season 3 • Episode 50 • 22:54

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Becoming Her: Boundaries, Sex, and Self-Discovery

SummaryIn this episode of the It's Your f'ing Journey podcast, Melissa Hemming shares her personal journey of self-discovery through relationships, motherhood, and sexual exploration. She discusses the importance of setting bound...

Subscriber Episode • October 16, 2025 • Season 3 • Episode 49 • 27:13

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Empowered Women: Mind, Money, and Mental Health

Summary: In this episode of the It's Your f'ing Journey podcast, Melissa Hemming discusses her journey as a life coach and therapist, the importance of mental health, and the empowerment of women. She shares her experiences w...

October 13, 2025 • Season 3 • Episode 48 • 28:39

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