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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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Episodes

My Roster, My Rules, My Growth

SummaryMelissa shares her candid experiences with casual relationships, dating, and self-discovery in her love life, emphasizing trust, self-awareness, and growth through uncomfortable situations.

Subscriber Episode • March 26, 2026 • Season 4 • Episode 16 • 18:18

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Run Your Pace, Own Your Story with Katie Huhe

SummaryIn this inspiring interview, runner and social media creator Katie Huhe shares her journey from high school cross country to becoming a passionate advocate for inclusive running. Discover her insights on overcoming negativ...

March 23, 2026 • Season 4 • Episode 16 • 33:12

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Growing Through What Life Throws at You

SummaryMelissa Hemming shares her personal journey through family challenges, mental health, and resilience, highlighting the importance of authenticity, managing emotions, and embracing life's transitions.

Subscriber Episode • March 19, 2026 • Season 4 • Episode 15 • 17:51

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Fempower: Confidence, Vulnerability & Owning Your Power with Steph Hines

Summary In this inspiring interview, photographer Steph Hines shares her journey from nervous beginner to confident creator, emphasizing the transformative power of self-love, vulnerability, and empowering women through photo...

March 16, 2026 • Season 4 • Episode 14 • 40:09

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The Tokyo Marathon Experience

SummaryMelissa Hemming shares her inspiring journey running the Tokyo Marathon, exploring Tokyo, and embracing mindfulness and gratitude. Discover insights on being present, navigating travel challenges, and the power of min...

March 09, 2026 • Season 4 • Episode 13 • 1:04:03

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Running Toward Myself: The Tokyo Marathon & Real Life

Summary In this episode, Melissa Hemming shares her emotional journey leading up to the Tokyo Marathon, discussing the challenges and triumphs of training while navigating life's obstacles. She emphasizes the importance of se...

February 23, 2026 • Season 4 • Episode 12 • 23:50

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Finding Joy In The Mess

Summary In this candid conversation, Melissa Hemming shares her struggles with mental health, parenting challenges, and the importance of finding joy in daily life. She reflects on her emotional turmoil, the impact of h...

Subscriber Episode • February 17, 2026 • Season 4 • Episode 11 • 14:58

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Running Through the Hardest Miles with Carleen Bell

SummaryIn this heartfelt conversation, Melissa Hemming and Carleen Bell discuss their long-standing friendship, Carleen's inspiring journey through cancer, and the role of running in her recovery. Carleen shares her experiences w...

February 16, 2026 • Season 4 • Episode 10 • 36:47

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Life Does Not Pause For Healing

SummaryIn this conversation, Melissa Hemming reflects on her experiences during a tumultuous week that included Valentine's Day, the Super Bowl, and personal challenges. She discusses the importance of therapy, building community...

Subscriber Episode • February 14, 2026 • Season 4 • Episode 10 • 26:32

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Attuned Exercise: Building a Healthier Relationship With Movement with Martha Munroe

SummaryIn this episode of the It's Your F'ing Journey podcast, host Melissa Hemming speaks with Martha Munroe, author of 'Attuned Exercise', about her journey in the fitness industry, the impact of diet culture, and the importanc...

February 09, 2026 • Season 4 • Episode 9 • 49:12

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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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