Mystics & Broomsticks Podcast

The Final Episode: Mystics + Broomsticks Says Goodbye

✨ In this final episode under the Mystics & Broomsticks name, we’re reflecting on our favorite moments, the surprising lessons, and the growth we’ve experienced through this season. Melanie shares what it’s been like learning to trust her inner guidance (especially when outside feedback doesn’t resonate), while Tanya opens up about navigating patience—and the discomfort of letting people be mad. 😅

 

We’re also sharing what’s next: the return of The Spiritual Boss Podcast! A fresh chapter that brings us back to our roots of spirituality in business, life, and love. We’re so excited for what’s coming, and we’re so grateful you’ve been on this ride with us. 💫

Tom Barker: Man, Myth, Queen

If you're local to the foothills, chances are you've heard the name Tom Barker. No? How about Birthday Girl? 

Tom is a local performer, drag queen, former radio personality and generally just a killer vibe that makes impressions and friends where ever he goes. 

We had the chance to talk about what 30 is feeling like for him, how we are growing and changing, and the ups and downs that come with being such a vivacious personality. 

The Power of Duality: When Two Truths Exist at Once

Life is rarely black and white—and sometimes, two seemingly opposite things can be true at the same time. In this episode, Tanya and I explore the concept of duality: how it shows up in our inner worlds, how it often clashes with societal expectations, and why learning to live in the “both/and” is one of the most powerful things we can do. This conversation is an invitation to honor the complexity of being human and to give yourself permission to hold contradictions with grace.

Finding Your Way: Balancing Purpose and Prosperity

In this episode, I open up about my early days as a Reiki practitioner and the lessons that helped me create a sustainable, heart-centered business. Tanya and I dive into the importance of finding real support, learning how to balance your schedule with your financial needs and desires, and navigating the growing pains of building something that truly feels aligned. Whether you’re just starting out or are feeling stuck, this conversation offers grounded insights for creating success on your timeline. 

Monster Brain: How Tech Hijacks Your Mornings

In this episode, I get real about something I think a lot of us are dealing with—what I call Monster Brain. You know, that foggy, frazzled, scattered energy that creeps in when you reach for your phone before you've even had a glass of water. I talk about how tech—especially social media—can hijack our mornings, mess with our mood, and steal our time before we even know what hit us.

I share some personal experiences, some hard truths, and some gentle reminders about why how we start our day matters. If you’ve ever felt off, grumpy, or overwhelmed before 10am, this one’s for you.

Let’s talk about reclaiming our mornings and kicking the Monster Brain to the curb—one intentional day at a time.

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Beyond The Zen: Realities of Owning a Yoga Studio

Owning a yoga studio sounds like a dream—but is it really?

In this episode, I sit down with Jerusha, my first mentor and a former yoga studio owner, to talk about the highs, lows, and unexpected lessons of running a studio. From awkward student encounters to the surprising challenges no one warns you about, Jerusha shares the raw reality of turning a passion into a business—and how that dream can take a toll on your life.

Whether you’re a yoga teacher, studio owner, or just curious about what happens behind the scenes, this episode is full of insights, honesty, and a few surprises. 

Courage To Heal: Roxane's Journey to Heart of Healing

Healing isn’t a straight path—it’s messy, raw, and deeply personal. In this episode, I sit down with Roxane from Heart of Healing, a wellness center offering LSV beds, cold and hot therapy, and a space for transformation.

Roxane shares her courageous journey through sobriety, how she built a business rooted in healing, and what it means to hold space for others while still navigating her own growth. This conversation between Roxane and Mel is a testament to resilience, the power of healing work, and the beauty of finding purpose through pain.

Heart of Healing website: https://heartofhealing.ca/

"Victim" or Persecutor?

Have you ever noticed there’s a particular kind of person who always seems to be stuck in some downward spiral of problems? 

And then we roll in with our rescuer hat and saviour complex to finally be that person that proves to them the world is a lovely and wonderful place… Only to have it play out but somehow we wind up accused of being the bad guy despite all efforts to the contrary.

Mel and Tanya use this episode to discuss those who are so committed to the victim role, they will turn the world upside down to keep proving to themselves they’re a victim. Ironically, become a perpetrator in the process.

Merging the Selves

Most of us will go through periods or 'eras' of ourselves (anyone else got some sweet pics from that emo era??) 

As we expand and shift and grow - sometimes it's a matter of walking away from the past self... but oftentimes, I think we're meant to find a way to integrate the aspects of that version of ourselves - and fold it into the new era.

A Mother's Loss

Content warning: pregnancy loss. Early and late term.

Slowly, there is more dialogue being shared around pregnancy loss and the grief that follows. It's important to me to be a part of that movement, and normalize not only that loss occurs, but that there is a whole grief process to unwind around it.