Raise the Anchor- is a transformative podcast hosted by Melissa Burbridge, where ordinary people share extraordinary stories of life-changing moments. From overcoming health challenges like a life-saving liver transplant to bold decisions like a career pivot or adopting a life-altering diet, each episode dives into the pivotal moments that reshaped lives for the better. Through Melissa's thoughtful interviews and powerful narratives, "Raise the Anchor" inspires listeners to let go of what holds…
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Send us Fan Mail Five years ago, photographer Jay Fisher joined Raise the Anchor to share how an unexpected life change and a spontaneous “yes” to moving across the country transformed his world. Back then, he had just landed in Nova Scotia, building Capture It Photography from the ground up. Today, Jay returns to reflect on what’s happened since that bold leap: from growing his business and…
Send us Fan Mail Sometimes the best thing that can happen… is failing. In this solo episode of Raise the Anchor , I’m diving into the powerful concept of Failing Forward by John Maxwell and how one of my biggest failures (losing a business I poured my heart into) became the catalyst for a stronger comeback. I open up about what it looked like to feel like everything was falling apart, and how that…
Send us Fan Mail Jenna Ross, serial entrepreneur and founder of the Nova Scotian Cookie Company, shares her journey from IT professional to managing three thriving businesses while raising teenagers and maintaining work-life balance. • Nova Scotian Cookie Company began after a human design reading gave Jenna "permission" to be a serial entrepreneur • Lighthouse-shaped shortbread cookies represent…
Send us Fan Mail In nursing and management, I’ve made hundreds of hard calls, often without enough time or perfect answers. In this episode of Raise the Anchor , I’m sharing the decision-making tools I lean on when the stakes are high, and how those same tools supported me through a recent emotional moment in my personal life. Whether you’re in a leadership role or just facing a decision you…
Send us Fan Mail In this powerful follow-up episode, we reconnect with Raise the Anchor guest Jen Vey—an unstoppable force navigating life with brain tumors, dystonia, and the lasting impacts. Jen shares an honest update on her health, the realities of living with chronic illness, and how she’s transforming pain into purpose through her new platform: Temporary Experts . This innovative business is…
Send us Fan Mail For years, Laura Wheeler battled chronic symptoms, only to be told it was “just allergies” or that her labs looked fine. But deep down, she knew something wasn’t right. In this powerful episode of Raise the Anchor , Laura shares how she uncovered the root cause: her gut and took her healing into her own hands. From misdiagnosis to full-body restoration, Laura opens up about the…
Send us Fan Mail Being good at something doesn’t mean it’s meant for you. In this episode of Raise the Anchor , we dive into what to do when your skills don’t align with your passion. We talk about: How to set boundaries Ways to reframe tasks you don’t enjoy Cultivating gratitude without settling Making space for what truly matters Listen now here on buzzsprout or watch the full episode on…
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Raise the Anchor , Jess Clerke shares her incredible transformation—from a digital marketer who relocated to Barbados during the pandemic and felt isolated and unsure, to becoming a confidence coach helping women rediscover their voice. After returning to Canada, Jess tapped into her true superpower: guiding others to stand tall in their confidence. Now, she’s…
Send us Fan Mail In this powerful solo episode, I flip the mic and interview myself, sharing the raw, unfiltered story of leaving my business and going back into nursing, burning out, and finding my way back. Now, as a Nursing Services Manager, I reflect on the crash that changed everything, the rise that followed, and the unshakable support of my family that anchored me along the way. This…
Send us Fan Mail Ever wonder how your favorite Entrepreneur started? Or even better what happened, the exact moment they knew they wanted to leave from a path they knew into the unknown? Tune into here 6 past guests' pivotal moments and let us know do you resonate with any of them? Do any inspire you? Past Guest: Jay Fisher: https://www.instagram.com/captureit.photog/,…