Welcome to Scar Tissue the podcast. Here we understand the power that lies within our pain. We have real, raw, and relatable conversations on so many topics of life that will show you that there is not 1 way to live that the word 'should' doesn't exist and doesn't serve us. I will show you that you are meant to live and create your most authentic self and that you are worthy of everything but entitled to nothing. From business, to health, to relationships, to grief - we're going to uncover it…
In this deeply honest conversation, Melissa sits down with entrepreneur, CPA, and author Mel Abraham to talk about the connection between grief, wealth, purpose, resilience, and the moments that actually define a meaningful life. What starts as a conversation about money quickly becomes something much deeper. Mel shares the life-changing moments that completely reshaped his perspective—from…
In this episode, we explore: • Why most conflict is really unspoken expectations colliding • How isolation is impacting men’s mental health and relationships • The difference between confrontation and healthy communication • Why avoiding hard conversations creates long-term resentment • How to create safe environments for honest dialogue • The role of overcommunication vs undercommunication in…
In this episode, we explore: • What it really means to be 100% responsible for your 50% in relationships • Why your relationship with yourself sets the tone for every other relationship • The concept of a heartprint and how it shapes your purpose and direction • How to access your inner wisdom (wise woman / good man) in everyday life • The difference between reacting from your human self and…
In this honest, no-fluff conversation, Tracy and I dive into trauma, self-awareness, and what it really takes to transform. We explore how the traits that once protected you can quietly become armor, and how to shift them into something that actually serves your growth. Tracy shares how her past shaped her ability to read people, and how she turned that from survival into purpose. We also get real…
In this short but powerful episode, I explore why toxic positivity has become so common in our culture and why it often prevents real healing. Many of us were raised in environments where sadness, anger, grief, or overwhelm were quickly shut down with phrases meant to “fix” the moment. Over time, this conditioning teaches us to suppress emotions rather than understand them. But emotions that are…
In this honest and strategic conversation, Nick and I pull back the curtain on what’s really happening behind most online businesses. We talk about why marketing is not just social media, why operations matter more than you think, and how entrepreneurs unintentionally light money on fire by skipping foundational steps. Nick shares what he’s learned from 15+ years behind the scenes of major brands,…
In this deeply honest conversation, we explore what truly creates or destroys intimacy. I share pieces of my own journey re-entering relationships after years alone, and Melissa brings the research, the neuroscience, and the lived experience of going on over 125 first dates before meeting her husband. We talk about why most relationships don’t end because of one catastrophic event, but because of…
Wounds Without Toxic Positivity In this episode of The More Live Podcast, I sit down with my dear friend to talk about my book Scar Tissue: How to Find Relief from the Pain of Your Emotional Wounds Without Toxic Positivity and the deeper truths about grief, healing, and personal power. We explore grief beyond death, why toxic positivity can actually delay healing, and how language, responsibility,…
In this raw and honest conversation, I’m breaking down what it really takes to grow and succeed in business today. The conversation includes essential insights on branding, consistency, and how to manage your emotional landscape as a leader. Whether you're grappling with how to scale, building a personal brand, or wondering how to show up authentically, this episode is packed with actionable…
This conversation takes you behind the curtain of Scar Tissue, the creative process, the vulnerability, the strategy, and the soul work. We break down what makes a launch successful, why your “triggers are your teachers,” and how to stop taking everything so personally (especially in business). From ghosting to growth, this is an honest look at what it means to build, lead, and love in real time.…
