# chats blog cabin (podcasts) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 1 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover chats blog cabin. Page: Feed: --- ## [More Than a Rhinestone Legacy: Remembering Dolly Parton](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/chatsfromtheblogcabin/episodes/More-Than-a-Rhinestone-Legacy-Remembering-Dolly-Parton-e3nu6tg) _2026-08-27 · MELISSA VERA · Chats from the Blog Cabin_ In this heartfelt episode of Chats from the Blog Cabin , Melissa reflects on the loss of Dolly Parton and a special family trip to Nashville, where seeing one of Dolly’s beautiful dresses at the Country Music Hall of Fame reminded her of her youngest daughter. More than the rhinestones, music, and unmistakable style, Dolly will be remembered for loving people for who they were—not for what they… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/14d2014/podcast/play/124770672/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-7-26%2Fbb585a23-58dc-65b0-ff50-76d0c6e0480d.mp3) ## [Would You Talk to Your Best Friend That Way?| Self-Care Series](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/chatsfromtheblogcabin/episodes/Would-You-Talk-to-Your-Best-Friend-That-Way--Self-Care-Series-e3nsm2u) _2026-08-26 · MELISSA VERA · Chats from the Blog Cabin_ What would happen if you talked to your best friend the way you sometimes talk to yourself? “I’m so stupid.” “I look terrible.” “I can’t do anything right.” “Of course I messed this up.” We’d never dream of speaking to someone we love that way—so why has it become so easy to speak that way to ourselves? In this episode of Chats from the Blog Cabin , we’re continuing the Self-Care Series with… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/14d2014/podcast/play/124720670/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-7-25%2F901beb41-7659-c18d-ad40-08b923b362b5.mp3) ## [You’re Allowed to Outgrow the Person You Used to Be| Self-Care Series](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/chatsfromtheblogcabin/episodes/Youre-Allowed-to-Outgrow-the-Person-You-Used-to-Be-Self-Care-Series-e3nqth8) _2026-08-25 · MELISSA VERA · Chats from the Blog Cabin_ Have you ever heard someone say, “You’ve changed,” like it was a bad thing? In this episode of Chats from the Blog Cabin , we’re continuing the Self-Care Series with “You’re Allowed to Outgrow the Person You Used to Be.” We’re talking about giving yourself permission to change your mind, set new boundaries, let go of old dreams, discover new interests, and stop living according to rules you… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/14d2014/podcast/play/124662760/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-7-24%2Ff44ab388-fc23-56d9-8ffd-490955e3bb69.mp3) ## [Sometimes Self-Care Is Calling Your Friend | Self-Care Series](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/chatsfromtheblogcabin/episodes/Sometimes-Self-Care-Is-Calling-Your-Friend--Self-Care-Series-e3npuck) _2026-08-24 · MELISSA VERA · Chats from the Blog Cabin_ Sometimes self-care means taking time for yourself. But sometimes, the thing you need most is your people. In this episode of Chats from the Blog Cabin , we’re continuing the Self-Care Series with “Sometimes Self-Care Is Calling Your Friend.” We’re talking about the friendships where you don’t have to explain the whole backstory, the people who know something is wrong just by the way you say… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/14d2014/podcast/play/124630868/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-7-23%2Fdad2df57-9f59-0bef-c1e7-17e14e5e662a.mp3) ## [Sometimes You Just Need to Go Outside | Self-Care Series](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/chatsfromtheblogcabin/episodes/Sometimes-You-Just-Need-to-Go-Outside--Self-Care-Series-e3non84) _2026-08-23 · MELISSA VERA · Chats from the Blog Cabin_ Ever have one of those days when everything feels like too much? You’ve been staring at a screen for hours, your mind won’t stop racing, and even the smallest things are getting on your nerves. Sometimes the best thing you can do is simply go outside. In this episode of Chats from the Blog Cabin , we’re continuing the Self-Care Series with “Sometimes You Just Need to Go Outside.” We’re talking… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/14d2014/podcast/play/124590788/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-7-22%2F96c5de9c-3656-83e1-6538-dc0389e45033.mp3) ## [Your Home Doesn’t Have to Perfect to Feel Peaceful | Self-Care Series](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/chatsfromtheblogcabin/episodes/Your-Home-Doesnt-Have-to-Perfect-to-Feel-Peaceful--Self-Care-Series-e3nns4j) _2026-08-22 · MELISSA VERA · Chats from the Blog Cabin_ Does looking around your home ever make you feel like the mess is personally judging you? The laundry on the chair. The dishes in the sink. The pile of mail on the counter. That basket of clean clothes that has basically become part of the furniture. In this episode of Chats from the Blog Cabin , we’re continuing the Self-Care Series with “Your Home Doesn’t Have to Be Perfect to Feel Peaceful.”… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/14d2014/podcast/play/124563027/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-7-21%2F0e2a026e-503e-8fd4-36db-77de1afa2b16.mp3) ## [Take Yourself on a Date | Self-Care Series](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/chatsfromtheblogcabin/episodes/Take-Yourself-on-a-Date--Self-Care-Series-e3nnn0g) _2026-08-21 · MELISSA VERA · Chats from the Blog Cabin_ How many times have you wanted to try a restaurant, visit a bookstore, see a movie, or take a little adventure—but didn’t because you had no one to go with? In this episode of Chats from the Blog Cabin , we’re continuing the Self-Care Series with “Take Yourself on the Date.” We’re talking about the difference between being alone and being lonely, learning to enjoy your own company, and why you… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/14d2014/podcast/play/124557776/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-7-21%2Fdbe30b23-2a66-a27b-ecc8-a9e9e46d03c7.mp3) ## [Stop Saving the Good Stuff: You Are an Occasion Too | Self-Care Series](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/chatsfromtheblogcabin/episodes/Stop-Saving-the-Good-Stuff-You-Are-an-Occasion-Too--Self-Care-Series-e3nm3ui) _2026-08-20 · MELISSA VERA · Chats from the Blog Cabin_ What are you saving for “someday”? The expensive candle you don’t want to burn. The pretty dishes waiting for company. The dress waiting for the perfect occasion. The fancy glass tucked away in the cabinet. Or maybe it’s that beautiful notebook you’re afraid to write in because you don’t want to mess it up. In this episode of Chats from the Blog Cabin , we’re continuing the Self-Care Series with… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/14d2014/podcast/play/124505490/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-7-20%2F0febb2db-e3fa-6572-7163-de43bad74e1a.mp3) ## [Protect Your Peace Without Apologizing for It | Self-Care Series](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/chatsfromtheblogcabin/episodes/Protect-Your-Peace-Without-Apologizing-for-It--Self-Care-Series-e3nj3jj) _2026-08-19 · MELISSA VERA · Chats from the Blog Cabin_ Not every argument needs your response. Not every piece of drama needs your participation. And not everyone deserves unlimited access to your time, energy, and peace. In this episode of Chats from the Blog Cabin , we’re continuing the Self-Care Series with “Protect Your Peace Without Apologizing for It.” We’re talking about stepping away from drama, negativity, endless social media scrolling, and… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/14d2014/podcast/play/124406835/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-7-18%2F875b4cef-7403-b669-379b-907af060b6f6.mp3) ## [You Are More Than What You Get Done | Self-Care Series](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/chatsfromtheblogcabin/episodes/You-Are-More-Than-What-You-Get-Done--Self-Care-Series-e3nhava) _2026-08-18 · MELISSA VERA · Chats from the Blog Cabin_ Do you ever sit down to relax and immediately start thinking about everything you should be doing instead? In this episode of Chats from the Blog Cabin , we’re continuing the Self-Care Series with “You Are More Than What You Get Done.” We’re talking about untangling productivity from self-worth, letting go of the idea that every minute needs to be useful, and remembering that not every hobby needs… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/14d2014/podcast/play/124348842/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-7-17%2Faae1a142-a0ad-545b-725d-17c219c9802d.mp3) ## [Accept your Doppler invite (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/s7AQIVUm44q2) _2026-08-18 · **Sponsored**_ Create your Doppler account using the invite code you received. ## [Sometimes Self-Care Is Doing the Thing You’ve Been Avoiding](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/chatsfromtheblogcabin/episodes/Sometimes-Self-Care-Is-Doing-the-Thing-Youve-Been-Avoiding-e3ndu2b) _2026-08-17 · MELISSA VERA · Chats from the Blog Cabin_ Self-care isn’t always bubble baths, quiet mornings, and doing what feels good. Sometimes, self-care looks like doing the hard thing you’ve been avoiding. In this episode of Chats from the Blog Cabin , we’re continuing the Self-Care Series by talking about the uncomfortable side of taking care of ourselves—making the appointment, opening the bill, cleaning the room, having the difficult… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/14d2014/podcast/play/124237323/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-7-14%2F0f4a00c2-bde7-4b0f-0e75-3808608cdb36.mp3) ## [Your Body Has Been Carrying You This Whole Time | Self-Care Series](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/chatsfromtheblogcabin/episodes/Your-Body-Has-Been-Carrying-You-This-Whole-Time--Self-Care-Series-e3ndt2l) _2026-08-16 · MELISSA VERA · Chats from the Blog Cabin_ How many times have you looked in the mirror and immediately found something to criticize? The wrinkles. The weight. The gray hair. The stomach. The arms. The things that don't look quite like they did ten or twenty years ago. But what if, instead of asking what's wrong with your body, you stopped and thanked it for everything it has carried you through? In this episode of Chats from the Blog… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/14d2014/podcast/play/124236309/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-7-14%2F2907ba18-553d-cd93-3893-b883291a29f9.mp3) ## [You Don’t Have to Fix Every Feeling | Self-Care Series](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/chatsfromtheblogcabin/episodes/You-Dont-Have-to-Fix-Every-Feeling--Self-Care-Series-e3ndt01) _2026-08-15 · MELISSA VERA · Chats from the Blog Cabin_ Some days, you’re just in your feelings . You’re sad, irritated, overwhelmed, lonely, angry, emotional—or maybe you can’t even put your finger on what’s wrong. You just know you feel… off. In this episode of Chats from the Blog Cabin , we’re continuing the Self-Care Series with a conversation about what it looks like to take care of yourself on the days when you’re not okay. Instead of immediately… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/14d2014/podcast/play/124236225/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-7-14%2F03923142-d8e9-f2c4-b8c9-f5d248f78a23.mp3) ## [The Self-Care of Saying No | Self-Care Series](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/chatsfromtheblogcabin/episodes/The-Self-Care-of-Saying-No--Self-Care-Series-e3nc8kr) _2026-08-14 · MELISSA VERA · Chats from the Blog Cabin_ Saying no shouldn’t feel so hard—but for many of us, it does. We worry about disappointing people, being seen as selfish, or letting someone down, so we say yes even when our time, energy, and peace are already stretched thin. In this episode of Chats from the Blog Cabin , we’re continuing the Self-Care Series with a conversation about the self-care of saying no . We’ll talk about boundaries,… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/14d2014/podcast/play/124182619/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-7-13%2F93b66c5a-9152-c68a-4c08-77f5607f3e2b.mp3) ## [Rest Without Earning it | Self-Care Series](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/chatsfromtheblogcabin/episodes/Rest-Without-Earning-it--Self-Care-Series-e3nc8hi) _2026-08-13 · MELISSA VERA · Chats from the Blog Cabin_ Do you ever feel like you have to earn the right to rest ? Maybe you tell yourself you’ll sit down after the laundry is finished, relax once the emails are answered, or take a break when everything on your to-do list is crossed off. But the truth is, there will always be something else that needs doing. In this episode of Chats from the Blog Cabin , we’re continuing the Self-Care Series with “Rest… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/14d2014/podcast/play/124182514/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-7-13%2F752a59bc-d192-9336-aeb1-d735db897de7.mp3) ## [Self-Care Isn’t Selfish—It’s Necessary](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/chatsfromtheblogcabin/episodes/Self-Care-Isnt-SelfishIts-Necessary-e3n9c5p) _2026-08-12 · MELISSA VERA · Chats from the Blog Cabin_ Taking care of yourself doesn’t mean you care any less about the people you love. So why do so many of us feel guilty the moment we put ourselves on the list? In this episode of Chats from the Blog Cabin , we’re kicking off the Self-Care Series with an important reminder: self-care isn’t selfish—it’s necessary. We’re talking about what self-care really looks like beyond bubble baths, spa days, and… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/14d2014/podcast/play/124087929/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-7-11%2Fb5829987-ab72-7ee8-0a59-96c599938d63.mp3) ## [Then God Sent Me a Kitten: Meet Teddy](https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/chatsfromtheblogcabin/episodes/Then-God-Sent-Me-a-Kitten-Meet-Teddy-e3n7tvi) _2026-08-11 · MELISSA VERA · Chats from the Blog Cabin_ Sometimes God answers the ache in your heart in ways you never see coming. In this episode of Chats from the Blog Cabin , I’m introducing you to Teddy—the tiny kitten who seemed to show up at exactly the right time. After spending July talking about gratitude, I found myself unexpectedly emotional, exhausted, and wondering what my purpose looks like in this new season of life. My girls are grown,… [Listen](https://anchor.fm/s/14d2014/podcast/play/124040626/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-7-10%2F429590783-44100-2-fefeb677661b.mp3)