This conversation wrecked me in the best way. In this episode, I sit down with Melissa Methven, a mother, author, breathwork facilitator, and widow who lost her husband to suicide. Melissa shares the raw truth behind her picture-perfect life and how grief shattered and ultimately awakened her. We talk about finding purpose after loss, raising children through trauma, and the painful yet beautiful path of healing. Her courage to speak what most people hide is something I’ll never forget. If you've ever felt broken or silenced by grief, this is the episode your heart needs.

Watch the full episode on YouTube here or head to https://www.youtube.com/@RealHeidiPowell

Resources mentioned in this episode:

Melissa’s book: The Truth Behind the Smiles: https://amzn.to/4j07QFF

Melissa’s podcast: Not Alone with Melissa Sue Methven

TV segment about Melissa’s story: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7MZIqKP1U4o

Here are the key moments from the episode:

0:41 Meeting Melissa and Watching Her Rise

6:05 Her Husband’s Death by Suicide

9:17 The Day Everything Changed

13:12 The Hidden Pain Behind a “Perfect” Life

15:04 Suppressing Her Voice and the Toll on Her Health

20:02 Telling the Kids Their Dad Was Gone

26:00 Leaving Alaska to Start Fresh

33:12 Calling Her Pain a Gift

39:03 The Weight of Regret and Guilt

45:02 Why Telling the Truth Matters

54:15 Giving Her Kids Tools She Never Had

1:02:13 Living a Life of Purpose

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Connect with Melissa Methven:

Website: https://www.melissagratitude.life/

Instagram: @melissa_gratitude

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tremblaymel

Tiktok: @melissa_gratitude

About Melissa Methven:


Mélissa-Sue Methven was born in Quebec City and raised in Vancouver, BC. In her early 20s, she became a flight attendant, flying globally on commercial and private jets, including trips with celebrities and a U.S. president. In 2006, she moved to Wasilla, Alaska, to be with her husband, Scott, and later became a dental hygienist. After Scott’s passing in 2022, Mélissa, now a widowed mother of two, has devoted her life to helping others navigate grief, reclaim their voice, and live with purpose. Her work is rooted in healing, truth-telling, and empowering others to rise from their deepest pain.

When I first opened up about my experience with ketamine-assisted therapy, I wasn’t sure how it would be received, but the response was overwhelming. So many of you reached out, curious, hopeful, and ready to heal. In this episode, I sit down with my dear friend, Molly Thankful, founder of Arizona Wellness and an integrative health practitioner who has changed my life. We talk about trauma, healing, neuroplasticity, and the sacred power of ketamine therapy when done safely and intentionally. This is personal. It’s raw. And if you’ve been silently struggling, I hope this gives you a new way forward.

Curious about ketamine-assisted therapy? I’m hosting a private women’s retreat with Molly and her medical team in Arizona, June 26-29—a safe space to reconnect, release, and rewire. If this episode stirred something in you, this might be your moment. For more info, CLICK HERE or visit https://rewireexperience.com/.

Watch the full episode on YouTube here or head to https://www.youtube.com/@RealHeidiPowell

Book talked about on this episode: Soundtracks (Jon Acuff) https://amzn.to/47WV2KU

Here are the key moments from the episode:

2:47 Introducing Molly Thankful & Arizona Wellness

6:42 Why This is More Than Just Ketamine

10:35 How Ketamine Creates Neuroplasticity

15:15 Six-Session Ketamine Protocol

22:34 Awareness and Rewiring Old Patterns

26:10 Control as a Trauma Response

32:04 What a Session Physically Looks Like

39:06 Pattern Mapping Before a Session

45:22 Cancer and Emotional Release

49:49 A Deep Dive Into Healing

54:03 You’re Not Alone

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Website: https://heidipowell.net/

Email: podcast@heidipowell.net

Instagram: @realheidipowell

Facebook: Heidi Powell

YouTube: @RealHeidiPowell

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Connect with Molly Thankful:

Website: https://az-wellness.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/molly.thankful/about

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/arizonawellnesscenter

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mollynelson/

About Molly Thankful:


Molly Thankful is an Integrative Health Practitioner and founder of Arizona Wellness, specializing in trauma-informed healing through ketamine-assisted therapy, functional medicine, and somatic practices. With over a decade of experience, she helps clients address the root causes of anxiety, depression, hormone imbalance, and chronic stress. Trained in gut health, detoxification, and nervous system regulation, Molly blends science-backed methods with deep emotional care. Her own journey through PCOS, pregnancy loss, and burnout fuels her passion for creating safe, sacred spaces where clients can reconnect with their bodies, rewire limiting patterns, and experience lasting transformation, physically, emotionally, and spiritually.

In this special episode of Heidi’s Lane, I’m doing something a little different. I handed over the mic and hundreds of your most heartfelt questions to my dear friend Tyler Hall, host of the Rollercoaster Podcast. Tyler is one of the best interviewers I know, and in this raw, unscripted conversation, we dive deep into topics that matter: faith, family, divorce, healing, and raising kids through it all. This episode means a lot to me. It’s honest, it’s personal, and it’s just the beginning of a new direction we’re taking together. I’m so glad you’re here for it.

Here are the key moments from the episode:

0:00 Why This Episode Is Different

2:45 The Most Asked Topic: Family

7:47 Redefining Her Relationship with God

11:03 Letting Her Kids Choose Faith

16:46 Choosing the Good in Religion

20:19 A Mother’s Honest Reflection on Each Child

28:26 When Do You Know It’s Time to Leave?

35:09 If One Person Won’t Try, It Won’t Work

40:17 Becoming a Better Partner Through It All

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Website: https://heidipowell.net/

Email: podcast@heidipowell.net

Instagram: @realheidipowell

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YouTube: @HeidiPowellNet

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I couldn’t wait to bring back Erin Claire Jones, an incredible human design expert and guide, for a second conversation that’s even deeper than the first. Erin walks us through the five human design types, how they shape the way we live, work, and love, and why understanding our blueprint can unlock a life that actually fits. As a Generator myself, I share how her insights landed so profoundly with me, like coming home to who I’ve always been. If you’ve ever felt out of alignment or unsure of your path, this episode might just shift everything.

Let me know what resonates, and if you want to look up your own Human Design chart, Erin has all the resources for you. Let’s dive in!

To look up your human design and get a personalized guide all about you, CLICK HERE or visit humandesignblueprint.com (use the code HEIDI for a discount).

To preorder Erin’s new book, go to https://humandesignblueprint.com/preorder-book/.

Watch the full episode on YouTube here or head to https://www.youtube.com/@RealHeidiPowell.

Here are the key moments from the episode:

0:00 Welcome Back, Erin Claire Jones

6:47 Learning to Trust Your Gut

9:38 Human Design Can Evolve with You

14:22 Don’t Self-Type Without a Chart

18:53 Real Change Requires Openness

22:13 Discernment Over Impulse

26:53 Erin’s New Book for Real-Life Application

30:19 Manifestors Need Freedom

34:46 The Reflector Type: The Rare Mirror

39:21 Feeling Overwhelmed by Human Design? Start Here

42:42 Embrace the Differences

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Connect with Erin Claire Jones:

IG: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/erinclairejones⁠

IG: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/humandesignblueprint⁠

About Erin Claire Jones:


Erin Claire Jones is a leading expert in Human Design who has spent the past decade helping hundreds of thousands of people align with their most authentic selves through coaching, digital tools, and accessible content. Her work, featured in Forbes, Vogue, The Sunday Times, and more, offers a practical path to self-understanding using Human Design, a powerful blend of ancient wisdom and modern science. By applying these insights in her own life, Erin is redefining success, leadership, and personal fulfillment in a way that’s deeply human and profoundly impactful.

Hyperbaric oxygen therapy changed my life, and I don’t say that lightly. After struggling through a tough year with my health and my family’s, I was led (literally by what felt like divine intervention) to Aimee Allenback, founder of Next Level Oxygen. Aimee not only gifted us with a hyperbaric chamber, but also with her friendship, wisdom, and compassion. In this episode, we dive deep into how HBOT works, what it actually feels like, and the fears I had to overcome to use it. If you’re curious, skeptical, or scared, this one’s for you. Aimee is the real deal.

Watch the full episode on YouTube here or head to https://www.youtube.com/@RealHeidiPowell

To learn more + get Aimee's FREE Hyperbarics Made Simple guide (which includes an opportunity for a personalized ViTAL5 Method™ wellness plan!)​​, CLICK HERE, or visit https://www.nextlevelgal.com/hyperbaricsmadesimple

To read the latest research mentioned in the podcast about mild pressure, ambient air hyperbaric chambers showing stem cell mobilization, CLICK HERE.

Here are the key moments from the episode:

1:08 What Is Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy?

5:56 Meet Aimee Allenback

11:43 Overcoming Claustrophobia & Fear

20:14 Understanding the Science

25:20 Why Oxygen Is the Key

31:03 Healing Stories & Neurological Gains

39:43 Addressing the Tragic Incident

46:53 How Athletes Use HBOT

51:48 What Does It Feel Like?

56:52 How Many Sessions You Need

1:06:07 Aimee’s Personal Healing Story

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Email: podcast@heidipowell.net

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Connect with Aimee Allenback:


Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nextleveloxygen/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nextleveloxygen

Website: https://nextleveloxygen.com/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aimeeallenback/

About Aimee Allenback:


Aimee Allenback is the owner of Next Level Oxygen Hyperbarics, a certified International Hyperbaric Technician (IHT) and Safety Director through the International Board of Undersea Medicine. She was introduced to HBOT in 2005 during her work with the National Autism Association, and her personal healing journey began in 2015 while recovering from colon surgery. In 2021, she became a devoted user of HBOT and other regenerative therapies, PEMF, red light, sauna, and hydrogen water, forming what she calls the Vital5Method™. A former product specialist and medspa owner, Aimee now helps individuals and clinics integrate wellness modalities and also volunteers for the International Hyperbarics Association.

I have been intrigued by Human Design for so long, but I wanted my first real reading to happen live, right here on the podcast. So today, I have the incredible Erin Claire Jones joining me, a renowned Human Design expert whose work has been featured in Forbes, MindBodyGreen, Well+Good, and more. Erin has helped thousands of people step into their truest selves, and now, it’s my turn.

She reads my chart, and let’s just say I felt SEEN. We talk about how I make decisions, why I struggle with saying no, and why my energy thrives when I’m fully aligned (but completely crashes when I’m not). We even touch on parenting, relationships and how Human Design can help us navigate the crossroads of life with more clarity and confidence.

If you’ve ever felt lost, stuck, or just curious about what makes you you, this episode is going to blow your mind.

Let me know what resonates, and if you want to look up your own Human Design chart, Erin has all the resources for you. Let’s dive in!

To look up your human design and get a personalized guide all about you, CLICK HERE or visit humandesignblueprint.com (use the code HEIDI for a discount)

To preorder Erin’s new book, go to https://humandesignblueprint.com/preorder-book/.

Watch the full episode on YouTube here or head to https://www.youtube.com/@RealHeidiPowell

Here are the key moments from the episode:

1:18 What is Human Design?

5:50 Erin’s Journey into Human Design

7:37 How Does Human Design Work?

17:42 My Human Design Type: Generator

26:11 My Decision-Making Process

32:52 Sensitivity to Environment & Identity

41:09 Parenting & Human Design

47:02 The Challenge of People’s Projections

49:55 My Gift of Ambition & Avoiding Burnout

55:23 Message for Those Curious About Human Design

Connect with Erin Claire Jones:

IG: https://www.instagram.com/erinclairejones

IG: https://www.instagram.com/humandesignblueprint

Connect with Heidi:

Website: https://heidipowell.net/

Email: podcast@heidipowell.net

Instagram: @realheidipowell

Facebook: Heidi Powell
YouTube: @RealHeidiPowell

Train with Heidi on her Show Up App: https://www.showupfit.app/