Plant Ahead
41 episodes - English - Latest episode: almost 3 years ago - ★★★★★ - 15 ratingsMelanie Barrett, is a holistic nutritionist, life, and health coach that is obsessed with helping women to confidently believe + trust in themselves to create positive change in all avenues of life.
When it comes to feeling overwhelmed, being crippled by anxiety, paralyzed by what foods to eat, and how the hell to live a balanced healthy life, she's been through it all and knows that struggle personally. Which is why she has dedicated her life to helping others, just like you, to make this world a better place one mindset shift at a time.
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Top Secrets for Making Radical Shifts in Your Life | PA37
July 20, 2021 12:00 - 24 minutes - 22.8 MBAre you ready to transform your life? If so, Listen up! I’m giving away my top secrets I use with clients every day to make radical shifts. In Today's Episode, we'll be Learning About: GETTING CRYSTAL CLEAR: Helps you obtain the bigger vision you have for yourself and how essential it is to make sustainable change ASK YOURSELF: What do I actually want/ desire? SETTING GOALS: Aim to set realistic goals over unrealistic and knowing the difference is crucial for success. LIMITING BELIEF...
My Top Secrets to Weight Loss, Gaining Energy, and Staying Consistent | PA36
July 13, 2021 12:00 - 23 minutes - 21.3 MBI’ve decided to tell you the exact formula and guidelines I have my clients do to lose weight, gain energy and become more consistent with eating. This 10-day anti-inflammatory detox is next level and will change your life. Listen to this episode and be ready for a healthier lifestyle on your horizon. In Today's Episode, we'll be Learning About: ANTI INFLAMMATORY DIET DETOX: Helps your body detox from a cellular level to lose weight, reduce inflammation, boost energy, and create a bett...
How to Build the Proper System & Strategy to Achieve your Goals | PA35
July 06, 2021 12:00 - 26 minutes - 23.8 MBWant to learn my secrets on how I help clients achieve sustainable life-changing results in all avenues of life? I'm breaking down my system step by step on how to change your life for the better. You don't want to miss this episode as it's the final one in my 6 part series to help you transform your life into everything you desire. IN TODAY'S EPISODE, WE'LL BE LEARNING ABOUT: GETTING CRYSTAL CLEAR: Helps you obtain the bigger vision you have for yourself and how essential it is to make ...
How to Get Consistent in Routines and Habits | PA34
June 29, 2021 12:00 - 28 minutes - 39 MBEver wonder why you have a hard time staying consistent in implementing new routines and structures? There are a lot of variables that come into play when it comes to changing your life for the better. This episode will help give you the clarity needed to create the consistency needed to make positive lifestyle changes in all avenues of life. IN TODAY'S EPISODE, WE'LL BE LEARNING ABOUT: GETTING CRYSTAL CLEAR: Helps you obtain the bigger vision you have for yourself and how essential it is...
How to Kick Stress and Fatigue to the Curb | PA33
June 22, 2021 12:00 - 24 minutes - 34.1 MBWe live in the age of technology and are bombarded with all the things to do 24/7. It can feel impossible to create the balance and harmony needed to reduce stress and not feel like a walking zombie. In this episode, I'm breaking down some simple tools and modalities you can use to help reduce stress and kick your fatigue to the curb asap. IN TODAY'S EPISODE, WE'LL BE LEARNING ABOUT: GETTING CRYSTAL CLEAR: Helps you obtain the bigger vision you have for yourself and how essential it is to ...
How to Get Consistent, Boost Energy, and Lose Weight With Ease | PA32
June 15, 2021 12:00 - 21 minutes - 29 MBHave you ever found yourself rapidly trying to work on a plan to improve your health and wellness and wonder why you're having a hard time getting there? Well, I have you covered; I'm spilling the beans of my simple strategy that I use for my clients to achieve the success they desire with proper nutrition, mindset, and everything in between. (spoiler alert: I'm giving away the exact anti-inflammatory diet I use) In Today's Episode, we'll be Learning About: GETTING CRYSTAL CLEAR: Help...
The Shocking Truth about Progress over Perfection | PA31
June 08, 2021 12:00 - 19 minutes - 27.4 MBHave you ever created goals and find yourself having a hard time figuring out how to get from point a to z. If so, this episode is for you. We’ll be breaking down limiting beliefs and habits that no longer serve you to help propel you in the direction you need to reach your goals. As you start to release what no longer suits you, you can start creating a newly aligned narrative for yourself. In Today's Episode, we'll be Learning About: GETTING CRYSTAL CLEAR: Helps you obtain the bigg...
How to get Crystal Clear with your Goals and Purpose | PA30
June 01, 2021 12:00 - 25 minutes - 23.5 MBHave you ever been super excited to create some new goals and lose the momentum as fast as it started? It's ok; we've all done it! I want to help give you a blueprint to obtain realistic goals in all categories of life to help you reach the success and happiness you've always desired. In Today's Episode, we'll be Learning About: GETTING CRYSTAL CLEAR: Helps you obtain the bigger vision you have for yourself and how essential it is to make sustainable change GETTING STUCK: It's easy to ...
The Secret to Living Your Healthiest and Happiest Life | PA29
May 25, 2021 12:00 - 20 minutes - 18.9 MBDo you feel like you need to take control of all aspects of your life? Trying to control everything can feel like an impossible task to tackle. Letting go of control, we can step into our deepest desire, freedom. Today I'm diving into how easily we can create limiting beliefs that hold us back from living our happiest and healthiest life. I want to help give you your ticket to freedom to live your most authentic life. In Today's Episode, we'll be Learning About: FREEDOM: It's somethin...
How To Stop Dieting Once And For All | PA28
May 18, 2021 12:00 - 30 minutes - 41.8 MBAre you sick and tired of dieting, having a crap relationship with food, and fear looking in the mirror every day? We struggle to love and be at peace with our bodies and our journey that we call life. I want to help you see what the $70 + billion dieting industry has done to us collectively over the years. I want to break down and debunk what's NOT working, and it's NOT your fault, and how to take massive action into the happiest and healthiest version of yourself. In this Episode, You'll...
How Hitting Rock Bottom Saved My Life and How It Can Save Yours Too | PA27
May 11, 2021 12:00 - 23 minutes - 32.4 MBWe all have a story, especially what makes us who we are. I truly believe that we view and see the world from the lens of our experiences. I want to take you guys into a bit of my story and what has led me to the path I walk down today. It's a long, bumpy ride, so put on your seat belt and get ready! I'd also like to introduce a sneak peek into my "strategy and secrets" of how I help clients obtain life-changing transformations, and how you can too! In Today’s Episode we’ll be Learning Abou...
How to Transform your Relationship with... | PA26
May 04, 2021 12:00 - 15 minutes - 21.6 MBWelcome to season 2 of the Plant Ahead podcast! I'm so excited for this season and all of the intentional knowledge you'll be learning. I'm on a mission to help women understand where society has steered us wrong, why we feel so paralyzed, why we're addicted to so many foods, why we can't lose the undesired weight and understand the dynamics to transform your relationship with food. It's not just about the food we eat, but the food we're feeding our brains and microbiome, and how everything ...
I have BIG NEWS coming your way... | PA25
April 13, 2021 12:00 - 20 minutes - 28.4 MBSpring is a time for reflection on our lives and how far we've truly come. I can't believe that I'm 25 episodes into this show. It's been such a pleasure to look back and talk about all the episodes I enjoyed most with you guys. Today's episode marks the end of season 1, and we dive into a season-style show with so much juiciness and intention. JUST FOR YOU! See you guys in a couple of weeks. · REFLECTING: Taking the time and space to step back and allow ourselves to see how far we've...
How To Take Charge Of Your Body And Step Into The Best Version Of Yourself With Devin Grindrod | PA24
March 30, 2021 12:00 - 38 minutes - 53.1 MBBeing a woman living in today's society is met with the demands of constantly pushing ourselves to pure exhaustion at the expense of our sanity. Today I had the honor of having Devin Grindrod on today's episode, and we dive deep into trauma-informed yoga and learning to love and honor being a woman. I loved the conversation Devin and I shared on today's, and I know you will too! In Today’s Episode, we’ll be Learning About: · LOW-LEVEL QUES: Gaining awareness when your body gives yo...
Warning Signs That You’re Burning The Candle From Both Ends | PA23
March 23, 2021 12:00 - 23 minutes - 31.9 MBHow many of us are constantly pushing ourselves way beyond our threshold? I'm talking pushing and going till you feel burnt out, resentful, angry, and frustrated. It's crazy how this style of living has become a new normal for many of us. Today I want o help you see if you're burning the candle from both ends and how to stop this behavior in its tracks. In Today’s Episode we’ll be Learning About: · RUNNING ON FUMES: A Lot of times, we are running on fumes, and it can easily be a su...
Holy Crap! Can You Believe It’s Been a Year? | PA22
March 16, 2021 12:00 - 23 minutes - 32.2 MBHoly crap, my friends, can you fricking believe that we've come upon the year anniversary of pandemic life? When everything started to shut down, and we all felt this sense of uncertainty, we had no idea what the months following would bring. But here we are, a newer, resilient, and more powerful version of ourselves. Today I wanted to share the incredible lessons and takeaways that my clients and I have learned as we navigated through this bizarre time. In Today’s Episode we’ll be Learnin...
The Shocking Truth About The Body's Innate Wisdom To Heal Itself With Dr. Taylor Pagano | PA21
March 09, 2021 12:00 - 49 minutes - 67.9 MBHave you ever wondered what It would be like to work with a Naturopathic doctor? For me, working with one has completely changed my life in the most positive ways. Today, I'm honored to have Dr. Taylor Pagano, ND, on the show. We talk about our's body's innate wisdom to heal itself, getting back to basics, and tapping into our intuition to live our healthiest and happiest lives. You don't want to miss out on this episode! In Today’s Episode we’ll be Learning About: · FINDING TRUTH: As ...
Sometimes the Truth Hurts | PA20
March 02, 2021 12:00 - 27 minutes - 37.7 MBHave you ever felt you were finally ready to share something profound with another person only to get shut down and belittled? This situation happened to me recently when I felt compelled to share "my story" with the world in episode 19 about how I overcame anxiety, depression, addiction, and ADHD. I talked about how my childhood made me super anxious and depressed and how I overcame everything. In this episode, I go into details about what it's like to feel strong enough to share your deepe...
How I Overcame Anxiety, Depression, ADHD and How You Can Too | PA19
February 16, 2021 12:00 - 32 minutes - 30 MBLately, I've been noticing how talks of depression, anxiety, and even ADHD have been coming up. I suffered from all the above and then some more for most of my life. In today's episode, I'm sharing about my dark past and how I stepped out of the darkness and into the light with the right support, tools, and accountability to be the best version of myself that I am today. In Today’s Episode we’ll be Learning About: · ANXIETY: I suffered from anxiety, and how I moved through it and d...
How I Overcame Anxiety, Depression, & ADHD and How You Can Too | PA19
February 16, 2021 12:00 - 32 minutes - 30 MBLately, I've been noticing how talks of depression, anxiety, and even ADHD have been coming up. I suffered from all the above and then some more for most of my life. In today's episode, I'm sharing about my dark past and how I stepped out of the darkness and into the light with the right support, tools, and accountability to be the best version of myself that I am today. In Today’s Episode we’ll be Learning About: · ANXIETY: I suffered from anxiety, and how I moved through it and didn...
How I Overcame Anxiety, Depression, and ADHD | PA19
February 16, 2021 12:00 - 32 minutes - 30 MBLately, I've been noticing how talks of depression, anxiety, and even ADHD have been coming up. I suffered from all the above and then some more for most of my life. In today's episode, I'm sharing about my dark past and how I stepped out of the darkness and into the light with the right support, tools, and accountability to be the best version of myself that I am today. In Today’s Episode we’ll be Learning About: · ANXIETY: I suffered from anxiety, and how I moved through it and didn...
Every Child is Uniquely Different with Robbin McManne | PA18
February 09, 2021 12:00 - 41 minutes - 38 MBBecoming a mother is the most exciting yet scary adventure we'll ever embark on. I know we all wished there was a manual to becoming a parent and how to navigate the process. Unfortunately, this does not exist, but learning to accept our children for who they are is crucial for your relationship with them. Today we deep dive into the hard seasons of motherhood and how to find happiness and balance ( even when your child is having a tantrum) In today's episode, we'll be learning about: ·...
I Was a Diet Junkie | PA17
February 02, 2021 12:00 - 26 minutes - 36.3 MBHow many times have we told ourselves I'll start on Monday or next week. Only to have Monday come, and it's a few hours into the day, and something trips you up, and before you know it, you're 10 pounds heavier. Oh, the vicious cycle of dieting and how it can affect us mentally, physically, and spiritually. Every time we try a new "diet," we take a new rule with us. Before we know it, we're 10 + rules in, and we want to rebel against them. In this episode, I'll be teaching you the secret key...
Let’s Talk About Our Inner Critic | PA16
January 26, 2021 12:00 - 22 minutes - 31.5 MBLet's take a moment to talk about that annoying voice in our heads that's always trying to sabotage the party. You know when you feel like you'd like to leave a relationship (or job) and something inside you keeps you holding on? Or when you want to lose weight but can't stop snacking on foods? Well, this episode is for you! I'll help you work on eliminating that voice inside your head and live the life YOU want. In today's episode, we'll be learning about: · INNER CRITIC + Negative...
Becoming A Mom Cracked Me Wide Open with Rachel Caprice Krylov | PA15
January 19, 2021 12:00 - 56 minutes - 77.5 MBDid it feel like your life completely changed after you had a kid? I sure all hell know mine did. Today I'm talking with an incredible guest and dear friend, Rachel Krylov, as we go DEEP into being cracked open as a mother. We talk about the good, bad, and ugly and how to rise up and get empowered. You don't want to miss the magic, real-life experiences, and advice as we navigate through motherhood. In today's episode, we'll be learning about: · YOU'RE NOT ALONE: Sometimes, the "mot...
Being Transparent: I Was a HOT Mess | PA14
January 12, 2021 12:00 - 27 minutes - 37.7 MBI have to be transparent with everyone, I’ve fallen off the rocker the last month. I have this repetitive pattern that comes up to get me every now and then, and it dragged me down really hard over the holidays. I’ve battled ADHD, anxiety, and depression on and off over the last 30 years. I’m human just like you, and I have good days and bad days. Sometimes my bad days can turn into multiple weeks. It’s about recognizing the behaviors and learning from mistakes and coming out on top in the e...
Natural Ways to Support Your Body with Autumn Schulze | PA13
January 05, 2021 12:00 - 41 minutes - 57.5 MBSuper excited and honored for today’s episode with special guest, Autumn Schulze. Autumn is a Bio-Medical Scientist, Herbal Medicine Practitioner, Holistic Gut, Health Coach, and Food as Medicine expert. She crushes the game when it comes to natural holistic alternatives to medicine. ( Hell, she once helped make and do pharmaceutical trails) Her story is inspiring and you don't want to miss out! In today's episode, we'll be learning about: · DIS-EASE: Figuring out what’s going on in ...
Year End Recap: What Lessons I Learned in 2020 | PA12
December 29, 2020 12:00 - 25 minutes - 35.5 MBWhat a crazy wild ride this year has been. None of us would ever have predicted we’d be living and navigating through a pandemic. Although this year was a shitstorm we learned so many lessons along the way. I’d love to share with y’all a year-end recap of what powerful lessons I’ve learned and how they've helped me become a better person. In today's episode, we'll be learning about: · DUMPSTER FIRE: Although most of us felt like this year was a total dumpster fire. I see it as throwi...
Can't Resist The Sugar? | PA11
December 22, 2020 12:00 - 27 minutes - 37.7 MBFeel like you don’t have the willpower to resist sugar? Guess what, sugar is highly addictive and can rewire your brain into wanting the next “hit” . If you’d like to learn more about sugar and how it affects your body short and long term, and how you can kick the addiction to the curb, this episode is for you! In today's episode, we'll be learning about: · IT’S HIDDEN EVERYWHERE: Over 68% of barcoded food products sold in the US contain added sweeteners with roughly 56 different na...
The Struggle is Real as a Parent
December 15, 2020 12:00 - 24 minutes - 17.3 MBBeing a parent is the most rewarding and hardest job I’ve ever had. Learning and accepting that my kiddo is “different” has been a challenging time. I’d love to share my truth, my struggles, and what it’s like to navigate through the lens of our world together. In today's episode, we'll be learning about: ACCEPTING WHAT IS: Learning, owning, and accepting that your child might be “different” is important to allow yourself to lean into. INTUITION: Listen to your intuition, and if you feel s...
The Struggle is Real as a Parent | PA10
December 15, 2020 12:00 - 24 minutes - 17.3 MBBeing a parent is the most rewarding and hardest job I’ve ever had. Learning and accepting that my kiddo is “different” has been a challenging time. I’d love to share my truth, my struggles, and what it’s like to navigate through the lens of our world together. In today's episode, we'll be learning about: ACCEPTING WHAT IS: Learning, owning, and accepting that your child might be “different” is important to allow yourself to lean into. INTUITION: Listen to your intuition, and if you fe...
Scientifically Proven Ways to Reduce Stress | PA09
December 08, 2020 12:00 - 30 minutes - 41.7 MBFeeling more stressed than ever with the chaos of 2020 and life in general? If so, I’ve got you covered with some simple, fun, and efficient techniques to help reduce your stress levels fast. In today's episode, we'll be learning about: · THE EIGHT PILLARS OF REDUCING STRESS: Balanced meals, Meditation, Water, Exercise, Sleep, Limit Caffeine, Supplements, and Human Connection. · BALANCED MEALS: Eating a healthy diet can reduce the negative effects of stress on your body · MED...
I’m Stressed AF With This Crazy Year | PA09
December 08, 2020 12:00 - 30 minutes - 41.7 MBFeeling more stressed than ever with the chaos of 2020 and life in general? If so, I’ve got you covered with some simple, fun, and efficient techniques to help reduce your stress levels fast. In today's episode, we'll be learning about: · THE EIGHT PILLARS OF REDUCING STRESS: Balanced meals, Meditation, Water, Exercise, Sleep, Limit Caffeine, Supplements, and Human Connection. · BALANCED MEALS: Eating a healthy diet can reduce the negative effects of stress on your body · ...
The Mind Body Connection: A True Holistic Approach w/ Dalia Jean Part: II | PA08
December 01, 2020 12:00 - 36 minutes - 49.8 MBDo you ever get the feeling that the world is closing in on you? Sometimes, life can get so hard that we find ourselves crashing and burning all the time. Taking steps to admit, accept, and take action to get help is one of the best things you can do for yourself. In today's episode, we'll be learning about: · BREAKING DOWN THE STIGMA: It’s ok to not be ok and reach out for help from a therapist, counselor, or practitioner . · WE ALL STRUGGLE AND COPE IN OUR UNIQUE WAYS: Some...
The Mind Body Connection: A True Holistic Approach w/ Dalia Jean Part 1 | PA07
November 24, 2020 12:00 - 43 minutes - 59.2 MBEver wonder what it’s like to live through the lens of a learner? You’ll learn all about it in this juicy episode with our special guest, Dalia Jean. We’ll be uncovering the ins and outs of mindset and its effects on your mental and physical health. There truly is a mind-body connection, and we’ll be diving deep into this fascinating topic together. In today's episode, we'll be learning about: · THE MIND-BODY CONNECTION IS SO REAL: Understanding the many common ties can help you crea...
How to Build Consistency in Your Daily Routines to Thrive | PA06
November 17, 2020 12:00 - 19 minutes - 26.1 MBEver wonder why you have a hard time staying consistent in implementing new routines and structures? There are a lot of variables that come into play when it comes to changing your life for the better. This episode will help give you the clarity needed to create the consistency needed to make positive lifestyle changes in all avenues of life. In today's episode, we'll be learning about: · How it takes your brain 21 days to create a new habit/ routine and 90 days to make a lifestyle chang...
But I Want To Be Skinny | PA05
November 10, 2020 12:00 - 16 minutes - 22.2 MBUnderstanding the difference between skinny vs. healthy mentality can help propel you towards your goals without trying. Letting go of control and enjoying your process/ journey of a new healthy you is the next step towards keeping the weight off and feeling your absolute best! In today's episode, we'll be learning about: · How you can easily get stuck in a vicious loop of a dieting mindset · Are you feeding the disease or preventing the disease? · How to set yourself fr...
Mindset Spectrum Part II - Mindful Vs Mind Full And Why The Heck It Matters | PA04
November 02, 2020 12:00 - 19 minutes - 26.3 MBDid you know there's a massive difference between being mindful and mind full? Today, modern life is so busy with all the things we need to do, keeping up with technology, and how to navigate through the ever-changing world. In today's episode, we'll be learning about: ● Gain awareness around behaviors that may be holding you back from living your best life. ● Understand that having your mind full of all the things can hold you back. ● When your mind is full, you can feel ...
What Is Mindset And How To Recognize Where You Fall On The Mindset “Spectrum” Part I | PA03
November 01, 2020 12:00 - 26 minutes - 36.1 MBAre you interested in exploring your mindset to learn and identify where you fall on the mindset "spectrum". Would you like a deeper insight into behaviors and actions that helped you form where you currently reside? In today's episode, you'll learn: ● What the mindset spectrum is ranging from fixed to growth ● In-depth knowledge about fixed mindset and what behaviors and feelings can lock you into this state ● In-depth knowledge about growth mindset and how particular be...
How To Build Out Nutrient- Dense Meals With Proper Portion Sizes To Reach Your Goals For Health And Wellness | PA02
October 31, 2020 12:00 - 22 minutes - 30.8 MBAre you interested in learning about how to build out nutrient-dense meals with proper portion sizes for your body's unique DNA, your goals, and incorporating meal prepping into the mix that will help take your health to the next level you desire? In today's episode, I'll be going in-depth about: ● Proper portion sizes for weight loss and weight maintenance that's catered to your bodies unique DNA ● What foods you'll need to incorporate into your regimen to build out well balan...
Welcome to Plant Ahead Podcast Aligning You in Your Mindset, Nutrition, and Wellness. | PA01
October 30, 2020 12:00 - 13 minutes - 19 MBHoly Crap, I broke on through to the other side! I faced my fears and finally started the "Plant Ahead" podcast. Are you ready to learn how the proper mindset, nutrition, and wellness can make such a positive impact in all avenues of your life; weight loss, relationships, careers, and so much more! In today's episode, we'll be going over: ● How Plant Ahead came to fruition ● Why I feel mindset is so important to thrive in all avenues of life. ● Why building out the proper...