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Welcome to Tales from the Sisterhood. We're Melanie Williams and JoAnne Schaub, two friends seeking to amplify conversations that matter. Topics include spirituality, natural healing, parenting, homeschooling, mindset and mindfulness, and so much more. We believe that conversations are the antidote to isolation and shame and that it is All Good in the Sisterhood! Thank you for joining us.
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In this episode, JoAnne interviews her Sound Healer, Garth Robertson on the power of music and sound as a way to support the body's innate healing on physical, mental and emotional levels by tapping into various tones and frequencies from ancient instruments. Sound healing can include vocal toning, chimes, sansula, Tibetan singing bowls, crystal bo…
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On this episode of Tales from the Sisterhood, Melanie chats with her dear friend, Dr. Tara Hogan. Dr. Tara is a chiropractor who aids her patients in achieving optimal health. She shares her journey to becoming a holistic healer and how curiosity has played a huge role in shaping her practice. The conversation ranges across many topics including ho…
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In this episode, JoAnne and Melanie interview Samara Ramos-Brown about the risks and benefits of vaccines.
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On this episode of Tales from the Sisterhood, we (Melanie and JoAnne) discuss the 5 Love Languages. We each were introduced to Gary Chapman's concept of the 5 Love Languages in an effort to improve our marriages and have been using this amazing tool for more than a decade. The 5 Love Languages are Quality Time, Acts of Service, Words of Affirmation…
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In this episode of Tales from the Sisterhood, we (JoAnne and Melanie) talk about aspirations we have for the next season of our lives. We use the image of "Root to Rise" to anchor actions that will help us rise to become our BEST SELVES! Topics include self-love, spirituality, homeschooling, marriage, and much more.…
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In this episode of Tales from the Sisterhood, Melanie and JoAnne talk about the results of using an anchor (intention) during the holidays to shape their experiences.
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In this episode of Tales From the Sisterhood, Melanie reads an article by Sharon Salzberg titled "Self-love Is An Adventure, Not A Destination". This article is a beautiful discussion of how loving ourselves is a choice we must make in order to show up in life and make the contribution we're here to create.…
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In this episode of Tales from the Sisterhood, JoAnne leads you through a 20-minute tapping session focused on creating a sense of Peace and Joy. Tapping is also known as the Emotional Freedom Technique. It involves tapping on meridian (energy) points in your body and repeating positive affirmations in order to shift your mindset and emotions. Enjoy…
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In this episode of Tales from the Sisterhood, we (Melanie and Joanne) talk about creating ANCHORS (or intentions) to establish a focus during experiences that are out of our comfort zones. We talk about creating Anchoring Practices that bring us back to our intentions so that we can be open to full connection.…
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On this episode, JoAnne reads an article titled "Seeking Community Here and Now" by Omid Safi. The article was originally posted on the On Being website. The article discusses the spiritual nature of community and our neverending need for connection.
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On this episode of Tales From the Sisterhood, we (JoAnne and Melanie) talk about the compasses we use to navigate motherhood. The compass points are Spirituality (North), Relationships (East), Purpose (South), and Health & Wellness (West). These four elements guide us in our daily interactions and choices to make sure we fulfill our priorities for …
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In this episode, Melanie reads an article by Dominique Matti called "Removing the Mask of Motherhood". The article is published at https://medium.com/@DominiqueMatti/removing-the-mask-of-motherhood-154f369d5bdd
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Our Friendship Experiment
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In this episode of Tales from the Sisterhood, Melanie and JoAnne talk about the concept of being the "bouncer of your life." This idea comes from how a bouncer guards the door of businesses to make sure the right kind of people are allowed to enter. We discuss guarding our own energy and time to make sure we're able to stay within our purpose and h…
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In this episode of Tales from the Sisterhood, Melanie and JoAnne play a little Q & A so you can get to know the hosts of this podcast.
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On this episode, Melanie reads an article from Pathways to Family Wellness. The article is titled "The Drugging of Children: A National Disgrace" by Aletha Solter, Ph.D. It discusses ADHD and the Ritalin. It discusses the epedimic of ADHD diagnosis and prescribing of medications similar to cocaine to children as young as 4 years old.…
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In this episode, we (JoAnne and Melanie) discuss the concept of Sisterhood and what it means to each of us.
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A conversation where we share lessons we've recently learned, what we're loving right now, and what's challenging us. Topics include homeschooling, spirituality, wellness, and empowerment. Thanks for listening! 🙏🌎🧘♀️
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