Ever felt like you’re waking up in a world that still wants you asleep?
Like you’ve always thought deeper, asked bigger questions… and saw through the illusions faster than most?
Mind Love™ is a top 0.5% podcast with over 500 episodes, and Podcast of the Year winner.
Hosted by Melissa Monte...speaker, story mentor, and self-proclaimed questioner of everything.
This show is for the spiritually curious and mentally sharp.
The ones who crave depth but reject dogma.
Who believe in energy and brain chemistry.
Who want to connect with Source but side-eye religion.
Who want to feel more free in a world that tells them to stay small.
Inside each episode, we explore:
Conversations that blend the sacred, the scientific, and the suppressed
Tools to help you rewire your mind, reclaim your voice, and rewrite your inner narrative
The questions most people are afraid to ask...about healing, identity, and what it means to wake up
New episodes every week.
Because thinking for yourself is a rebellion. And awakening is a discipline.
In this episode, you'll learn: Why validation has nothing to do with agreement and why that distinction saves relationships How to stay connected to people even when their choices make no sense to you How to validate others while holding onto your own truth and boundaries What if every conflict you've ever had was actually your soul trying to teach you something about unconditional love? I know how that sounds. But stick with me here. We throw around the word "validation" like it's some basic re...
Here's what you'll learn in this episode: • The latest neuroscience on how alcohol hijacks your brain's reward system and why willpower alone never works • A four-step method for rewiring cravings and handling social pressure without feeling deprived • How to shift from seeing alcohol-free living as deprivation to embracing it as the ultimate competitive advantage What if the very thing you think is helping you relax is actually stealing your energy, your clarity, and your connection to the peop...
In this episode, you'll learn: How to shift from viewing death as a medical emergency to understanding it as a sacred human experience that can teach us everything about how to live fully The practical wisdom that people at the end of life consistently share about what truly matters and how to apply these insights before it's too late Why developing your own end-of-life plan isn't morbid but actually the most life-affirming thing you can do for yourself and your loved ones What if everything you...
In this episode, you'll learn: The real reason you feel drained even when nothing "bad" is happening - and how to spot the energy thieves hiding in plain sight Why most people stay stuck solving the same small problems instead of the bigger ones that could actually change their lives A simple process for turning past emotional events into fuel instead of letting them drain your battery in the background Are you tired of being tired for no good reason? You know what I'm talking about. You wake up...
In this episode, you'll learn: How to get clear on what you actually want in a partner (beyond surface-level preferences) and why this clarity is the key to attracting the right person The difference between people who date successfully versus those who just date often—and the mindset shifts that make all the difference Why most of us are unconsciously repelling the very people we want to attract, and the simple changes that can transform how others see you Have you ever found yourself dating th...
In this episode, you’ll learn: How to navigate the fear and freedom of questioning your faith Why letting go of hell might be the most spiritually honest thing you do A deeper perspective on forgiveness, ego, and reclaiming your inner divinity Isn’t it kind of messed up that so many of us were traumatized as kids by the idea of eternal hell? We were just trying to be good. Trying to make sense of the world. But instead of being taught how to connect with love, we were taught how to fear God. “Na...
In this episode, you’ll learn: Why “you’re not that good” might be the most freeing thing you’ll hear all year How to stop performing connection and actually feel it What your nervous system, your kids, and your future self really need from you You ever feel like connection shouldn't be this hard? We’re wired for it. Built to bond. Yet somehow, we live in a world where loneliness feels like a personal failure—like if you're not constantly fulfilled by your partner, your kids, your group chat, yo...
In this episode, you’ll learn: The surprising science behind what happens in our brains when we’re truly heard Simple ways to become a better listener—even in triggering or high-stakes moments How space, silence, and presence can transform your most important relationships Have you ever felt the difference between being truly heard... and just being tolerated? Like someone’s nodding while mentally replying to a Slack message. Versus the rare moment when a person locks eyes with you, puts their p...
In this episode, you'll discover: Why humans create meaning in fundamentally similar ways regardless of their cosmic beliefs How suffering can be both brutal reality and catalyst for transformation The unexpected freedom that comes from separating your identity from your beliefs Are we discovering meaning that's already built into reality, or are we just making it up as we go in a universe that couldn't care less? Last week we dove into the wild possibility that our reality might actually be a s...
In this episode, you'll discover: How questioning mainstream narratives can free up massive amounts of mental and emotional energy The concept of "rendering reality as we go" and what it means for how we live our lives Practical ways to reclaim your attention from the constant pulls of outrage and distraction Have you ever wondered if reality is actually... real? What if everything you experience—the chair you're sitting in, the people you interact with, even the thoughts in your head—are all ju...
In this episode, you'll learn: Why women connect past and present experiences while men focus only on what's happening now The brain science behind women's ability to read nonverbal cues (and why this superpower can sometimes bite us in the ass) Real strategies to work WITH your brain differences instead of fighting against them Ever feel like you and your partner are speaking totally different languages? Like you're saying words in plain English but somehow they're not computing on the other si...
In this episode, you'll learn: The shocking physical and emotional changes nearly every woman faces but nobody talks about Real strategies for managing symptoms when your doctor just shrugs How to flip the script and use menopause as your portal to becoming the badass wise woman you were meant to be Ever notice how life comes at you in phases? One minute everyone's getting engaged, the next they're having babies, and just when you think you've got this adult thing figured out, there's a whole ne...
In this episode, you'll learn: How to identify your human design type and what it suggests about your natural decision-making process Practical ways to work with your energy instead of constantly fighting against it How to rewrite limiting stories that come from comparing your path to people with completely different designs Have you ever noticed how we're all expected to work the same way? Focus on one thing. Follow a linear path. Stick with it until you "succeed." I spent years feeling like I ...
Explore how music can transform your emotional state and rewire your brain with practical techniques from Sarah and Mort Sherman. They discuss creating "frequency medicine," strengthening neural pathways, and using entrainment for deeper connections, highlighting music's power to unlock presence and well-being. Discover how conscious listening can reprogram internal rhythms and enhance focus, creativity, and emotional regulation.
In this episode, you’ll learn: Why mainstream science might not be telling the whole story about reality and consciousness How questioning what we’ve been taught can shift the way you see your life and your own potential The subtle ways information is controlled—and how to think for yourself in a world full of noise What if everything you thought was solid, unquestionable truth… wasn’t?** Not in a paranoid way, not in a lose-your-grip-on-reality kind of way, but in a way that cracks open possibi...
In this conversation, you’ll learn: The four biggest barriers that keep people stuck—and how to move past them How to cultivate everyday audacity, even if you don’t think of yourself as a risk-taker The surprising way to reframe fear so it stops running the show Have you ever felt like you’re waiting for permission to live the life you actually want? Like there’s some invisible checklist you have to complete before you’re allowed to take up space, speak up, or go after the things that call to yo...
In this episode, you’ll learn: Why the concept of hell might be more about control than truth How fear-based faith blocks real spiritual growth What it actually means to reclaim your beliefs in a way that serves you What happens when the foundation of your beliefs starts to crack? When the things you were raised to accept without question suddenly don’t make sense? Maybe you've felt it—that moment when your gut tells you something is off, but everything in you resists pulling the thread. Because...
In this episode, you’ll learn: The subtle difference between love and attachment—and why most people get it wrong How to allow your relationships to evolve instead of holding onto old dynamics The key to loving others without losing yourself Have you ever outgrown a version of yourself but felt guilty for it? Like you’re supposed to stay the same person you’ve always been because it makes other people comfortable? Maybe you’re the “fun” friend who’s suddenly craving quiet. Or the overachiever wh...
If fear of judgment has ever stopped you from sharing your story, this episode is for you. For years, I held back parts of my truth—worried about what people would think, convinced I needed to clean it up before I could own it. But here’s the truth: Confidence isn’t something you wait for. It’s something you build. Inside this episode, you’ll learn: ✅ Why confidence isn’t something you’re born with—it’s something you create. ✅ How to stop overthinking and start owning your story—even if you feel...
In this episode, you'll learn: Why you keep falling back into old patterns (and the weird brain science behind breaking free) The real reason most people fail when trying to change themselves How to tell if your personality traits are helping you grow or just keeping you safe and stuck What if everything you believe about your personality is just an elaborate story you've been telling yourself? You know where these stories come from, right? That voice in your head. You know the one. It's got you...
In this episode, you'll learn: · Why creating is a rebellious act and how to own that power · How to ditch the perfectionism that's keeping you stuck · The science behind how creativity rewires your brain and changes your body When was the last time someone told you your dreams were too big? Too impractical? Not serious enough? Maybe it wasn't even someone else. Maybe it was that voice in your head telling you to grow up and get real. Let me be real with you. In my twenties, I was that person. T...
In this episode, you'll learn: · How institutional religions often distort spiritual truths, and how to rediscover their original meaning · The surprising parallels between mystical teachings across different traditions · How to move beyond surface-level interpretations to access deeper spiritual wisdom that can transform your life Have you ever felt like you were getting the dumbed-down version of something profound? Like someone was giving you the children's picture book edition of life's deep...
Big news… Mind Love has a brand-new look! 🎉 I’ve been dreaming about this for a long time, and it’s finally here. In this episode, I’m sharing why I made the change, what’s been bothering my little perfectionist brain about the old design, and why this shift is about so much more than aesthetics. Let’s be real—people lose their shit over change (looking at you, Instagram updates), but I promise, this one just makes sense. We’re stepping into 2025 with fresh energy, and what better way to embrac...
In this episode, you'll learn: · How specific minerals in your body literally act as conductors for your natural superpowers and why modern life might be dampening them · The wild connection between numerology, religious texts, and your personal life mission · The real truth behind wellness industry "rules" and how to figure out what's actually helping vs. hurting you What if this whole thing – everything we're experiencing right now – is actually just a really intricate game? I know that sounds...
In this episode, you'll learn: · Why traditional personality tests might be missing the most important part of who you are · How to identify your natural abilities (and why they're different from skills or interests) · The surprising connection between what you think are your biggest challenges and your unique genius Have you ever wondered if there's an entirely different version of yourself that you never got to meet? Not in some parallel universe, but right here - a version of you with talents...
In this episode, you'll discover: The hidden psychological patterns that are sabotaging your conversations before they even begin How your attachment style is secretly running the show in every interaction (and what to do about it) The counterintuitive science behind why being more vulnerable actually makes you more powerful The average person will have 50,000 conversations in their lifetime. Most of them are completely worthless. Not because people are shallow – but because we're terrified of b...
In this episode, you'll learn: Why those contradictions in religious texts actually make perfect sense (and no, it's not "mysterious ways") How to build your own relationship with the divine without throwing away the good stuff from tradition The mind-bending connection between quantum physics and ancient spiritual wisdom that changes everything What if everything you've been taught about God was shaped by someone else's agenda? I don't mean in some conspiracy theory kind of way, but in the most...
We will learn: The surprising difference between healthy high standards and destructive perfectionism How to recognize when your good intentions have become rigid rules that no longer serve you Why true connection comes from sharing our messy parts, not our perfect performance Have you ever caught yourself putting something off because you're waiting for the perfect moment, the perfect idea, or the perfect version of yourself to emerge? Maybe you don't consider yourself a perfectionist because y...
We will learn: · Why your childhood experiences might be secretly driving your adult decisions (and how to change that) · The surprising reason why you and someone else can experience the exact same event completely differently · How understanding your core motivations can free you from repeating the same patterns over and over Imagine you're trying to untangle a complex knot. You could just pull at random strings, hoping to make progress. Or you could study the pattern of the knot first, unders...
We will learn: How to recognize which of your ideas are worth pursuing and when timing is right The practical first steps to move from idea to action, even if you're starting from zero Why "failing" might be exactly what you need to succeed, and how to use setbacks as stepping stones What if the biggest thing holding you back isn't what you think it is? What if it's not your lack of experience, or connections, or even money – but the simple act of not starting? This episode is a little bit diffe...
