In this raw, empowering, and soul-stirring episode, Mel June, founder of Live Anyway and creator of the As I Am movement, opens up about reinvention, resilience, and radical self-worth.
From surviving cancer to navigating divorce and identity loss, Mel shares how she rebuilt her life from the inside out—one breath, one decision, one brave moment at a time. With her signature vulnerability and wisdom, she reminds us that healing isn’t about returning to who we were—it’s about becoming who we really are.
Whether you’re rebuilding your life, reconnecting with yourself, or searching for deeper purpose, this conversation is a powerful mirror and a wake-up call to Live Anyway.
Key Takeaways
00:00 – Two directions of consciousness: inward vs. outward
02:10 – Freedom isn’t a place—it’s an inner state
03:52 – Jealousy is a compass: use it, don’t shame it
06:27 – What “Live Anyway” really means—and how it was born
08:55 – Surviving cancer vs. surviving life after cancer
11:42 – Why we avoid asking what we really want
13:23 – Planning her own funeral unlocked true authenticity
15:44 – Ditching perfection: the magic of wearing just one hat
18:44 – Self-romance: healing through jazz, wine, and presence
21:22 – Her power wasn’t in strength—it was in softness and surrender
26:21 – Finding purpose through voice and vulnerability
35:11 – A real lion, rage in the wild, and the breakthrough it sparked
38:49 – The difference between toxic positivity and true mindset work
46:26 – How to alchemize envy, jealousy, and shame into growth
49:51 – Deep rest, depression, and the slow rebuild of self-worth
55:28 – Solitude as a sacred space for self-discovery and wholeness
58:47 – Reinvention framework: breath, movement, vision, alignment
01:05:53 – Her legacy: worthiness, even in your messiest moments
01:08:00 – The quote that changed her life at 10 years old
01:08:35 – Where to find Mel and join the Live Anyway movement
“I wanted to wear just one hat—mine. No matter where I am, you know who I am.” – Mel June.
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