Let’s Play Pretend: Compassion Fatigue
Helping others through trauma takes an unseen toll. Melissa explores the difference between burnout and compassion fatigue, why even healers need healing, and how restoring authenticity and balance makes space for renewal.
Let’s Play Pretend: Becoming Crispy
Burnout doesn’t happen overnight—it builds quietly while we keep pretending we’re fine. Melissa shares what it means to feel “crispy,” how imposter syndrome fuels exhaustion, and practical steps for setting boundaries before burnout takes hold.
Let’s Play Pretend: Imposter Syndrome
Even the most accomplished people wrestle with imposter syndrome. In this reflection, Melissa explores how feeling like a fraud doesn’t mean you’re failing—it means you’re human. Learn how to quiet the inner critic and embrace your worth, even when self-doubt shows up uninvited.
Why I’m Choosing Authenticity Over Perfection (and Inviting You to Join Me)
In a world obsessed with polished perfection, Melissa opens up about choosing a different path — one rooted in authenticity, humor, and humanness. This post explores what it means to drop the cape, embrace imperfection, and connect with others through shared struggles rather than highlight reels.