Get ready for a story that will leave you inspired by the strength we all carry within us.
This episode of the Brave Woman podcast is a raw, real conversation with the amazing Melissa Osorio, a #1 Bestselling Author, Mental Health Ambassador, and advocate for psychedelic therapy. Melissa shares her powerful journey—from growing up in Venezuela and losing her father, to navigating memory loss and healing through Ayahuasca in Costa Rica.
We discuss the importance of acceptance in healing, the double standards around drugs, and how resilience and self-love are true acts of bravery. Melissa’s story is nothing short of inspiring, and her work as a champion for mental health and resilience is making waves. Plus, with her travels to 88 countries and impact on global communities, she’s a true force of nature. Trust me, you’ll want to hear this one.
Podcast (audio): Download | Subscribe: iTunes | Android | RSS | Stitcher | Google Play | Spotify | TuneIn| Amazon
“Resilience is a superpower. It’s a superpower that is like a muscle—it has to be built through life experiences.” ~ Melissa Osorio
Takeaways
- Melissa’s childhood in Venezuela was marked by danger and insecurity.
- The murder of her father at 16 was a pivotal trauma in her life.
- Memory loss can be a sign of unresolved trauma.
- Ayahuasca helped Melissa access repressed memories.
- Acceptance is crucial for healing from trauma.
- Resilience is built through life experiences and challenges.
- The double standard of drugs includes prescription medications versus natural substances.
- Psychedelic treatments can facilitate profound healing.
- Self-love is the bravest act in a society that shames us.
- Melissa’s book serves as a mirror for readers to reflect on their own lives.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Melissa’s Journey
06:09 The Impact of Trauma and Memory Loss
12:36 Exploring Ayahuasca and Plant Medicine
20:35 The Double Standard of Drugs
28:20 The Process of Healing and Acceptance
35:23 Resilience as a Superpower
40:13 Embracing Bravery and Self-Love
31:11 The Intersection of Technology and Spirituality
39:30 Radical Responsibility and the Power of Creation
Links from Today’s Show
Subscribe to the Brave Women Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-brave-woman-podcast/id1548724581
Featured Transformation
If you’re ready to release emotional weight, Releasing the Weight: A Journey to Forgiveness and Freedom offers a transformative guide. This circle outline helps you explore and release resentment, guilt, and unresolved pain through grounding meditation, heartfelt sharing, and a symbolic release ritual. Let go and embrace the peace and freedom that forgiveness brings, reclaiming your emotional well-being along the way: https://sistershipcircle.com/product/releasing-the-weight-a-journey-to-forgiveness-and-freedom-ebook/
About Melissa Osorio
Melissa Osorio is a powerful guide whose journey of resilience, healing, and empowerment inspires others to embrace their full potential. Born in Venezuela, her early life was shaped by profound loss, including the death of her brother and the murder of her father. At 17, she moved to the U.S. with $20,000, eventually building a successful career in business, real estate, and healthcare. Despite outward success, Melissa faced emotional struggles and addiction, leading her to explore healing through psychedelics and plant medicine.
Melissa is the author of Hidden Memories: Discover What’s Blocking You from Life and Love, a memoir about overcoming darkness and uncovering hidden truths. She is deeply committed to helping others navigate their own healing journeys with authenticity, self-awareness, and compassion. Through her story, Melissa inspires others to unlock their resilience, live with vibrant zest, and embrace the transformative power of community and connection.
Connect with Melissa Osorio
Website: https://melissa-osorio.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/Melissa_Osorio_Remembers/