In this episode, I'm sharing a conversation that first aired on Aviella Aloha's
Student of Wealth Radio Hour on KAKU 88.5 FM in Maui, Hawaii.

A note on context: Aviella approaches wealth, purpose, and community through a
Christian faith framework. Her show opens with the Lord's Prayer and she references
scripture throughout. I've recorded an intro for this episode to create a bridge —
because the themes we explored are universal, even if the language isn't always mine.

We talk about:
→ The Clairs — clairvoyance, clairaudience, clairtangence & clairsentience
→ Growing up in a high-control religion and deconstructing the programming
→ Finding Jesus outside the church ("I love me some Jesus — I will never set
foot in a Pentecostal church again")
→ Ancestor communication, Cherokee lineage & breathwork
→ Why your authentic self is the greatest act of service you can offer
→ Practical first steps to open your intuition

For listeners of this show, this episode sits right at the intersection of
where we live — leaving behind the container while honoring the sacred.

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📻 Aviella Aloha — Student of Wealth Hawaii:
https://www.studentofwealthhawaii.com

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In this raw and powerful episode, Melissa peels back the layers of internalized shame—especially the kind instilled by religious systems—and reveals the alchemy of turning it into liberation. She speaks candidly about her own journey with metaphysical gifts, neurodivergence, sexuality, money, and mental health, and how owning what was once hidden becomes a portal to personal power, connection, and healing. Whether you've struggled with speaking your truth or have felt silenced by shame, this conversation is your permission slip to step into the light and be fully seen.

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Emotionally Healthy Spirituality — Expressing Your Truth in Day-to-Day Life

We love a good “love-and-light” meme, but what happens when positivity glosses over the very real feelings bubbling beneath the surface? In this episode of Leaving the Church to Find God, Melissa peels back the shiny spiritual veneer and gets radically honest about the messy, beautiful work of staying emotionally healthy while walking a soul-led path.

In this conversation you’ll discover …

• The hidden cost of spiritual bypassing and why “just think positive” can sabotage genuine growth.
• Three micro-moves Melissa uses daily—pause-and-name, 60-second body check-ins, and compassionate truth-telling—to keep emotions and spirituality in healthy partnership.
• How practicing embodiment, mindfulness, and soul-led living together turns lofty ideals into grounded habits.
• A candid Maui story of saying “no” (with love) and the surprising freedom it unlocked.
• Tips for decolonizing capitalism in your own life by honoring feelings, boundaries, and community care.

Whether you’re untangling religious conditioning, navigating attachment patterns, or simply craving a more authenticrelationship with yourself and Spirit, this episode offers practical tools and a hearty dose of permission to feel it all.

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About Your Host

Melissa Whittington—artist, breathwork mentor, and founder of ALAU (The Alchemy of Authenticity)—helps creatives and change-makers live their truth without exploiting themselves or others. From lush Maui rainforests to global fair-trade adventures, she’s on a mission to prove that abundance and integrity can coexist.

Disclaimer: The ideas in this podcast are for educational inspiration only and are not a substitute for professional medical, psychological, or financial advice. Always consult qualified professionals regarding your unique situation.

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If you would like to be a guest on this podcast or would like to support this work, visit www.leavingthechurchtofindgod.com where you can contact Melissa and or make a donation. Follow along my journey on IG at @authenticallymeli and find more in depth content on YouTube at Diary of an Authentic Life.