Tales from the Sisterhood
Tales from the Sisterhood
Tales from the Sisterhood
Welcome to Tales from the Sisterhood. We're Melanie Williams and JoAnne Schaub, two friends seeking to amplify conversations that matter. Topics include spirituality, natural healing, parenting, homeschooling, mindset and mindfulness, and so much more. We believe that conversations are the antidote to isolation and shame and that it is All Good in the Sisterhood! Thank you for joining us.
Sound Healing with Garth
In this episode, JoAnne interviews her Sound Healer, Garth Robertson on the power of music and sound as a way to support the body's innate healing on physical, mental and emotional levels by tapping into various tones and frequencies from ancient instruments.  Sound healing can include vocal toning, chimes, sansula, Tibetan singing bowls, crystal bowls, gong, chacapa, frame drum, shruti box, harmonica, rattles, singing, chanting, guitar, tuning forks, flute and the didgeridoo. Connect with Garth at http://www.songofthesacred.com/.
Sep 7, 2019
41 min
Active vs. Passive Healing with Dr. Tara Hogan
On this episode of Tales from the Sisterhood, Melanie chats with her dear friend, Dr. Tara Hogan. Dr. Tara is a chiropractor who aids her patients in achieving optimal health. She shares her journey to becoming a holistic healer and how curiosity has played a huge role in shaping her practice. The conversation ranges across many topics including how thoughts (thots), trauma, and toxins affect our healing and wellness.
May 10, 2019
51 min
Getting Curious About Vaccines
In this episode, JoAnne and Melanie interview Samara Ramos-Brown about the risks and benefits of vaccines.
Mar 28, 2019
54 min
The Sisters Talk Love Languages
On this episode of Tales from the Sisterhood, we (Melanie and JoAnne) discuss the 5 Love Languages. We each were introduced to Gary Chapman's concept of the 5 Love Languages in an effort to improve our marriages and have been using this amazing tool for more than a decade. The 5 Love Languages are Quality Time, Acts of Service, Words of Affirmation, Gifts, and Physical Touch.
Mar 6, 2019
45 min
Root to Rise
In this episode of Tales from the Sisterhood, we (JoAnne and Melanie) talk about aspirations we have for the next season of our lives. We use the image of "Root to Rise" to anchor actions that will help us rise to become our BEST SELVES! Topics include self-love, spirituality, homeschooling, marriage, and much more.
Feb 11, 2019
32 min
Anchoring Check In
In this episode of Tales from the Sisterhood, Melanie and JoAnne talk about the results of using an anchor (intention) during the holidays to shape their experiences. 
Jan 15, 2019
41 min
{Article Reading} Self-Love Is An Adventure, Not A Destination
In this episode of Tales From the Sisterhood, Melanie reads an article by Sharon Salzberg titled "Self-love Is An Adventure, Not A Destination". This article is a beautiful discussion of how loving ourselves is a choice we must make in order to show up in life and make the contribution we're here to create.
Dec 17, 2018
17 min
{Tapping Session} Choosing Peace and Joy
In this episode of Tales from the Sisterhood, JoAnne leads you through a 20-minute tapping session focused on creating a sense of Peace and Joy. Tapping is also known as the Emotional Freedom Technique. It involves tapping on meridian (energy) points in your body and repeating positive affirmations in order to shift your mindset and emotions. Enjoy!
Dec 16, 2018
25 min
Anchor and Open
In this episode of Tales from the Sisterhood, we (Melanie and Joanne) talk about creating ANCHORS (or intentions) to establish a focus during experiences that are out of our comfort zones. We talk about creating Anchoring Practices that bring us back to our intentions so that we can be open to full connection.
Dec 16, 2018
26 min
{Article Reading} Seeking Community Here and Now
On this episode, JoAnne reads an article titled "Seeking Community Here and Now" by Omid Safi. The article was originally posted on the On Being website. The article discusses the spiritual nature of community and our neverending need for connection.
Dec 6, 2018
58 min
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