It's Messy But It's So Good

About It's Messy But It's So Good

Welcome to "It's Messy, But It's So Good," the podcast that explores the captivating journeys of individuals following their passions and expanding through life's challenges. In each episode, we uncover raw, unfiltered stories of remarkable individuals who have embraced chaos, navigated obstacles, and emerged transformed in their pursuit of purpose. Join your host, Fran Medina, as we bring you authentic conversations with a diverse array of guests from different walks of life, showcasing how embracing life's messiness can lead to extraordinary growth and fulfillment. Whether seeking inspiration for your journey or enjoying heartfelt stories of perseverance, "It's Messy, But It's So Good" is the podcast for you. Tune in to discovering the human spirit's resilience and the beauty of embracing life's messiness to find the sweetness of inner success. Don't miss an episode, because life may be messy, but it's undeniably fulfilling. Stay tuned!

Publisher

Fran Medina

Category

education

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

18 Sept 2023

Latest episode

25 Mar 2026

Latest episodes

45 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   25 Mar 2026

   Perimenopause, Weight Gain & Nervous System Healing with Wellness Leader Terry Tateossian

   Gift: Subscribe to Fran's newsletter and receive a FREE Toolkit: Calm Your Anxiety Instantly. Welcome to Its Messy, But It's So Good — real stories of growth, courage, purpose, and transformation. Host Fran Medina shares tools and conversations to help you move from stress to self-trust. Each episode helps you calm your mind, find clarity, and create a life that truly feels good. Subscribe for your FREE "Calm Your Anxiety Instantly" Toolkit and start feeling more grounded and confident today. Terry Tateossian is the founder of The House of Rose (THOR), a wellness leader and retreat host who transformed her own midlife health crisis into a mission to help women regulate their nervous systems, reclaim their strength, and thrive in midlife. •    From Crisis to Calling At 37, Terry faced a health scare, panic attacks, and burnout at 210 lbs — a breaking point that sparked a complete life pivot from software executive to wellness leader. •    Perimenopause & Powerlifting After failing diets and frustration, Terry rebuilt her body and nervous system through macro nutrition, resistance training, and eliminating alcohol — discovering strength in midlife. •    The House of Rose Retreats Through immersive 5-day experiences in the Smoky Mountains, Sedona and France THOR focuses on nervous system regulation through movement, nature, nourishment, and connection. Terry's Contact Information: terry@thehouseofrose.com Terry's Office Phone: (908) 938-3915 Linktree: msha.ke/thor.wellness (https://msha.ke/thor.wellness) Terry's Instagram links to Thor retreats and her Podcast How Good Can It Get: how.good.can.it.get If you loved what you heard, take a moment to rate and review the podcast so we can keep bringing you more inspiring conversations. About your Host: Fran Medina HWNC-BC is a Board-Certified Holistic Nurse and Life Coach with over 40 years of nursing experience in the art and science of Health and Healing. Fran is certified facilitator of the Creative Clarity Catalyst Programs and the co-founder of the Conscious Connection, a wellness and healing network in Hudson Valley, NY. Fran holds certifications in various healing and holistic modalities including Coaching, EFT, and Akashic Record Consultations. Contact: Subscribe to my email for your FREE "Calm Your Anxiety Instantly" Toolkit and start feeling more grounded and confident today. Website: www.franmedinacoaching.com Email: fran@franmedinacoaching.com Instagram: @franmedinacoaching Facebook: Francine Medina YouTube: @franmedinacoaching6704 With Love Fran Medina RN, Empowerment Coach

2. 

   26 Feb 2026

   Live Event Painting as Presence and Storytelling with Artist Janet Howard-Fatta

   Gift: Subscribe to Fran's newsletter and receive a FREE Toolkit: Calm Your Anxiety Instantly. Welcome to Its Messy, But It's So Good — real stories of growth, courage, purpose, and transformation. Host Fran Medina shares tools and conversations to help you move from stress to self-trust. Each episode helps you calm your mind, find clarity, and create a life that truly feels good. Subscribe for your FREE "Calm Your Anxiety Instantly" Toolkit and start feeling more grounded and confident today. What happens when you stop forcing a path and start listening to what's quietly calling you? In this episode, artist Janet Howard-Fatta shares how her creative work evolved when she allowed herself to follow curiosity instead of certainty. We talk about creating in real time, trusting your inner nudges, and how presence can turn ordinary moments into something lasting. This conversation is for anyone who's in a season of change, questioning their direction, or wondering if it's okay to let things unfold a little messier than planned. Come listen if you need permission to slow down, reconnect, and remember that sometimes the most meaningful paths aren't the straight ones — they're the ones that feel true. Contact: Instagram: JHoward.studios Facebook: J.Howard studios Website: jhowardstudios.com About your Host: Fran Medina HWNC-BC is a Board-Certified Holistic Nurse and Life Coach with over 40 years of nursing experience in the art and science of Health and Healing. Fran is certified facilitator of the Creative Clarity Catalyst Programs and the co-founder of the Conscious Connection, a wellness and healing network in Hudson Valley, NY. Fran holds certifications in various healing and holistic modalities including Coaching, EFT, and Akashic Record Consultations. Contact: Subscribe to my email for your FREE "Calm Your Anxiety Instantly" Toolkit and start feeling more grounded and confident today. Website: www.franmedinacoaching.com Email: fran@franmedinacoaching.com Instagram: @franmedinacoaching Facebook: Francine Medina YouTube: @franmedinacoaching6704 Remember to Subscribe to the podcast and YouTube for updates on newly released episodes. With Love Fran Medina RN, Empowerment Coach

3. 

   22 Jan 2026

   How Podcasting Helps Women Be Seen and Heard: Authenticity, Visibility, and Soul-Led Entrepreneurship

   Gift: Subscribe to Fran's newsletter and receive a FREE Toolkit: Calm Your Anxiety Instantly. Welcome to Its Messy, But It's So Good — real stories of growth, courage, purpose, and transformation. Host Fran Medina shares tools and conversations to help you move from stress to self-trust. Each episode helps you calm your mind, find clarity, and create a life that truly feels good. Subscribe for your FREE "Calm Your Anxiety Instantly" Toolkit and start feeling more grounded and confident today. My guest is Shannon Warner is a podcast producer and founder of Resonant Collective, where she supports women in motherhood, midlife, and transition to share their voices sustainably. She is the host of Speak, Mother, a podcast exploring motherhood burnout, identity loss, and what it means to reclaim your voice after kids. Her work centers on clarity, nervous system safety, and helping women speak what they've long carried in silence. Tune in to Shannon's new podcast Speak Mother! Podcast: https://speakmother.buzzsprout.com If you have an interest in creating your own podcast reach out to Shannon through Instagram or LinkedIn. Get the support you need and build community. Links: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/resonantcollective/ (https://www.instagram.com/resonantcollective/) LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/podcastwithshannon Podcast: https://speakmother.buzzsprout.com Website: joinresonantcollective.com (currently under construction) About your Host: Fran Medina HWNC-BC is a Board-Certified Holistic Nurse and Life Coach with over 40 years of nursing experience in the art and science of Health and Healing. Fran is certified facilitator of the Creative Clarity Catalyst Programs and the co-founder of the Conscious Connection, a wellness and healing network in Hudson Valley, NY. Fran holds certifications in various healing and holistic modalities including Coaching, EFT, and Akashic Record Consultations. Contact: Subscribe to my email for your FREE "Calm Your Anxiety Instantly" Toolkit and start feeling more grounded and confident today. Website: www.franmedinacoaching.com Email: fran@franmedinacoaching.com Instagram: @franmedinacoaching Facebook: Francine Medina YouTube: @franmedinacoaching6704 Remember to Subscribe to the podcast and YouTube for updates on newly released episodes. With Love Fran Medina RN, Empowerment Coach

Reach and audience

Public platform figures. Ratings count people who left a rating, not total listeners.

Apple Podcasts (US)

4.9 / 5

11 ratings

Spotify

5.0 / 5

7 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 52 / 100

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Quality

75

Social presence

0

YouTube

0

Engagement

71

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