Meet Melissa Holman

Alright – so today we’ve got the honor of introducing you to Melissa Holman. We think you’ll enjoy our conversation, we’ve shared it below.

Melissa, so good to have you with us today. We’ve always been impressed with folks who have a very clear sense of purpose and so maybe we can jump right in and talk about how you found your purpose?

I found my purpose the hard way—by breaking first. For decades, I numbed myself, stuffing down every emotion, convincing myself that “I was fine.” But I wasn’t. My body knew it before I did, screaming through mysterious symptoms that doctors couldn’t explain. I was an unemotional wreck, running on empty, surviving instead of living.

Then, my healing journey began. Not just the kind where you slap a bandage on and hope for the best—I’m talking about the deep, soul-shaking, tear-filled, raw kind of healing. I had to feel everything I had buried, face the pain I had ignored, and rewrite the way I existed in my own life. And through that process, something incredible happened: I didn’t just heal. I found my peace. My joy. My purpose. My fire.

Now, I wake up excited, living with intention, guiding others to reclaim their own serenity. My purpose found me when I finally allowed myself to feel, and now, I help others do the same.

I decided to heal out loud because I almost died in silence.

Peace isn’t just possible—it’s waiting for you.

Appreciate the insights and wisdom. Before we dig deeper and ask you about the skills that matter and more, maybe you can tell our readers about yourself?

I help women who’ve spent their lives giving to everyone but themselves rediscover peace, joy, and purpose. Through my Peace Restoration Method, I guide you from feeling lost, exhausted, and emotionally drained to a life filled with clarity, calm, and excitement. This isn’t about surface-level self-care or “just think positive” advice—it’s about deep, lasting transformation.

What makes my work so special? We are designed for connection—to ourselves, to others, to our God, and to the world around us. But when we’re stuck in survival mode, that connection gets severed. My approach isn’t just about quieting the noise; it’s about rebuilding that connection so you can finally feel at home in your own life.

My brand—The Lemon Balm Coaching Podcast, the Reignite Your Flame community, and the Peace Restoration Bootcamp—all exist for one reason: to help you reclaim your peace, step into your power, and finally breathe again. You don’t have to stay stuck. Peace is possible, and I’m here to help you find it.

There is so much advice out there about all the different skills and qualities folks need to develop in order to succeed in today’s highly competitive environment and often it can feel overwhelming. So, if we had to break it down to just the three that matter most, which three skills or qualities would you focus on?

Looking back, three things changed everything for me:

✨ Overcoming old beliefs – The ones that told me I had to be everything for everyone, that my worth was tied to how much I could give, that peace was something for other people. Letting go of those stories was like breaking chains I didn’t even realize I was wearing.

✨ Releasing stored emotional and energetic baggage – Years of unprocessed emotions don’t just disappear; they linger in our bodies, in our minds, in our energy. I had to face them, feel them, and finally let them go. That’s when the true healing began.

✨ Rediscovering who I was designed to be—and owning it – For so long, I played the role I thought I should play. But when I stripped away the expectations, I found me. And let me tell you—embracing that person, standing tall in my truth, has been the most powerful transformation of all.

So, if you’re at the beginning of your journey, wondering where to start, take it from the queen herself:

💛 “Figure out who you are and do it on purpose.” – Dolly Parton 💛

Get curious about you. Question the beliefs that keep you small. Let yourself feel, even when it’s uncomfortable. And most importantly, never apologize for becoming the version of you that was always meant to shine. Peace, joy, and purpose aren’t just for some people—they’re for you, too.

Tell us what your ideal client would be like?

The Woman Ready to Reclaim Herself

Who She Is:

She’s a woman who has spent years—decades, even—pouring herself into others. She’s the caregiver, the supporter, the one who always shows up. Whether she’s raised a family, built a career, or held space for everyone around her, she’s given and given… and now she feels empty.

She might be in her 40s, 50s, or beyond, standing at a crossroads where she realizes: I’ve lost myself.

What She Struggles With:
🔹 She feels drained—physically, emotionally, and mentally—like she’s running on fumes.
🔹 She’s overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, or a sense of restlessness she can’t shake.
🔹 She’s lost her sense of identity outside of the roles she’s played for others.
🔹 She battles with guilt when she even thinks about prioritizing herself.
🔹 She’s stuck in survival mode, reacting to life rather than truly living it.

She may have tried self-care routines, mindset work, or quick fixes, but nothing seems to create lasting peace. Deep down, she knows she needs more than surface-level solutions—she needs real, transformative change.

What She Desires:
✨ She craves deep, sustainable inner peace—not just moments of calm, but a life rooted in it.
✨ She wants to wake up excited for her life, not just showing up for others.
✨ She dreams of feeling grounded, balanced, and in control, no matter what’s happening around her.
✨ She longs to reconnect with herself, to rediscover what lights her up and brings her joy.
✨ She’s ready to step into her power, set boundaries with confidence, and create a life that truly feels good.

Why She’s the Perfect Fit for Working With Me:
💛 She’s done with just pushing through—she’s ready to invest in herself and commit to change.
💛 She’s open to holistic approaches that go beyond the usual “self-care Sunday” advice.
💛 She’s seeking a guide, not just a guru—someone who gets her, sees her, and can walk alongside her transformation.
💛 She resonates with my pragmatic, empathetic, and sometimes spicy energy, my authenticity, and the way I blend deep healing with practical, real-life application.
💛 She’s ready to learn, implement, and truly shift the way she moves through life—not just listen and hope for the best.

This woman knows there’s more for her—more peace, more joy, more her. She just needs the right support system to help her reclaim it. And that’s where you come in. ❤️

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