Hey Soul Sista by Melissa Histon

After spending seven days in a coma with a rare and life-threatening form of bacterial meningitis, renowned neurosurgeon Dr Eben Alexander says he experienced a reality beyond this world—one that challenged everything he thought he knew about life, death and consciousness.
Before his near-death experience, Dr Eben was a respected brain surgeon who believed consciousness was created entirely by the brain. But what happened during those seven days would completely transform his understanding of reality and lead him to write the international bestseller Proof of Heaven.
In this profound and thought-provoking conversation, host - Mel Histon - and Dr Eben explore some of humanity's biggest questions:
✨ What happens when we die?
✨ Does consciousness survive beyond the physical body?
✨ Can we reconnect with loved ones after death?
✨ What is a life review?
✨ Why are so many people reporting near-death experiences?
✨ Is there a deeper purpose behind suffering and grief?
✨ What role does love play in the journey of the soul?
Dr Eben also shares the extraordinary story of meeting a woman during his near-death experience who would later be revealed to be his biological sister—someone he had never met in this lifetime.
Whether you're curious, skeptical, grieving someone you love, or simply searching for deeper meaning, this conversation offers a fascinating exploration of life, death and the possibility that we are far more than our physical bodies.
One message sits at the heart of Dr Eben's story:
"You are deeply loved and cherished forever."
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Connect with MEL HISTON:
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Instagram @melissahiston
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Website: heysoulsista.com
Website: gotyourbacksista.com
Connect with DR EBEN ALEXANDER:
Website: https://ebenalexander.com/
For Binaural Beats and Meditations - https://www.sacredacoustics.com/
Dr Eben's books - Proof of Heaven, Living in a Mindful Universe, The Map of Heaven
Instagram @ebenalex3md
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What if healing isn't about becoming someone new, but remembering who you've always been?
In this deeply soulful and thought-provoking conversation, Melissa sits down with psychotherapist, trauma therapist and author Naomi Sirio to explore the connection between healing, spirituality and the journey back to self.
Drawing on more than two decades of therapeutic practice and the insights from her new book Souljourn, Naomi shares why so many of us feel disconnected, how childhood experiences continue to shape our adult lives, and what it really means to do the inner work.
Together they explore attachment styles, trauma, grief, relationships, self-sabotage, journaling, meditation and the parts of ourselves we leave behind along the way. They also dive into the spiritual side of healing, discussing signs from loved ones who have passed, intuition, soul connection and the possibility that there is more to life than what we can see.
This is a conversation about slowing down, listening inwardly, and finding your way home to yourself.
In this episode, we discuss:
• The meaning behind Naomi's book Souljourn
• Why healing is a lifelong journey
• Attachment styles and how they shape our relationships
• Childhood trauma and the impact of emotional attunement
• Why we repeat patterns and self-sabotage
• The power of journaling and self-reflection
• Meditation, somatic healing and reconnecting with the body
• Signs from spirit and connection with loved ones who have passed
• Finding meaning, purpose and connection in everyday life
• The journey back to your authentic self
If you've ever felt lost, disconnected, or curious about the deeper meaning behind your experiences, this episode offers gentle wisdom, hope and practical insights for your own soul journey.
Connect with NAOMI SIRIO:
Instagram @souljourn_with_naomi
Website: https://www.souljourn.com.au
Watch the podcast video on YouTube: @heysoulsista
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Website: heysoulsista.com
Website: gotyourbacksista.com
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Do you ever feel like life has become one long to-do list?
In this episode of Hey Soul Sista, host, Mel Histon, sits down with organisation expert, podcast host and founder of Beautifully Organised, Marissa Roberts, for a heartfelt conversation about simplifying life, creating space for yourself and learning to nurture your own wellbeing.
Together they explore why so many women struggle to switch off, the pressure of trying to do it all, and how small changes can create more calm, ease and joy in everyday life.
Marissa shares practical tips for reducing overwhelm, setting healthy boundaries, saying no without guilt, creating simple self-care rituals and letting go of perfectionism.
The conversation also takes some fun and unexpected turns as Marissa shares her experiences working as an extra in movies and television shows, including a memorable moment involving Ryan Gosling!
In this episode, we discuss:
• Why so many women feel constantly overwhelmed
• The mental load and invisible pressures women carry
• How organisation can create more peace and freedom
• Practical ways to simplify daily life
• Learning to say no without guilt
• People pleasing, boundaries and protecting your energy
• Creating self-care rituals that actually fit into real life
• The benefits of solo travel and making time for yourself
• Letting go of perfectionism
• Finding more joy, calm and balance in everyday life
If you've been craving a softer, simpler way of living, this episode is a beautiful reminder that you don't need to do more—you may simply need to make space for what matters most.
Connect with Marissa Roberts:
Beautifully Organised
The Simpler Business Podcast
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** Hey Soul Sista listeners can have FREE access to Marissa’s course The Busy Mum’s Guide to Making Life Easier:
https://marissaroberts.thrivecart.com/bmgtmle/?coupon=HEYSOULSISTA
** Hey Soul Sista listeners can have FREE access to Marissa’s Business Boundaries toolkit:
https://www.marissaroberts.com/business-boundaries/
Connect with MARISSA ROBERTS:
Instagram @marissarobertsofficial
The Simpler Business Podcast https://www.marissaroberts.com/podcast/

Website: https://www.beautifullyorganised.com/
Watch the podcast video on YouTube: @heysoulsista
Connect with MEL HISTON:
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From foster care and homelessness to becoming a powerful advocate for vulnerable young people — this is an unforgettable conversation about resilience, healing, and turning pain into purpose.
In this deeply moving episode of Hey Soul Sista, host Mel Histon, sits down with physiotherapist, youth advocate, and ultramarathon runner Natalia Hogan to talk about the childhood trauma that shaped her life — including experiences of foster care, homelessness, domestic violence, instability, and growing up without safety or security.
Natalia shares what it was really like navigating childhood in survival mode, couch surfing as a teenager, living in youth accommodation at just 15 years old, and carrying the hidden shame of feeling “different” while trying to appear normal at school.
But this episode is also about hope.
Natalia opens up about the inner work and healing that helped her rebuild her life, the powerful role exercise and endurance played in her recovery, and the extraordinary 175km ultramarathon she completed to raise awareness and funds for youth homelessness services.
Together, Mel and Natalia explore:
Childhood trauma and survival
Foster care and youth homelessness
Healing the inner child
Therapy, resilience, and emotional healing
The connection between trauma and endurance
Learning to feel worthy of love and support
Running 175km for change
Turning adversity into purpose
This is a raw, emotional, and inspiring conversation that shines a light on what so many young people experience behind closed doors — and the incredible strength it can take to rewrite your story.
Connect with Natalia:
Instagram: @natalia.s.hogan
Connect with MEL HISTON:
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Instagram @heysoulsistapodcast
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Website: heysoulsista.com
Website: gotyourbacksista.com
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Why do we keep attracting the same relationships… repeating the same patterns… and choosing what feels familiar, even when it hurts?
In this episode of Hey Soul Sista, I sit down with Amy Nobile Messing to explore the hidden patterns that shape how we love, choose, and connect in modern life.
We go far beyond dating and relationships into the deeper layers of human behaviour—why we repeat the same patterns, how our subconscious and emotional wounds influence who we’re drawn to, and what it really means to create conscious, aligned connection.
Amy shares her powerful insight that “you can only meet someone as deeply as you’ve met yourself” and unpacks what that looks like in real life—from dating apps and modern love confusion, to emotional availability, intuition, and the shift from choosing from wounds to choosing from worth.
We also explore:
Why so many people feel stuck in repeating relationship patterns
The impact of modern dating culture and social media on connection
The difference between chemistry and emotional alignment
How to recognise your own unconscious patterns in love and life
The role of self-awareness, energy, and intuition in relationships
Why inner work changes everything about how we show up in love
This conversation is for anyone who has ever wondered why they keep ending up in the same situations—whether in relationships, friendships, or life choices—and is ready to understand themselves on a deeper level.
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Connect with AMY NOBILE MESSING:
Instagram @love.amy.nyc
Website: loveamy.co
Watch the podcast video on YouTube: @heysoulsista
Connect with MEL HISTON:
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Website: heysoulsista.com
Website: gotyourbacksista.com

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