1018 | Climbing Strong Through The Hard Times with Melissa Strong

In this episode, Marsha speaks with Melissa Strong, a rock climber and restaurateur based in Estes Park, Colorado, and El Paso, Texas. She and her husband own Wagon Wheel Co-op, a guiding concession in Hueco Tanks State Park. She is the founder and owner of two acclaimed restaurants in Estes Park, Bird & Jim and The Bird’s Nest. A sponsored climber, Melissa has travelled the world pursuing her passion while inspiring others through speaking engagements, writing, and advocacy for outdoor access.Chapters:06:46 - Melissa's Journey to Climbing Success11:10 - The Personal Puzzle of Climbing14:34 - The Moment of Danger19:25 - The Moment of Impact27:38 - The Journey of Healing and Transformation36:30 - The Journey of Recovery and Writing41:25 - Navigating Challenges: From Restaurant Struggles to Personal Hardships44:25 - The Concept of the Closet of Boxes54:55 - The Journey of GratitudeConnect with Melissa:PR Contact Email: [email protected]: https://www.melissaistrong.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/melissaistrongEmail: [email protected]’s Book – Climbing Through: https://www.melissaistrong.com/Marsha Vanwynsberghe — NLP Storytelling Trainer, OUTSPOKEN NLP Coaching Certification, Author, Speaker, and PodcasterJoin us for Heart-Wired CEO Live 2026: https://www.heart-wiredceo.com/liveOUTSPOKEN Publishing: https://www.outspokenpublishing.comUNBOTHERED Mastermind: https://www.marshavanw.com/unbothered-entrepreneurUnbothered Mind Podcast https://www.marshavanw.com/unbotheredmindpodcastDownload FREE “You Are Supported” Hypnosis and Subliminal Bundle HERE Join the next cohort of OUTSPOKEN NLP Coaching Certification (kick-off in March 2025) HERELearn more about changing the Stories We Tell Ourselves Digital Program HERE. Use Code PODCAST to receive 20% off. Code FASTACTION20Tap the “Follow” button never to miss a show, and if you love the show, please feel free to tag me on social media, share it with a friend, or leave me a rating and review. This helps the show grow!Website: www.marshavanw.comConnect on IG. Click HERESubscribe on YouTube. Click HERE