#15: Melissa Thomson – Facing Loss, Finding Courage, and Creating with Compassion

Ever wondered what it truly takes to transform your life, to turn deeply personal experiences into a powerful force for good?Today, I'm sitting down with Melissa Thomson, a leadership coach, well-being and retreat facilitator, speaker, and the host of The Heart-Led Leader podcast.Melissa shares her journey of building a brand-new Steiner school from the ground up in a small Queensland town, alongside navigating the profound challenge of personal loss.If you've ever felt stuck, or sensed a quiet calling for something more meaningful, this conversation will resonate with you. Melissa shares how grief became a catalyst for change, how she cultivated the courage to leap into the unknown, and how each of us can begin to lead – not just at work, but in our lives – with clarity, compassion, and authenticity.This episode is for anyone ready to move from their head into their heart.