EPISODE 067 | From Pause to Purpose: Reconnecting with the Podcast

Welcome back to the OTs Gone Rogue Podcast!We’re kicking off a brand-new chapter with a heartfelt re-entry after an intentional break behind the scenes. If you’ve been wondering where we’ve been (and what’s been unfolding), this episode brings you right into the story.In this conversation, host Melissa LaPointe (she/her) pulls back the curtain on the last 18 months — a period marked by growth, identity shifts, deeper learning, and an evolution in how she leads and shows up in her work. What began as a simple pause became a transformational chapter that now shapes the direction of the OTGR platform.This episode is grounded, reflective, and deeply personal — and it sets the stage for what’s coming next for OTs Gone Rogue.Here’s a sneak peek at what you can expect in this episode:How Melissa navigated a behind-the-scenes evolution across her roles as practitioner, educator, program designer, and leaderThe story behind her East Coast content retreat — and why it marked a turning point in her identity as a CEOWhat inspired her to apply to the Master of Adult Education program, and how this experience has expanded her thinking and practiceReal-world examples of the programs she’s been building, including physician recruitment work and prenatal programming with Indigenous organizationsWhy she’s been investing deeply in her health, human performance, and inner workWhat brought her back to the podcast — and why storytelling continues to be such an important part of her workThis episode marks a meaningful re-entry point into the OTGR community, offering inspiration and encouragement for anyone navigating their own season of change, expansion, or reinvention.Resources & HighlightsTo learn more about OTs Gone Rogue, explore programs, or stay updated with new episodes, visit: https://www.otsgonerogue.com/💬 Join the ConversationWe’d love to hear your thoughts on this episode! Share your reflections and connect with our community on Instagram: @otsgonerogue📬 Stay ConnectedDon’t miss out on future episodes and updates. Subscribe to the newsletter at: https://www.otsgonerogue.com/Thank you for being part of this community. Here’s to a new season of learning, growth, and meaningful conversations together.— Melissa & the OTGR Podcast Team