An Unfiltered Life

⚠️ CONTENT WARNING This episode includes emotional discussion of marital distress, spiritual/church-related harm, body shame, and divorce . Not recommended for kids or for anyone currently feeling very raw around these topics without support. This isn’t a cute, tidy episode. Melissa hits record while she’s still pissed off after getting a message from yet another friend in a painful marriage. She...

In this raw, story-time episode, Melissa shares her real-life journey from being told she’d likely never have kids… to co-sleeping, navigating six C-sections, and raising a house full of humans. She talks about early motherhood regrets, fighting (and not fighting) for what she wanted, discovering the truth about her copper IUD, and the judgment that can come from both doctors and crunchy mom circl...

This week is cozy + candid: kids’ schedules, a birthday nose piercing debate, and a weekend running free AO scans at the Pueblo Holistic Fair. We talk ecstatic dance, why “weird” usually means “I don’t get it yet,” and how pushing past comfort grows us (no skydiving required). I’m planning a listener Q&A - ask me anything: motherhood, business, frequencies, faith, creativity. Email hello@melis...

Parenting curveballs, mastermind highs/lows, a brave shift toward unfiltered truth - and the tiny choices that change everything. This week is raw and real. I share a vulnerable parenting moment after a call from my son’s school, how we’re navigating language, kindness, and accountability at home, and why I’m grateful the right adult was there to guide him. Then I take you inside our Reno trip, wh...

Join Melissa and Kevin on their unfiltered road trip from Colorado to Reno - complete with hot springs, fossils, rock shops, ancient petroglyphs, and a few hilarious detours. In this storytelling-style episode of An Unfiltered Life , Melissa shares her reflections on freedom, creativity, and finding calm in the chaos. From sneaking bikes into hotel rooms and discovering roadside fossils to explori...

In this conversation, Melissa Lahti shares her extensive experience traveling with a large family, offering practical tips and insights on how to manage logistics, keep everyone engaged, and ensure a smooth travel experience. She emphasizes the importance of planning, flexibility, and the educational value of travel for children. Takeaways Traveling with a large family requires careful planning an...

In this heartfelt life update, Melissa opens up about the emotional wave that followed her San Diego wedding - the joy, the exhaustion, and the deep healing that’s come in its wake. She talks about forgiving herself for the seasons when she let unhealthy energy into her life, how emotions resurface when the noise quiets, and where her focus is shifting now - into the Her Story. Her Journey podcast...

In this heartfelt and laughter-filled episode of An Unfiltered Life , Melissa shares the wild, beautiful chaos of pulling off a destination wedding in San Diego - with ten kids in tow . From Catalina Island snorkeling adventures to a sun-soaked La Jolla beach ceremony , this episode is all about love, family, and embracing the imperfect magic of blending two households . Melissa opens up about wha...

With just days to go, Melissa Lahti shares her last-minute San Diego wedding plans; managing nine kids, a Catalina Island snorkeling adventure, and a bonfire celebration to follow. She opens up about her mom’s decision not to come, and how she’s choosing to focus on the joy ahead instead of the disappointment. This raw, unfiltered episode is about celebrating love, staying grounded in the chaos, a...

In this unfiltered life update, Melissa Lahti shares reflections from attending a powwow, what it was like growing up in a Native home while being white, and the challenges of scheduling fun with kids who’d rather resist. She opens up about wedding prep, how GLP-1 is helping her step out and do more, and the courage it took to join a dance class. A candid, encouraging reminder that being brave in...

In this heartfelt episode of An Unfiltered Life , Melissa opens up about her personal sobriety journey and how God continues to speak to her through the ups and downs. She reflects on the calling we all share; to run the race of life as if we are going to win, even when the outcome is unseen. With raw honesty and faith-filled encouragement, Melissa reminds us that God’s plan often unfolds in ways...

In this episode of An Unfiltered Life , Melissa Lahti unpacks trusting your gut in business, navigating the in-between seasons, and releasing the fear of judgment as a former homeschool mom with kids now in class. She reflects on the Charlie Kirk controversy, the courage it takes to connect with people who think differently, and why choosing love over division is the key to healing our world. A ra...

In this unfiltered episode, Melissa Lahti opens up about attending a Brandi Carlile concert, her first week taking tirzepatide for weight loss and wellness, and the surprising emotions that came with it. She shares practical self-care rituals and ways to calm and heal your nervous system while balancing motherhood, business, and personal growth. If you’re navigating health changes, seeking inspira...

In this raw and relatable episode of An Unfiltered Life , Melissa Lahti shares what really happens when motherhood, health, and community collide. From navigating her child’s school fight to stepping into her own health journey with Zepbound, Melissa opens up about the challenges and humor of everyday life. She reflects on back-to-school routines, what it’s like living as an Enneagram 8w7, and eve...

Going grey isn’t just about hair , it’s about identity, growth, and learning to love the process. In this episode of An Unfiltered Life , I get real about the cycles of friendship (some last a season, some a lifetime), what it means to grow through change, and how ADHD shapes the way I experience it all. I also share my thoughts on finally making those long-overdue doctor’s appointments and asking...

In this episode of An Unfiltered Life , I’m giving you the real scoop on our first week back to school - four kids in three schools, new schedules, meltdowns, and all the emotional ups and downs. I’m sharing what’s working (hello Google Calendar ), what I’m still figuring out, and why I believe grandparents play a bigger role in confidence-building than we often realize. From parenting and ADHD mo...

In this episode of An Unfiltered Life , I’m catching you up on… well, life. From the emotions (and chaos) of upcoming wedding plans to riding e-bikes, what I’ve been watching ( How to Train Your Dragon marathon, anyone?), and even the random questions I’ve been throwing at ChatGPT lately. Think of it as a walk-and-talk with your bestie — no agenda, just company. If you’re folding laundry, sitting...

In this raw and rambly episode of An Unfiltered Life , I’m giving you a real-life check-in from the messy middle — healing from divorce, recovering from injury, riding e-bikes for joy, and managing blood sugar like a wellness nerd (thank you, Glucose Goddess). I’m also sharing behind-the-scenes progress on Her Story. Her Journey. , how I’m navigating business as a creative with ADHD, and what’s ne...

In this episode of An Unfiltered Life , I’m sharing the heart behind our homeschooling years — the style we used (a blend of unschooling and Thomas Jefferson Education), what worked beautifully, what didn’t, and why we eventually chose to make a change. Whether you’re deep in the homeschool world, exploring your options, or just curious how one mom of six made it all work (for a while), this episo...

Welcome to the very first episode of An Unfiltered Life ! I’m Melissa Lahti — mom of six, entrepreneur, ADHD-brained creative, and forever a work in progress. In this short intro, I’m giving you a glimpse into my world: who I am, where I’ve been, and what you can expect from this podcast. We’re talking business, motherhood, healing, identity, messy middles — and doing it all with humor, honesty, a...