Bouncing Back Podcast
Podcast Description
Bouncing Back Podcast: Professionals Thriving with Chronic Illness is hosted by Melissa McCurley, a resilient professional living with multiple chronic illnesses like Hashimoto’s, IBS, Psoriasis, ADHD, and more. Melissa creates a compassionate space for professionals to share stories of perseverance and success. Through inspiring conversations and practical insights, the podcast explores mindset shifts, support systems, and advocating for workplace accommodations while thriving with chronic illness.
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The podcast delves into themes of resilience, workplace wellbeing, and personal growth, with episodes covering impactful topics such as transitioning from corporate roles to entrepreneurship, integrating health into business strategy, and fostering mindset shifts for success amidst challenges. Notable episodes include conversations with guests on holistic health and the importance of support systems for high-achieving women.

Bouncing Back Podcast: Professionals Thriving with Chronic Illness is hosted by Melissa McCurley, a resilient professional living with multiple chronic illnesses like Hashimoto’s, IBS, Psoriasis, ADHD, and more. Melissa creates a compassionate space for professionals to share stories of perseverance and success. Through inspiring conversations and practical insights, the podcast explores mindset shifts, support systems, and advocating for workplace accommodations while thriving with chronic illness.
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Registered nurse and wellness coach Amber Villarreal joins Bouncing Back to share a thoughtful, real-world approach to healing chronic illness. With more than two decades in healthcare, Amber explains why true wellness requires more than medication alone—and how stress, environment, gut health, and lifestyle choices play a critical role in inflammation and long-term health. This episode offers clarity, encouragement, and practical insight for anyone navigating autoimmune disease, burnout, or the desire for sustainable healing.
🎧 Hosted by: Melissa McCurley
🎙 Guest: Amber Villarreal
Amber Villarreal is a Registered Nurse with more than 20 years of experience, a Certified Life & Health Coach, and the founder of Rise Unbound. Through her work, she supports individuals navigating chronic health challenges, helping them build resilience, sustainable self-care practices, and a stronger sense of empowerment. By combining her nursing expertise with holistic coaching, Amber guides clients toward reclaiming balance, prioritizing their well-being, and creating lives rooted in purpose and possibility.
💡 What You’ll Learn:
✔️ Why healing must be personalized, not standardized
✔️ How stress and environment impact chronic illness
✔️ The role of gut health in inflammation and recovery
✔️ Integrating holistic care with traditional medicine
✔️ Simple, actionable changes for healthier living
✔️ A sustainable approach to mind, body, and soul wellness
📇 Connect with Amber Villarreal:
🌐 Website → https://rise-unbound.com/home
📘 Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/VillarrealAmber
📷 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/coachinghtsfinancialfreedom/
🔗 LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/amber-villarreal-coach/
🎙 Follow the Bouncing Back Podcast:
📘 Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/groups/bouncingbackpodcast/
📷 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/melmccurley/
🔗 LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissa-mccurley/
📺 Youtube → https://www.youtube.com/@BouncingBackwithMelissa
📱Pinterest → https://www.pinterest.com/bouncingbackwithmelissa/
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