Rising Phoenix Wellness

Rising Phoenix Wellness Reiki practitioner, Guided Mediation teacher, Positive psychology practitioner and wellness coach. Message me anytime!

I can provide a safe place that encourages those to flourish and become the best versions of themselves. Welcome to Rising Phoenix, a space dedicated to holistic wellness, self-discovery, and empowerment. My name is Melissa Gibson, and I’m passionate about helping women rise above challenges, reconnect with their inner strength, and create a life of balance, confidence, and purpose. With certifications in Positive Psychology, Meditation, and Mindfulness, I guide women on their journey to self-healing and transformation. Whether you're looking to reduce stress, build resilience, or simply align your life with your true self, I’m here to support you every step of the way. Like the phoenix, you have the power to rise, heal, and thrive. Let’s embark on this journey together. ✨

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Wellness doesn’t require a full life overhaul.Often, it starts with one small, supportive change — done consistently.Dri...
01/19/2026

Wellness doesn’t require a full life overhaul.
Often, it starts with one small, supportive change — done consistently.
Drinking more water.
Stepping outside for a few minutes.
Creating a pause between tasks.
Sustainable wellbeing grows from realistic choices, not perfection.
💬 What’s one small thing that helps you feel more grounded?

Many people think working with a holistic wellness coach means being told what to do.In reality, it’s about having a saf...
01/19/2026

Many people think working with a holistic wellness coach means being told what to do.
In reality, it’s about having a safe, supportive space to explore what’s actually going on beneath the surface — at your pace.
No fixing.
No pressure.
Just guidance, tools, and compassion.
If you’ve ever wondered what support could feel like, this is your invitation to explore it gently.

A lot of people say, “I’ve tried self-care and it didn’t work.”What they usually mean is:They tried adding more to an al...
01/17/2026

A lot of people say, “I’ve tried self-care and it didn’t work.”
What they usually mean is:
They tried adding more to an already full life.
Real self-care isn’t another task it’s learning how to work with your energy, your schedule, and your nervous system, not against them.
Sometimes wellness looks like simplifying, adjusting expectations, or doing less with more intention.

💬 What does “self-care” look like in your real, everyday life right now?

You can understand why you feel the way you do and still feel it in your body.Insight is powerful, but healing doesn’t ...
01/16/2026

You can understand why you feel the way you do and still feel it in your body.
Insight is powerful, but healing doesn’t live in the mind alone.
Stress, grief, anxiety, and burnout often settle into the nervous system showing up as tension, fatigue, shallow breathing, or feeling constantly “on edge.”
This is where holistic support matters.
Not to replace talking but to support the body in releasing what words can’t always reach.

💬 Have you ever felt like you understand your patterns, but your body hasn’t caught up yet?

We often praise people for being “strong” — but we rarely talk about what that strength costs the body.When emotions are...
01/15/2026

We often praise people for being “strong” — but we rarely talk about what that strength costs the body.
When emotions are repeatedly pushed down instead of processed, the nervous system stays on high alert. Over time, this can show up as:
• chronic tension
• exhaustion
• shallow breathing
• feeling numb or disconnected
This isn’t weakness.
It’s your body doing its best to protect you.
Real wellness begins when we stop asking ourselves to “hold it together” and start learning how to safely release what we’ve been carrying.

💬 Does your body hold stress in a noticeable way?

No one talks about how exhausting it is to make hundreds of small decisions every single day.What to cook.What to say ye...
01/14/2026

No one talks about how exhausting it is to make hundreds of small decisions every single day.

What to cook.
What to say yes to.
What to put off.
Who needs you next.

Emotional exhaustion doesn’t always come from trauma — sometimes it comes from never getting to stop.

Wellness isn’t about pushing through it.
It’s about noticing when your system is overloaded and learning how to support it instead of judging it.

💬 Does this resonate with where you are right now?

Healing doesn’t always look like growth.Sometimes it looks like an unmade bed, a quiet moment, and choosing not to push ...
01/13/2026

Healing doesn’t always look like growth.
Sometimes it looks like an unmade bed, a quiet moment, and choosing not to push through.
Rest isn’t quitting.
It’s listening.
If your body has been asking for softness lately — this is your permission. 💜
✨ Save this for the days you forget that rest counts.


You don’t have to be calm all the time to be “doing your healing right.”Real wellbeing includes the messy days. The tire...
01/13/2026

You don’t have to be calm all the time to be “doing your healing right.”
Real wellbeing includes the messy days. The tired days. The days when your nervous system feels loud and your mind won’t slow down.
Healing isn’t about fixing yourself — it’s about learning how to support yourself when life feels heavy.
✨ Sometimes that looks like rest
✨ Sometimes it’s asking for help
✨ Sometimes it’s simply being kind to yourself

💬 What helps you reset when you’re feeling overwhelmed?

Sometimes we think we need to push harder when what we actually need is to listen more closely.Your nervous system is a...
01/11/2026

Sometimes we think we need to push harder when what we actually need is to listen more closely.
Your nervous system is always communicating with you, especially when it’s feeling overwhelmed or under-supported.
Here are a few gentle signs your body may be asking for support:
• Feeling exhausted even after rest
• Difficulty focusing or staying present
• Being easily overwhelmed or emotionally reactive
• Tightness in the body, shallow breathing, or restlessness
• A sense of disconnect from yourself

None of these mean anything is “wrong” with you.
They simply mean your body is asking for care, safety, and softness.
Sunday is a beautiful day to slow down, check in, and offer yourself a little compassion before the week begins.

✨ What is one way your body asks for rest or support?










What does Reiki actually feel like? ✨(Especially if you’ve never experienced it before.)Most people come in thinking the...
01/10/2026

What does Reiki actually feel like? ✨
(Especially if you’ve never experienced it before.)
Most people come in thinking they’ll feel something dramatic —
and instead, they feel something much more powerful.
🌿 A deep sense of calm
🌿 A quiet mind for the first time in a while
🌿 Warmth, tingling, or gentle waves of energy
🌿 Emotional release or unexpected clarity
🌿 A feeling of being supported, held, and safe

Reiki isn’t about forcing change.
It’s about allowing your body and nervous system to remember how to rest, regulate, and rebalance.
Every experience is different because every person is different.
And exactly what shows up is exactly what your system is ready for.

If you’ve ever been curious, this is your sign to listen to that nudge 💫

💜 Save this for later or share it with someone who’s been feeling overwhelmed lately.
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Healing has been romanticized.It’s often shown as candles, calm music, and instant peace but real healing is messier tha...
01/09/2026

Healing has been romanticized.
It’s often shown as candles, calm music, and instant peace but real healing is messier than that.
Healing can look like:
• Feeling uncomfortable before feeling better
• Revisiting emotions you thought were “over”
• Learning new boundaries
• Taking small steps instead of giant leaps

And most importantly ✨ healing doesn’t mean you’re failing when it feels hard.
If your journey feels slow, emotional, or nonlinear…
you’re not doing it wrong.
You’re doing it honestly.

💬 Comment 💜 if this gave you permission to soften today.








Your body is always communicating — most of us were just never taught how to listen.Fatigue. Tension. Emotional overwhel...
01/07/2026

Your body is always communicating — most of us were just never taught how to listen.

Fatigue. Tension. Emotional overwhelm.

They aren’t flaws or failures — they’re messages.
In holistic wellness, we don’t ask:
“What’s wrong with you?”
We ask:
✨ What is your body asking for?

Support doesn’t mean something is broken.
It means you’re paying attention.
If one of these signs resonated with you, pause today.

Breathe. Soften. Listen.

💬 Comment with the number that spoke to you most, or simply leave a 💜 if you’re learning to tune inward.








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