Studio Make it Happen

When Plans Fall Through: Studio M’s Unexpected Next Chapter

Leave a Note! Or send us a message at thisisstudiomakeithappen@gmail.com *Please note: We cannot respond here so if you'd like a response then DM us on our socials or leave us a way to connect with you. [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2502629/fan_mail/new] When Megan and Brad closed Studio M, they believed the hardest part was behind them. The salon had a buyer. The next chapter was beginning. The girls were settled in their new homes.  But you can probably guess what happened next. In this episode, Megan shares the emotional aftermath of the failed sale, navigating uncertainty while her husband works out of state, and the difficult responsibility of caring for gift card holders, former staff, and the future of a business that meant so much to the community. She also opens up about: • Why the gift card refunds mattered  • What it feels like to grieve something that isn’t fully gone  • Choosing to sell the salon as a turnkey opportunity  • Trusting God while sitting in the unknown  • Why closure sometimes takes longer than expected This is a story about unexpected detours, unfinished chapters, and finding peace when plans fall apart. Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2502629/support] 📩 thisisstudiomakeithappen@gmail.com Watch + SUBSCRIBE: www.studiomakeithappen.com

Mobility, Chronic Stiffness & Why You Can’t Touch Your Toes

Leave a Note! Or send us a message at thisisstudiomakeithappen@gmail.com *Please note: We cannot respond here so if you'd like a response then DM us on our socials or leave us a way to connect with you. [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2502629/fan_mail/new] Women Who Make It Happen: Amber Baker on Mobility, Assisted Stretching, and Red Light Therapy In this episode of Studio Make It Happen, Megan sits down with Amber Baker, PTA and founder of Stretch & Thrive in downtown Findlay. After years in traditional physical therapy, Amber realized she wanted to work with people before injury or surgery became their only option. She stepped away from the conventional healthcare model to build a proactive wellness practice focused on mobility, assisted stretching, and long-term strength. In this conversation, we talk about: • Why most adults should be able to touch their toes  • The difference between “normal” stiffness and optimal mobility  • Why recurring pain often has a deeper root cause  • How assisted stretching complements chiropractic and massage care  • What red light therapy actually does for inflammation, mood, and recovery  • How to think long-term about aging well and staying active Amber also shares what it looks like to build a wellness business locally, how she structured her services for accountability, and why proactive care is the future of health. If you’ve ever assumed stiffness, tightness, or back pain is just part of getting older, this episode offers a different perspective. Move better. Age stronger. Take responsibility for your body before pain forces you to. Learn more about Amber and Stretch + Thrive [https://www.stretchfindlay.com/about]. Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2502629/support] 📩 thisisstudiomakeithappen@gmail.com Watch + SUBSCRIBE: www.studiomakeithappen.com

Perimenopause, Low Libido & Not Feeling Like Yourself

Leave a Note! Or send us a message at thisisstudiomakeithappen@gmail.com *Please note: We cannot respond here so if you'd like a response then DM us on our socials or leave us a way to connect with you. [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2502629/fan_mail/new] So many women wake up one day and think: “I don’t feel right.”  “Something is off.”  “I don’t even recognize myself.” And they’re told it’s anxiety.  Or stress.  Or aging.  Or depression. But what if it’s hormones? In this episode of Studio Make It Happen, Megan sits down with Bethany Parsell, double board-certified Urology and Family Nurse Practitioner and Menopause Society Certified Practitioner, to talk about the things women are not told about: • Perimenopause (which can begin 7–10 years before your last period)  • Low libido and testosterone deficiency  • Brain fog and mood changes  • Urinary incontinence  • Pelvic floor dysfunction  • Why leaking is NOT a normal part of aging  • Why so many women are misdiagnosed Bethany specializes in male and female sexual medicine, pelvic floor muscle training, menopause care, and cancer-related sexual health concerns. This is the conversation women deserve to hear. If you’ve ever thought:  “I don’t feel like myself.”  This episode is for you. 🎧 Subscribe to Studio Make It Happen for honest conversations about leadership, health, identity, and reinvention. Bethany Parsell is a double board-certified Urology and Family Nurse Practitioner specializing in menopause, pelvic floor health, sexual medicine, and hormone-related concerns. Learn more at intimawellbeing.com [https://www.intimawellbeing.com/about] Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2502629/support] 📩 thisisstudiomakeithappen@gmail.com Watch + SUBSCRIBE: www.studiomakeithappen.com

I Knew It Was Over | The Decision to Close Studio M Salon and Spa

Leave a Note! Or send us a message at thisisstudiomakeithappen@gmail.com *Please note: We cannot respond here so if you'd like a response then DM us on our socials or leave us a way to connect with you. [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2502629/fan_mail/new] After 12 years of building Studio M, I found myself facing a decision I never imagined I would have to make. This episode is a personal reflection on the final weeks leading up to the closure of the salon, the uncertainty of leadership when answers aren’t clear, and the emotional weight of making a decision that affects not just you, but the people you care about most. There were moments of clarity. Moments of panic. Moments where I questioned everything. And ultimately, a moment where I realized the decision had to come from me. This conversation is not about blame. It’s about responsibility. It’s about identity. And it’s about trusting yourself when the path forward looks different than you planned. For anyone who has ever built something, led others, or found themselves standing at a crossroads, this episode is for you. This is what it really looks like to make a decision when everything is on the line. Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2502629/support] 📩 thisisstudiomakeithappen@gmail.com Watch + SUBSCRIBE: www.studiomakeithappen.com

The Little Red Hen | When Your Vision Doesn’t Match Everyone Else’s

Leave a Note! Or send us a message at thisisstudiomakeithappen@gmail.com *Please note: We cannot respond here so if you'd like a response then DM us on our socials or leave us a way to connect with you. [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2502629/fan_mail/new] Sometimes leadership means carrying the vision alone. In Episode 2, Megan reflects on The Little Red Hen and what it looks like to keep moving forward when your vision, season, or growth path no longer matches the people around you. This episode is about honoring different seasons without resentment — and recognizing that not everyone is meant to walk the same road at the same time. Season 2 will feature women who are fierce, determined, and relentless — women who stayed the course long enough to see their “bread,” and who are now sharing how they got there, why they did it, and the passion behind their choices. Everyone’s season is different. And while we may wish some seasons lasted longer, leadership often means accepting change, trusting the process, and continuing forward with clarity and courage. This episode sets the tone for Season 2 — honest, reflective, and rooted in growth. Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2502629/support] 📩 thisisstudiomakeithappen@gmail.com Watch + SUBSCRIBE: www.studiomakeithappen.com