The Success Trap: Why Achievement Alone Won't Make You Happy

The Success Trap: Why Achievement Alone Won't Make You Happy

What happens when you've achieved everything you thought you wanted, yet still feel unfulfilled? In this episode of Wake Up with Marci, Marci sits down with Melissa Franks business strategist, Fractional COO, speaker, founder of On Call COO, and advocate for domestic violence awareness and family court reform. Melissa shares how her journey through personal and professional setbacks reshaped her definition of success. She opens up about surviving domestic violence, finding the strength to rebuild, and why true fulfillment comes from who you become not just what you achieve. In this episode, we discuss: * Why achievement alone won't make you happy * Rebuilding after life's biggest challenges * Domestic violence, healing, and finding your voice * Redefining success with purpose and resilience If you've ever wondered, "What about me?" this conversation is for you. New episodes every Thursday Watch and listen on YouTube, Spotify, Spreaker, iHeart, Apple Podcasts & ONNJ. 📖 Marci’s New Book Now Available on Amazon: Wake Up, You’re Not Broken: What to Expect in the First 30 Days of Sobriety 👉 https://a.co/d/08bfC873 Connect with Melissa  Social Media Handles:   [Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, etc.]” "https://www.instagram.com/melissa_franks https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissafranks/” #WakeUpWithMarci #MelissaFranks #PersonalGrowth #DomesticViolenceAwareness #Leadership #Resilience #SuccessMindset

The Hidden Reason You Don't Feel Good Enough | Dawna Daigneault & Marci Hopkins

What if the biggest thing holding you back isn't your circumstances—but what you believe about yourself? In this powerful episode of Wake Up with Marci, Marci Hopkins sits down with Dawn Daigneault to explore the life-changing topic of self-worth and why it influences every area of our lives. From relationships and career success to mental health, boundaries, and the ability to receive love, our sense of worth impacts far more than we realize. Dawn shares valuable insights on how to recognize limiting beliefs, stop seeking validation from others, and reconnect with the truth that your worth is not something you have to earn. If you've ever struggled with feeling "not enough," this conversation will remind you that your value is inherent—and has been there all along. In this episode: ✨ Why self-worth affects every area of life ✨ The hidden ways low self-worth shows up ✨ How to stop seeking external validation ✨ Building healthier boundaries and relationships ✨ Learning to receive love, success, and abundance ✨ Embracing your worth without having to prove it New episodes every Thursday Watch and listen on YouTube, Spotify, Spreaker, iHeart, Apple Podcasts & ONNJ. 📖 Marci’s New Book Now Available on Amazon: Wake Up, You’re Not Broken: What to Expect in the First 30 Days of Sobriety 👉 https://a.co/d/08bfC873 Subscribe for more conversations on healing, recovery, personal growth, and transformation. Connect with Dawna; Understanding Self-Worth FB group and LinkedIn #WakeUpWithMarci #SelfWorth #DawnDaigneault #PersonalGrowth #HealingJourney #Mindset #SelfLove #Confidence #MentalHealth #Transformation

Why Family Estrangement Hurts More Than Death: Healing After Rejection & Narcissistic Abuse

What happens when the people who are supposed to love and support you become the source of your deepest pain? In this powerful episode of Wake Up with Marci, Marci Hopkins sits down with Shawn Howerton to discuss the heartbreaking realities of family estrangement, mental alienation, narcissistic behavior, and the long journey of rebuilding your life after profound loss. Shawn shares his personal experiences navigating family conflict, emotional manipulation, and the difficult process of healing when relationships break down. Together, they explore how to recognize toxic dynamics, protect your mental health, establish healthy boundaries, and find hope on the other side of grief. If you have experienced family estrangement, narcissistic abuse, emotional trauma, or are searching for a path toward healing and resilience, this conversation offers valuable insight and encouragement. In This Episode: * Understanding family estrangement and its emotional impact * Recognizing narcissistic behaviors and manipulation tactics * The effects of mental alienation on relationships * Healing from profound loss and grief * Rebuilding your identity and creating a meaningful future * Finding strength, hope, and resilience after heartbreak New episodes every Thursday Watch and listen on YouTube, Spotify, Spreaker, iHeart, Apple Podcasts & ONNJ. 📖 Marci’s New Book Now Available on Amazon: Wake Up, You’re Not Broken: What to Expect in the First 30 Days of Sobriety 👉 https://a.co/d/08bfC873 Connect with our guest: IG: shawnkhowerton FB: shawnkhowerton Subscribe to Wake Up with Marci for inspiring conversations about healing, recovery, personal growth, and transformation. #FamilyEstrangement #NarcissisticAbuse #MentalHealth #HealingJourney #TraumaRecovery #WakeUpWithMarci #MarciHopkins #EmotionalHealing #NarcissisticAbuseRecovery #HealingJourney #TraumaHealing #RejectionTrauma #InnerChildHealing #MentalHealthAwareness #SelfHealing #EmotionalWellbeing

First 30 Days of Sobriety: What to Expect in Early Addiction Recovery & Healing Process | Marci Hopkins

Are you wondering what happens during the first 30 days of sobriety? In this powerful solo episode of Wake Up with Marci, Marci Hopkins shares her personal recovery journey and the inspiration behind her new book, Wake Up, You're Not Broken: What to Expect in the First 30 Days of Sobriety. Whether you're newly sober, sober curious, in addiction recovery, or supporting someone on their sobriety journey, this episode offers practical guidance, encouragement, and hope for navigating the challenges of early recovery. In this episode, you'll learn: ✔️ What to expect during the first month of sobriety ✔️ Common withdrawal and emotional recovery experiences ✔️ How to manage cravings and triggers ✔️ The mindset shifts that support lasting recovery ✔️ Why healing starts when you stop believing you're broken ✔️ Tools for building a strong foundation for long-term sobriety Marci's honest and inspiring story reminds us that recovery is possible and that every day sober is a step toward a healthier, more fulfilling life. New episodes every Thursday Watch and listen on YouTube, Spotify, Spreaker, iHeart, Apple Podcasts & ONNJ. 📖 Marci’s New Book Now Available on Amazon: Wake Up, You’re Not Broken: What to Expect in the First 30 Days of Sobriety 👉 https://a.co/d/08bfC873 🔔 Subscribe for more conversations on addiction recovery, mental health, healing, personal growth, and transformation. #Sobriety #AddictionRecovery #RecoveryJourney #SoberLife #AlcoholRecovery #SobrietyPodcast #MentalHealth #RecoveryIsPossible #WakeUpWithMarci #MarciHopkins

From Drug Addiction to Purpose: Anthony Samuels’ Journey to Sobriety and Hope | Wake Up With Marci

How do you rebuild your life after addiction? In this powerful episode of Wake Up With Marci, Anthony Samuels shares his incredible story of overcoming drug addiction, finding sobriety, and discovering a greater purpose through faith, community, and service. Anthony opens up about hitting rock bottom, the difficult road to recovery, and the life-changing moments that led him to create a future filled with hope instead of hopelessness. Today, through his work with Lighthouse, he helps others struggling with addiction find healing and a path toward lasting recovery. If you or someone you love is battling addiction, alcoholism, substance abuse, or the challenges of early sobriety, this conversation offers encouragement, practical wisdom, and proof that transformation is possible. In this episode: ✔️ Drug addiction and recovery ✔️ How to overcome addiction ✔️ Life after sobriety ✔️ Finding purpose after hardship ✔️ Faith, healing, and second chances ✔️ Supporting loved ones in recovery ✔️ The mission behind Lighthouse Connect with Anthony Samuels: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100064494442356 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lighthousefreedomcenter Lighthouse Faith Home Ministry: https://www.facebook.com/lighthousefaithhomeministry 🎙️ About Wake Up With Marci Hosted by award-winning TV host, author, and mental health advocate Marci Hopkins, Wake Up With Marci features inspiring conversations about addiction recovery, mental health, trauma healing, personal growth, self-worth, and living a life of purpose. New episodes every Thursday. Watch and listen on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Spreaker, iHeartRadio, and ONNJ. 📖 Marci Hopkins’ bestselling new book: Wake Up, You’re Not Broken: What to Expect in the First 30 Days of Sobriety Available now: https://a.co/d/08bfC873 Subscribe for more conversations about: * Sobriety * Addiction Recovery * Mental Health * Trauma Healing * Personal Growth * Faith and Resilience * Hope After Addiction #WakeUpWithMarci #Sobriety #AddictionRecovery #DrugAddiction #RecoveryStory #MentalHealth #RecoveryPodcast #HealingJourney #SobrietyJourney #TraumaHealing #RecoveryCommunity #HopeAfterAddiction