Episode 46: Two Words That Can Fertilize Growth with Melissa BergstromEpisode 46: Two Words That Can Fertilize Growth with Melissa Bergstrom
The Well-Tended Life
Melissa Bergstrom discusses the power of 'what if', embracing life's messiness, and finding growth through creativity on 'The Well-Tended Life Podcast'.
1:33:07•30 Aug 2023
What If: Unlocking Growth Through Life's Messy Moments with Melissa Bergstrom
Episode Overview
- Melissa's journey of confronting anxiety and obsessive-compulsive disorder
- Metaphor of life as a garden and embracing life's messiness
- Lessons from 'The Secret Garden' and tending to one's life garden
- Reflection on surrendering control and embracing the unknown
- The power of creativity in processing emotions and fostering growth
“I think essentially when we're children, we don't necessarily choose the garden, you know, we're kind of given this garden. And one of the things that I've been trying to give myself permission to do is not toss away everything in the garden, but also give myself permission not to keep it all.”
Ever wondered how two simple words can change your life? In this episode of 'The Well-Tended Life Podcast', host Keri Wilt chats with Melissa Bergstrom, a Boston-based actor, writer, and teaching artist. Melissa shares her journey of navigating anxiety and obsessive-compulsive disorder while embracing her multi-passionate nature. The episode dives into the power of asking 'what if' and how it can lead to unexpected growth and creativity.
Melissa talks about the importance of trying new things without waiting to feel 'ready' and learning to be okay with life's messiness. She emphasizes that growth often comes from repetition and taking small steps forward. This conversation is a heartfelt reminder that, despite life's challenges, you can still create something beautiful and let others in. Tune in to discover how to loosen your grip on control and find peace in the process of growth.

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