Fishing Without Bait: A Full Impact Mindfulness Podcast

When Motherhood Feels Overwhelming w/ Melissa Carey | Episode 537

October 27th, 2026  |  27 mins 11 secs

Life Lessons, Motherhood, autonomy, boundaries, breathwork, emotional wellness, energy healing, energy work, fishing without bait, fishing without bait 537, healthy relationships, holistic wellness, intention, into the spirit healing, jim ellermeyer, melissa carey, mental health, mindful living, mindfulness, music therapy, parenting, parenting expectations, parenting stress, personal growth, personal identity, personal responsibility, recovery, reiki, relationships, self-acceptance, self-concept, self-discovery, self-esteem, self-trust, self-worth, spiritual wellness, spirituality, women's empowerment

What happens when you stop living by everyone else's expectations and begin trusting yourself? In Part 2 of their conversation, Jim Ellermeyer and Melissa Carey explore Reiki, personal healing, and the emotional realities of motherhood, including Melissa's journey toward embracing her own parenting choices.

They also discuss self-worth, identity, and why everyone deserves to feel heard, respected, and understood.

Learn more about Melissa: https://intothespirithealing.life

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Filtered Reality | Episode 404

January 9th, 2024  |  22 mins 56 secs

Social Media, body image, filtered reality, influencers, media literacy, mental health, parenting, podcast, pop culture, psychology, self-esteem, social media effects, therapist perspectives, tiktok, youth

Jim Ellermeyer and Producer Mike, discuss the topic of "filtered reality" portrayed on social media. They talk about how social media influencers and platforms like TikTok present an unrealistic, glamorized version of life that negatively impacts young people's self-image and mental health. The hosts criticize "wannabe mental health professionals" on TikTok offering advice without credentials. They advise listeners to consume social media mindfully, understanding much of what they see is carefully curated rather than real life. Jim shares his perspective as a therapist, noting patients have body image issues influenced by media. They encourage listeners to share their own related anecdotes.

Special Crossover: Listen to Your Parents: Let's Go Fishing

April 24th, 2020  |  51 mins 49 secs

birthdays, coronavirus, covid-19, home schooling, mindfulness, parenting, podcast

On this episode, we talk with Jim Ellermeyer from the Fishing Without Bait podcast about mindfulness and other lessons that can help parents maintain a healthy outlook during these difficult times.

Matt and Jen are also joined by fellow parents Chris and Alanna from Buffalo, NY and Dave and Tina from Elizabeth, PA.