“Our goal is to raise consciousness in every interaction.” - Melissa “It was such a completely different mindset around beauty, and it really started with food. It opened the conversation and now it’s a whole new world.” - Melissa “That idea of having it all, I don’t know if I can have it all at once.” - Melissa Today's guest is Melissa Palmer, the CEO of Osea, a non-toxic seaweed skincare line based in Malibu. Melissa shares the roots of her family-run business, spanning generations of women inspired by the sea. She speaks to the care and sourcing of their products, as well as the challenges they’ve faced as a company. Melissa also dives into her personal story from growing up on a commune, to having a natural lifestyle, to her experience with fertility treatments and the importance of financial wellbeing. In This Episode We Talk About: * Hiring and onboarding new members to the To Be Magnetic Team * Lacy’s practice with a medium * Newest developments in the Karen Hurd protocol * Recent indulgences: Downton Abbey movie, A Discovery of Witches, a new jumpsuit, Tones of God album * The new Blog Topics page on the website * New dates for the retreat house * The history of Osea * Melissa’s great grandmother coming to America by herself at age 14 * Her great grandmother's journey to discovering chiropractics and becoming the first woman to attend chiropractic school * How her great grandmother started a successful practice during the Great Depression * How Melissa’s mom resonated with her grandmother’s health and wellness practices * Melissa’s cultural upbringing on a commune * The lifestyle/culture change moving to Malibu from the commune, and how this helped inspire the products and the business * The challenges in selling natural products before the market knew what non-toxic meant * How the FDA regulates beauty products * Natural vs. naturally derived * Seaweed, which is the base of their products, and the three main types they use * The benefits of seaweed and the functions of the different ingredients used in their products * What sets Osea apart from other natural brands * The biggest rock bottom of the business * Lacy’s routine and how she’s using these products * Top products for oily and mature skin * New products that have recently hit the line * The importance of financial wellbeing to overall wellness * Financial tips for entrepreneurs * Importance of listening to your own rhythms when it comes to different practices * Melissa’s mom’s influence on her wellness routines * Melissa’s journey to minimalism * Finding freedom in creating very specific goals * Fertility treatments and the challenges it presents on a woman's body * How growing a business takes the space of a full relationship * The surrender both Melissa and Lacy have felt around fertility * Raising consciousness in every interaction #Resources: * To Be Magnetic [https://tobemagnetic.com/] * Instagram: @tobemagnetic [https://www.instagram.com/tobemagnetic/] * Newsletter [https://tobemagnetic.com/subscribe] * The Forest Retreat House [https://theforestretreathouse.com] * Instagram: @theforestretreathouse [https://www.instagram.com/theforestretreathouse/] * Book The Forest Retreat House for a Promo Price [https://www.vrbo.com/1690241?adultsCount=2&arrival=2019-11-06&departure=2019-11-09] * Lacy Phillips Live: The Manifestation Tour [https://love.consciouscityguide.com/to-be-magnetic] * The Pathway [https://www.howtomanifest.com/p/the-pathway] * A la Carte Workshop [https://tobemagnetic.com/manifestation-workshops]s Intro Links: * Sufi Ertur [https://www.joynavigation.com] * Karen Hurd Protocol [http://www.karenhurd.com/womens-health-product.html] * Unique Hammond [https://www.youregreat.com] * Biomat [https://www.bio-mats.com/imva/store/bio-mat] mention TBM at checkout * Downton Abbey Movie [http://www.focusfeatures.com/downton-abbey] * Discovery of Witches [https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07MQXTSJN/ref=as_li_qf_asin_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=freeandnati0b-20&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=B07MQXTSJN&linkId=d36dd030bcfe56e4c1489355c3aef618] * Indigo Jumpsuit [https://caroncallahan.com/collections/jumpsuits/products/ace-jumpsuit-indigo-corduroy] * Tones of God [https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6tqWAR6XU7n5CvRi4miQUn] * Blog Topics Page [https://tobemagnetic.com/manifestation-topics] * EXPANDED x Ep. 11 Nadine Artemis [https://tobemagnetic.com/expanded-podcast/2018/ep-11-nadine] OSEA: * oseamalibu.com [https://oseamalibu.com/] code: tobemagnetic for $10 off your first purchase of $50 or more * Brightening Serum [https://oseamalibu.com/collections/skin-brightening/products/brightening-serum] * Hyaluronic Sea Serum [https://oseamalibu.com/collections/skin-brightening/products/hyaluronic-sea-serum] * Sea Vitamin Boost-Travel Size [https://oseamalibu.com/collections/travel-sizes/products/sea-vitamin-boost-travel-size] * Types of Seaweed They Use: Undaria & Gigartina [https://oseamalibu.com/pages/our-ingredients/] * Osea Venice Skincare Studio [https://oseamalibu.com/pages/venice-skincare-studio-1] * Atmosphere Protection Cream [https://oseamalibu.com/collections/shop/products/atmosphere-protection-cream] * Advanced Protection Cream [https://oseamalibu.com/collections/shop/products/advanced-protection-cream] * Undaria Argan Oil [https://oseamalibu.com/collections/skincare/products/undaria-argan-oil-1] * Vagus Nerve Oil [https://oseamalibu.com/products/vagus-nerve-oil?_pos=1&_sid=cb1c8c5f3&_ss=r] * Accessing the Healing Power of the Vagus Nerve [https://oseamalibu.com/products/accessing-the-healing-power-of-the-vagus-nerve-self-help-exercises-for-anxiety-depression-trauma-and-autism?_pos=4&_sid=21b5c7fc7&_ss=r] * Understand the Vagus Nerve [https://oseamalibu.com/blogs/wellness-blog/understanding-the-vagus-nerve?_pos=3&_sid=21b5c7fc7&_ss=r] * Kate Shella Movement Classes [http://www.kateshela.com/classes.htm?LMCL=RjaI1N&LMCL=jo4hYR&LMCL=GUpuaA&LMCL=jo4hYR] Oily Skin Recommendations: * Ocean Cleasing Mudd [https://oseamalibu.com/collections/shop/products/ocean-cleansing-mudd] * Blemish Balm [https://oseamalibu.com/collections/shop/products/blemish-balm] * Essential Corrective Complex [https://oseamalibu.com/collections/shop/products/essential-corrective-complex] Mature Skin Recommendations: * Essential Hydrating Oil [https://oseamalibu.com/collections/shop/products/essential-hydrating-oil-1] * Advanced Protection Cream [https://oseamalibu.com/collections/shop/products/advanced-protection-cream] * Hyaluronic Sea Serum [https://oseamalibu.com/collections/skin-brightening/products/hyaluronic-sea-serum] Best Seller * Undaria Algae Body Oil [https://oseamalibu.com/products/undaria-algae-oil?_pos=3&_sid=f5217d0b6&_ss=r] * Hyaluronic Sea Serum [https://oseamalibu.com/collections/skin-brightening/products/hyaluronic-sea-serum] Financial Wellness: * Dave Ramsey [https://www.daveramsey.com/show] * Ramit Sethi [https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1523505745/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=1523505745&linkCode=as2&tag=freeandnati0b-20&linkId=33257c4348b0091b63afa8a4ef62e696] * Debtors Anonymous [https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0991365828/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=0991365828&linkCode=as2&tag=freeandnati0b-20&linkId=6c05b9942554d8702c959f17675004d0] * Overcoming Underearning, Barbara Stanny [https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/006081862X/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=006081862X&linkCode=as2&tag=freeandnati0b-20&linkId=51b63bc1175448698177bde9cf044eb8] #Where to find Melissa: * Website [https://oseamalibu.com/] * Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/oseamalibu/] * Melissa's Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/happypalmer/] This episode is brought to you by OSEA.   HOW TO MANIFEST [https://tobemagnetic.com/buy-how-to-manifest-book]by Lacy Phillips  (with exercises by Jessica Gill) Available now!   The Expanded Podcast, from To Be Magnetic™ (TBM), is the leading manifestation podcast rooted in neuroscience, psychology, and energetics. Hosted by TBM’s Chief Content Officer Jessica Gill, with monthly appearances from founder Lacy Phillips, Expanded is where science and the mystical meet to help you manifest in the most grounded, practical, and life-changing way. At TBM, we’ve redefined manifestation through Neural Manifestation™—our proven, science-backed method developed with neuroscientist Dr. Tara Swart. This process helps you reprogram limiting beliefs at the subconscious level so you can create the life most aligned with your authenticity. Each week, we take you inside the TBM practice to help you expand your subconscious to believe what you desire is possible. Through expert interviews, thought leader conversations, TBM teachings, and real member success stories, you’ll learn how to:  – Rewire your subconscious mind and step into your worth  – Heal your inner child and integrate shadow work  – Set boundaries, strengthen intuition, and reclaim self-worth  – Manifest relationships, careers, abundance, and experiences that align with your true self With over than 40 million downloads and a global community in over 100 countries, Expanded has become the gold standard in manifestation content. Think of it as your weekly practice for expanding your mind, believing what you want is possible, and manifesting the life you’re meant to live. 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