Hey Berry Besties 💜

In today’s Daily Dump, Sacha shares a full, heartfelt day that blends productivity, progress, and unexpected grace. From her Miracle Morning routine and home office clean-up to supporting her husband Brandon as he launches his new podcast (Ashes & Aftermath), this episode reminds us that growth shows up in big and small ways.

Then—something extraordinary happens. During one of Brandon’s interviews, his guest (a medium) delivers an unexpected message from Sacha’s late father. What follows is a moment of emotion, gratitude, and spiritual connection that brings the day full circle.

You’ll also hear how Sacha’s navigating her editing backlog, what she’s learning from The Total Money Makeover by Dave Ramsey, and how connection and compassion fuel her creativity.

This one’s about believing that even in chaos, the universe finds ways to whisper: You’re on the right path.

✨ Mentioned in this episode:

• The Miracle Morning by Hal Elrod
• The Total Money Makeover by Dave Ramsey
• Ashes & Aftermath podcast by Brandon Holder
• Unsilenced Grief with Marie Alessi
• The High-Functioning Disaster podcast (Sacha’s other show)

💜 Support & Connect:

• Venmo: venmo.com/sachasmells
• Shop or join Scentsy: sachasmells.com
• Listen to The High-Functioning Disaster wherever you get podcasts

🔑 Key Takeaways

• Trust your intuition — the universe nudges us in subtle ways.
• You don’t need a perfect setup to make progress.
• Healing often happens while we’re helping others.
• Messages from beyond can remind us we’re never truly alone.
• Progress counts, even when it’s quiet.

⚠️ Content Note

This episode contains discussion of grief, loss of a parent, and spiritual experiences involving mediumship. While the conversation is heartfelt and healing in nature, please listen with care and take breaks if needed. 💜

Connect:

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• 💜 When I’m not podcasting, I’m also a Scentsy Consultant of 10+ years. If you’re into fragrance and cozy vibes, you can find my shop here: [https://sachasmells.com]

Keywords

bariatric surgery, gastric bypass, post-op life, Life in the Bari Lane, Daily Dump, bariatric podcast, healing journey, self-growth, grief, messages from loved ones, spiritual connection, personal development, Miracle Morning, Dave Ramsey, Total Money Makeover, Ashes & Aftermath podcast, mindfulness, resilience, bariatric community, gratitude, post-bariatric mindset

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