Professionals are under a lot of stress and it can leave you feeling disconnected--making it hard to care, work together, or relate to others.

You may be experiencing blocked compassion. This is a self-protective state in the nervous system that activates under chronic stress. The good news is that you can feel better!

A dysregulated nervous system looks like:

  • Social and emotional difficulties, including social anxiety
  • Sensory processing challenges
  • Feelings of anxiety and/or depression
  • Behavior or conduct challenges
  • Hyperactivity
  • Chronic irritability and reactivity
  • Panic attacks
  • Sleep difficulties
  • Poor digestion
  • Chronic pain and inflammatory conditions

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A regulated nervous system looks like:

  • Ability to manage a wide range of emotions
  • Healthy relationships
  • Adaptability to sensory stimuli
  • Feelings of calm, confidence, and stability
  • Cooperative and thoughtful behavior
  • Focused energy and sustained attention
  • Composure even under stress
  • Restful and restorative sleep patterns
  • Optimal digestion
  • Reduced pain and inflammation

Through insightful keynotes and practical workshops, I help teams and organizations identify blocked compassion, understand its impact, and build the resilience needed to thrive together.

Rachel Bell Retreat Coordinator

Melissa was our keynote speaker at The With Retreat for foster and adoptive moms, and many attendees said she was the best speaker we’ve ever had. Her unique blend of expertise, personal experience, and heartfelt honesty resonated deeply with the audience, creating both inspiration and connection. As retreat staff, we not only appreciated her impactful talks but also loved her fun and personable nature off stage. In 10 years of hiring speakers for adoption-related events, she’s truly one of my favorites. I highly recommend Melissa both on and off stage.

Amber Reynolds Co-Founder of Boots and Blessings

As the organizer of the Known Retreat in Illinois, I can honestly say booking Melissa Corkum was a game-changer. She brought energy, authenticity, and wisdom that immediately connected with our audience. Melissa has this amazing ability to make people feel truly seen and heard. Her personal story, extensive research, and remarkable ability to connect with an audience make her an outstanding keynote speaker. If you want a speaker who will leave your audience inspired, empowered, and ready to take on the world, Melissa Corkum is the best choice!

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