Hi, I'm Melissa Mugno
I spent years as a prisoner in my own body. Chronic anxiety. Grinding my teeth down to nothing. Running on Adderall and wine just to function. By my late 30s, I was "successful" on paper but internally? A complete mess. The breakthrough came when I realized my mouth was trying to tell me something my mind couldn't articulate.
What started as learning myofunctional therapy to help my own breathing became an obsession with the connection between structure, function, and behavior. Through my healing journey, getting off all medications, plant medicine work, and intensive trauma therapy, I discovered that true transformation requires addressing all of it. You can't tongue-posture your way out of trauma. You can't build a thriving business from a dysregulated nervous system. The issues really are in the tissues.
If you're experiencing business pain or physical pain, the root cause usually starts with you. Your dysregulation shows up in your body. Your unresolved patterns show up in your business. Healing one requires healing both.
Myofunctional therapist, business consultant, podcast host. Someone who learned everything I teach because I needed it first.
MIND YOUR MOUTH
Communication and voice.
Podcast + Speaking
MIND YOUR MIND
Inner dialogue and beliefs.
Coaching + Mentorship
MIND YOUR BODY
Therapy + Education
Breath, regulation, foundation.
MIND YOUR BUSINESS
Consulting + Courses
Systems and growth.
It's about consistency, even when (especially when) it's uncomfortable.
Healing isn't linear.
The stories you tell yourself matter. You can't build an aligned life from a dysregulated state.
Where your mind goes, your energy flows.
We break big visions into actionable steps and move through them together, one milestone at a time.
How do you eat an elephant? One bite at a time.
What I
Believe
The clenching, the grinding, the tension. It's your nervous system trying to protect you.
Your body doesn't hate you.
Real transformation lives in the discomfort. That's where growth happens.
Get comfortable being uncomfortable.
Permission to move with clarity instead of chaos.
Discipline isn't punishment. It's permission.
MM Ink is a company, not just a personal brand. We're building something bigger than any one person.
Melissa founded MM Ink to build a business that could operate, grow, and serve beyond any single practitioner — including herself. What started as one person’s obsession with airway health and transformation has grown into a team-driven company with the infrastructure to match.
Alix helps individuals and teams build resilience through intentional breathwork, nervous system regulation, and mindset coaching. She leads guided breathwork sessions for the MM INK. team, creating space for clarity, connection, and sustainable performance while helping navigate challenges with greater awareness and confidence.
As our programs continue to grow, Alix also works directly with clients, integrating breathwork and coaching into their transformation journey to support lasting personal and professional growth.
Breathwork & Resilience Director
Alix
Lee
Meet The
Team
Michele
Mugno
Family and business partner.
Michele brings more than 30 years of experience in corporate operations, production, and business management to the team. She oversees the day-to-day operations of MM INK., turning big-picture ideas into organized systems that keep everything moving forward. From strategic planning to operational excellence, Michele is the foundation that allows the business to grow while maintaining an exceptional client experience.
Chief Operating
Officer
Jenna
Jumaoas
Patient care coordinator
Jenna wears two hats, and excels at both. She guides patients through every step of their journey, ensuring they know exactly what to expect and feel supported from consultation through treatment. Behind the scenes, she's our unofficial "Platform Queen," building workflows, optimizing systems, and finding creative solutions that keep MM Inc. running efficiently. If there's a new platform to learn or a process to improve, Jenna is already figuring it out.
Jackie
Njiru
Operations
specialist
Jackie keeps the details moving so the entire team can operate efficiently. Working closely with Michele, she supports daily operations, manages administrative tasks, and helps keep projects organized and on track. Her attention to detail and willingness to jump in wherever needed make her an essential part of keeping the business running smoothly.
Ashley Newsome
Project Manager
Ashley transforms strategy into action. She manages client communication, project timelines, events, podcasts, marketing initiatives, and day-to-day account management, ensuring every detail is executed with excellence. Whether coordinating an onsite visit, launching a new program, or keeping multiple projects moving simultaneously, Ashley helps create a seamless experience for both clients and the team.