In this episode of Soul Therapy, with Chelle, I share a heartfelt book review of The Ancient Women of Lemuria by Monica Moriani and Dr. Amber Wolf.

This book, woven with channeled messages from Kryon through Lee Carroll, explores the harmony of the divine feminine and divine masculine in Lemuria and the wisdom these ancient women carried for future generations. For me, reading it felt like a homecoming a remembering of peace, balance, and sacred connection.

We dive into themes of:

• The balance of feminine and masculine energies in Lemuria versus the imbalance of today
• Living in harmony with nature, community, and spirit
• The sacred role of ritual, cycles, and ancestral wisdom
• How Lemurian teachings invite us to remember our origin and claim our sacredness
• The migration of Lemurians across the globe and their echoes in Indigenous practices today

I also share my own connection to Lemuria, how this book resonated with my Akashic origin story, and why these teachings feel especially important for the times we’re living in.

This episode is an invitation to slow down, remember, and reconnect with the deep peace and wisdom within.

Let this review remind you: when we honor both the feminine and the masculine, and live in rhythm with the earth, we step closer to harmony both within ourselves and in our wider world. 

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In this episode of Soul Therapy, with Chelle, we continue the conversation with Rachel Sampson and Dr. Jessie Stern, co-authors of Beyond Difficult: An Attachment-Based Guide to Dealing with Challenging People.

Building on part one, this heart-centered dialogue explores what really makes someone “difficult,” the role of attachment and temperament in shaping behavior, and why no two experiences of difficulty are ever the same.

Rachel and Jessie dive into childhood experiences, the impact of trauma, and the way sensitivity influences how we move through the world. They share practical strategies for navigating tricky relationships with compassion, discernment, and clarity.

We talk about:

• Why “difficult” is subjective and rooted in early attachment and temperament

• How childhood wounds can echo in adult relationships and why it’s never too late to change

• Understanding the temperament trait of high sensitivity and its impact on interactions

• Reframing difficult behavior as communication and responding with curiosity

• The importance of safety first grounding yourself before responding

• Practical tools: validation, paraphrasing, boundaries, and listening to ensure others feel seen and heard

Rachel and Jessie offer wisdom, warmth, and deeply practical guidance for anyone navigating difficult people whether at home, at work, or in the wider community. Their insights are both compassionate and empowering, reminding us that growth and healing are always possible.

This conversation is for anyone who has ever walked away from a tense exchange wishing they’d handled it differently and is ready to discover tools to respond with greater ease, empathy, and strength.

Let this episode remind you: every difficult behavior carries a message and when we listen beneath the surface, transformation begins.

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In this episode of Soul Therapy, with Chelle, I’m joined by the brilliant Rachel Samson and Dr. Jessie Stern, co-authors of Beyond Difficult, a guide to understanding and navigating challenging relationships.

What begins as a lighthearted introduction quickly deepens into a powerful conversation about why people can be “difficult,” how our own triggers shape interactions, and how compassion and curiosity can shift the way we respond.

Rachel and Jessie share the story of how they met across continents, the surprising path that led them to write Beyond Difficult, and the realities of creating a book in the “margins” of busy lives from parenting toddlers to juggling academic careers.

We talk about:

• Why “difficult” behavior is often a reflection of vulnerability, not malice

• The parenting lens that helps reframe adult conflict with compassion

• The role of personalisation and how to stop taking others’ behavior so personally

• Practical strategies for managing tricky moments with grace

• The friendship and collaboration that brought Beyond Difficult to life

Rachel and Jessie speak with warmth, humor, and candor about their own writing journeys, the lessons they’ve learned through research and clinical work, and why building self-awareness is key to healthier relationships.

This is a conversation for anyone navigating tension whether at work, at home, or in everyday encounters, and wanting tools to respond with clarity and heart.

Let this episode remind you: understanding others starts with understanding what’s underneath the behavior in front of you.

Connect with Rachel SamsonInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/australianpsychologist/  Website: https://www.samsonandbulluss.com/index.php/Home 

Connect with Dr. Jessie Stern:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drjessiestern/  Website: https://www.drjessiestern.com/  Connect with Me: Instagram: @_chellegriffin_ Facebook: Michelle Griffin Psychotherapist & Intuitive Guide TikTok: @‌soultherapy.with LinkedIn: michelle-griffin-325075127 Website: http://www.chellegriffin.com

In this episode of Soul Therapy with Chelle, we return for part two of my heart-opening conversation with the radiant Ashleigh Conwell, widowed at 29 while pregnant with triplets - as we continue exploring the many layers of grief, resilience, and the quiet art of finding joy again.

What begins as a reflection on the depth of grief quickly expands into a conversation about cultural narratives around mourning, the evolving practices of self-care, and the importance of discernment in seeking support. Ashleigh shares candidly about therapy, intuition, and why healing is not about being “fixed” but about continual transformation.

We talk about:

• Why grief is never linear and why every loss is valid

• Navigating the duality of raising children while grieving deeply

• The myth of stoicism in grief and how culture shapes the way we mourn

• Redefining self-care as small, moment-to-moment choices

• The courage to trust intuition when seeking support and therapy

• Stepping into your power, owning your story, and embracing transformation

Ashleigh shares with unfiltered honesty from finding the right therapist, to letting go of guilt around rest, to creating resources for others walking their own grief journey. Her story is not one of being “fixed,” but of honoring the ongoing evolution of life after loss.

This is a conversation for anyone navigating grief while holding space for others, for mothers balancing too much, or for anyone longing for permission to pause, soften, and reclaim their power.

Let this episode remind you: transformation is not a destination, but a continual unfolding.

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In this episode of Soul Therapy with Chelle, we open part one of my deeply moving conversation with the luminous Ashleigh Conwell founder of Yellow Falcon, speaker, and mum to triplets, as she shares her lived experience of love, loss, and the ongoing journey of resilience.

What begins as a tender recount of losing her husband while 17 weeks pregnant soon unfolds into a conversation about the paradox of grief and joy, the polarities of birth and death, and how presence both chosen and demanded, shapes the path forward.

We talk about:

• The dual reality of preparing for a new life while grieving an unimaginable loss

• Why resilience is not a checklist but a lifelong practice

• Navigating motherhood through sleep deprivation, grief, and the myth of “doing it all”

• The complex layers of lineage, absence, and the grief our children carry too

• Rituals of remembrance and the courage to set sacred boundaries on milestone days

• The healing power of children’s laughter, love, and perspective

Ashleigh shares with open-hearted vulnerability her story of loss, lineage, and love woven into the everyday moments of nappies, bottles, and bedtime stories. She reminds us that grief is never linear, never finite it ebbs, flows, and asks us to keep showing up.

This is a conversation for anyone navigating the raw edges of grief, the weight of responsibility, or the tender beauty of life’s polarities.

Let this episode be a reminder: even in the heaviest of seasons, light can still pour in through the cracks.

Connect with Ashleigh Conwell:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ashleigh.conwell/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ashleigh.conwell  Website: https://www.yellowfalcon.com.au 

Connect with Me: Instagram: @_chellegriffin_ Facebook: Michelle Griffin Psychotherapist & Intuitive Guide TikTok: @‌soultherapy.with LinkedIn: michelle-griffin-325075127 Website: http://www.chellegriffin.com

In this episode of Soul Therapy with Chelle, we return for part two of my heart-opening conversation with the luminous Rachael Coopes, as we continue exploring the many textures of forgiveness, how it lives in the body, unfolds over time, and asks us to meet ourselves exactly where we are.

What begins as a conversation about healing quickly flows into the deeper undercurrents of womanhood, burnout, single parenting, emotional suppression, and the quiet courage of reframing our lives, moment by moment, choice by choice.

We talk about:

• The myth of the “superwoman” and why it’s time to let her go

• How unprocessed stress and resentment take root in the body

• The emotional cost of doing it all—and the sacred art of asking for help

• Why forgiveness is not denial, but radical self-responsibility

• Letting go of perfection and learning to reframe life’s unexpected detours

• The power of presence, repair, and honoring our limits without shame

Rachael shares personal stories from motherhood and chronic fatigue to falling on the day of a long-dreamed Paris trip and how these moments became portals to deeper connection, rest, and surrender.

This is a conversation for anyone holding too much, running on empty, or wondering if it’s okay to slow down and just be. Spoiler: it is. And it’s necessary.

Let this episode be a gentle exhale permission to soften, recalibrate, and remember that healing is not a destination, but a practice.

You're not behind. You're right on time.

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In this episode of Soul Therapy with Chelle, I’m joined by the radiant and deeply thoughtful Rachael Coopes as we explore the vast and tender landscape of forgiveness. Rachael actor, writer, yoga teacher, and author, shares the heart behind her third book, The Art of Forgiveness, a soulfully curated guide that weaves personal stories, philosophy, neuroscience, and quiet wisdom into something truly transformative.

What unfolds is not a how-to, but a gentle companion for anyone walking the long road back to themselves through anger, regret, resentment, or loss.

We talk about:

• Why forgiveness is not linear and how it rarely looks the way we expect

• The health consequences of holding on to pain, and how stress embeds in the body

• How storytelling and curiosity shaped the book’s unexpected form

• Rachael’s experience as a single mother, burnout, and the moment her body said “enough”

• The quiet power of presence, accountability, and self-compassion

• Why forgiving ourselves may be the hardest and holiest work of all

This is not just a conversation about a book it’s an exploration of what it means to be human, messy, and still worthy of healing.

If you’ve ever felt stuck in your pain or unsure where to begin the process of letting go, this episode is your invitation to take one small step inward. Gently. At your own pace.

This one will sit in your heart long after it ends.

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In this episode of Soul Therapy, with Chelle, I return for part two of my deep and powerful conversation with Coach Carly Evans. Together, we journey through the emotional landscapes of trauma, healing, and reconnection—with ourselves, with each other, and with what truly matters.

This time, we explore how disconnection—especially in men—can lead to generational pain, unspoken emotion, and a society that shames vulnerability. Carly opens up about what it means to build a conscious relationship, the myths of masculine identity, and the importance of emotional literacy and self-knowing in both men and women.

We talk about:

• Why healing starts with self-connection, not just with your partner

• The illusion of two halves making a whole (and what real partnership looks like)

• Midlife crisis, masculine burnout, and the longing for deeper meaning

• How ancient cultures initiated boys into manhood—and what’s been lost

• Parenting, emotional regulation, and the path to inner balance

• Past lives, spirit guides, and the beautiful mystery of remembering who we are

This conversation moves through both the practical and the spiritual,  anchored in compassion, truth, and a deep desire for change. For anyone feeling the weight of the world and longing for a more connected way of being, this episode is both a balm and a nudge.

To the men doing the work, and the women holding space—we see you. We need you. And we’re so glad you’re here.

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In this episode of Soul Therapy, with Chelle, I sit down with the fierce and insightful Coach Carly Evans, a former probation and parole officer turned trauma-informed coach and energy healer. Together, we explore the hidden and often misunderstood layers of abuse especially the kind that leaves no visible scars.

Carly opens up about her 18-year career in corrections, working across London, Sydney, and Perth with high-risk domestic violence offenders. Her lived experience, both personal and professional, offers a rare and powerful perspective on the systemic, cultural, and emotional dynamics of abuse and the journey it takes to truly heal.

We talk about:

• What working with male abusers taught her about power, control, and change

• The nervous system’s role in burnout, trauma, and recovery

• Why not all abuse is physical and why we need to name it anyway

• Her own awakening from years of emotionally abusive relationships

• The energetic path back to self-worth, self-love, and freedom

• How society continues to silence women and why that needs to change

This is part one of a potent, confronting, and deeply empowering conversation. Please take care: if you're feeling tender around topics of domestic violence or emotional abuse, feel free to return when you’re ready.

For the woman reclaiming her voice, her energy, and her truth - this one is for you.

Connect with Coach Carly:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coachcarlyevans/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/coachcarly/ Website: https://coachcarly.com/

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In this episode of Soul Therapy ,with Chelle I reconnect with the wise and luminous Elinor Moshe as we dive deeper into what it means to unravel, rest and return to soul. Our conversation flows through past lives, conscious partnership, and the quiet power of the divine feminine.

What unfolded felt like a remembering - not just of self, but of what our world desperately needs: space, softness, and presence. Elinor opened up about her journey through layers of conditioning, burnout, and ego identity, and how she's stepping into a more soul-led, liberated life.

We talk about:

• The illusion of productivity and the truth behind rest
• How trauma patterns play out in love, business and healing
• Letting go of the pressure to be a "hustler" in a spiritual world
• Creating space for others by learning to hold space for ourselves
• reclaimining self-worth outside of comparison and performance
• Asking: how do I want to return my soul at the end of this life?

This is a deep, resonant conversaton for anyone ready to meet themselves beyond the noise.

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