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In this episode of the Brighter Podcast, we sit down with BatSheva for a deeply personal and honest conversation about her life, experiences, healing journey, relationships, spirituality, and the moments that shaped who she is today.

This episode feels less like an interview and more like getting to truly know someone, the highs, the struggles, the lessons, and the perspective that comes from living through it all.

BatSheva shares stories and reflections with so much openness that it naturally makes you reflect on your own life, growth, and the way we navigate change as humans.

If you enjoy meaningful conversations that feel real, grounded, and human, this is an episode you’ll want to stay all the way through for.

Resources & Mentions:
• https://toshasilver.com
• https://mamagenas.com (P#ssy Book)
• http://www.dhamma.org (Vipassana – 10 Day Silent Meditation Retreat)

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How does a Critical Care RN with 15+ years on the front lines transition into breathwork, sound therapy, and "playful healing"?

In this week’s episode of the Brighter Podcast, BatSheva sits down with the incredible Chelsea Goodtime to dive deep into her journey of shedding the "hustle" and embracing the light.

In this episode, we explore: 🌱 Chelsea’s transition from constant striving to creating a home sanctuary. 💞 Her 12-year love story with Hunter and the lessons of blending families. 🧘 The pivotal moments—from yoga in 2012 to the shifts of the COVID era—that redefined her view of healthcare and money. 🎭 The story behind the name "Goodtime" and choosing a life of play over shame.

Chelsea also shares her "10 Sources of Brightness" and her mission through Soul Script Life. Whether you’re feeling burnt out or just looking for a reason to breathe a little deeper today, this conversation is for you.

No Bad Parts Book by Richard Schwartz, IFS (Internal Family Systems) https://ifs-institute.com/nobadparts
Layla Martin https://laylamartin.com (tantric and sexual healing and coaching practice)
⁠Michael Singer https://untetheredsoul.com

#BrighterPodcast #Breathwork #YogaJourney #SoulScriptLife #HealingJourney #PersonalGrowth

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Why is it so hard to speak our truth sometimes? In this episode of the Brighter Podcast, BatSheva and Chelsea dive deep into the power—and the challenge—of finding your voice.

From navigating political "bubbles" and opposing views to breaking the cycle of intergenerational silence, this conversation is all about moving from a reactive state to a responsive one.

What’s inside this episode:

• Political vs. Personal: How we learn where it’s "safe" to speak and where we stay quiet.
• The "Good Girl" Conditioning: Why women are often taught to stay silent and how to break that mold.
• Healing Ancestral Silence: Understanding how the silence of those before us impacts our voice today.
• Spirituality as Strength: Using your values to protect the vulnerable and confront what’s wrong.

JEFF FOSTER: https://jefffosteronline.com

Whether it’s a small everyday moment or a massive cultural movement like #MeToo, speaking up shines a light that creates real change. 💡

Tune in now to find where your voice is needed most.

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In the final episode of our three-part series on meaningful relationships, Chelsea and BatSheva dive into the wisdom of the Soma—exploring how our bodies hold the patterns of our past and the keys to our future intimacy.

We often think of relationships as a meeting of minds, but our nervous systems are the ones truly running the show. From childhood adaptations to "false intimacy" and the journey toward bodily trust, this conversation explores how somatic work transforms the way we show up for ourselves and others.

In this episode, we discuss:

Healing the "False Intimacy" Cycle: BatSheva shares her raw journey from using the body as a tool to finding true integration through breathwork, yoga, and Vipassana.

What "Somatic" Really Means: Moving beyond the physical to understand the emotional and spiritual patterns stored in our cells.

Building Somatic Trust: How listening to your body’s "red flag" signals can strengthen your boundaries and resilience in dating.

Nervous System Regulation: Understanding how our bodies protect us and how to release stored emotions to make room for deeper connection.

Close out this series with us as we practice a guided breathing exercise and share our latest "Daily W" wins!

- The Brighter Podcast Website: www.brighterandbrighter.life
- Vipassana: www.dhamma.org
- Mama Gena: https://mamagenas.com (P#ssy Book)
- Layla Martin: https://laylamartin.com (tantric and sexual healing and coaching practice)
- BatSheva’s somatic therapist/coach friend Maria: https://theawakenedchoice.com
- “The Body Keeps the Score “(book): https://www.besselvanderkolk.com/resources/the-body-keeps-the-score
- John Sarno Book “Healing Back Pain”: https://www.sarnoclinic.com/tag/dr-john-sarno/ (audio and physical book available on all platforms that sells books)
- EMDR Therapy: https://www.emdria.org/about-emdr-therapy/

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In Part 2 of our Relationship Series, we’re asking the big question: Is the goal of self-care just to show up for ourselves, or is it about showing up for others, too?

BatSheva and Chelsea dive into the power of the “Empathetic Witness”—the idea (from The Body Keeps the Score) that true healing requires being seen and heard by a safe community. From our daily "Ws" practice to finding spaces free of judgment and power dynamics, we’re exploring how internal resilience and external support go hand-in-hand.

Inside this episode: 🌬️ A guided breath reset to start your day. 🤝 How honest "truth-telling" builds unshakable friendships. 🔍 Finding supportive groups without the shame or hierarchy. ❤️ A final "Wish" for more humanity and love in our current times.

THE BODY KEEPS THE SCORE BOOK https://www.besselvanderkolk.com/resources/the-body-keeps-the-score

TOSHA SILVER, OUTRAGEOUS OPENNESS BOOK https://toshasilver.com

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What does it actually mean to live in the "frequency of truth"? 🐝✨

In Part 1 of our new mini-series, Chelsea and BatSheva dive deep into why we lie, how honesty shifts our relationships, and the power of staying aligned with your inner knowing. From marriage "van talks" to the tools that keep us grounded, we’re exploring how raw honesty—though sometimes uncomfortable—is the ultimate path to growth.

Are you a "Brighter Bee"? Listen in and pollinate some positivity today! 🌸

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Life is one giant trip—one minute you’re riding the highest highs, and the next, things can feel completely unpredictable. In our latest episode of the Brighter Podcast, we’re diving deep into what it actually means to "surrender to the waves." 🎢✨

Co-hosts BatSheva and Chelsea get real about:

• The Power of Breath: A grounding exercise to help you find your center.
• Mindfulness Roots: How a 10-day silent retreat changed their perspective on life’s "terrifying" moments.
• Navigating Transitions: BatSheva opens up about the emotional waves of a recent breakup and the self-reflection helping her through.
• Your Toolkit: Why community, meditation, and journaling are non-negotiable when life keeps changing.

Whether you're riding a high or waiting for a tough moment to move over, remember: this too shall pass. Sit back, breathe, and join the conversation.

🎙️ Inside the Episode:

• 00:38 – Grounding Breaths 🧘‍♀️
• 01:43 – Surrendering to the Waves 🌊
• 09:58 – Navigating Emotional Waves & Heartbreak
• 21:16 – The Importance of Community Support 🤝
• 24:22 – Daily Wins, Wows, and Wishes

Deepak Chopra 21 Day Abundance Meditation Program: https://open.spotify.com/show/0LtsgWkOpLdYR7wK0senTX?si=7453d6fc750a4823

Meditation App: https://insighttimer.com

Elizabeth Gillber’s new book All the Way to the River: https://www.elizabethgilbert.com

Alan Watts: https://alanwatts.org

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Are you choosing your year, or is your year choosing you? 🌿

The newest episode of the Brighter Podcast is officially live! Join hosts Chelsea and BatSheva as they reflect on the lessons of 2025 and dive into a live discussion on selecting empowering words for 2026.

From finding joy in the small things to having the courage to speak up for what you desire, this episode is packed with insights on personal growth and maintaining your center.

Episode Highlights:

• Reflecting on the "Trust & Balance" of 2025
• Live word selection for 2026
• Finding your "Rooted" place in a busy world
• Daily Wins & Words of Wisdom

Subscribe and join the community as we navigate 2026 together.

myintent.org - “word of the year” bracelets and DIY kits to make your own!

https://laylamartin.com (tantric and sexual healing and coaching practice)

https://www.emilynagoski.com/books Come as You Are book by Emily Nagoski about female pleasure and orgasm

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Permission to Rest: Why "Doing Nothing" is Actually Doing Something 🌿

The New Year usually comes with a loud message: Go, go, go! But what if your body is telling you to stay under the covers a little longer? 🛌✨

In this week’s episode of the Brighter Podcast, BatSheva and Chelsea are getting real about the pressure to be productive when all we really want to do is hibernate. We’re breaking down why society makes us feel guilty for resting and why "permission to rest" is actually a vital ingredient for your growth, clarity, and creativity.

In this episode, we explore:

✅ The science behind why your brain needs "stillness" to stay sharp.

✅ Why New Year’s resolutions often clash with our natural biological rhythms.

✅ Practical ways to practice self-compassion when you’re feeling burnt out.

✅ Our "Daily W" (Wins, Wows, and Wishes) focused on renewal.

Stop fighting the urge to slow down. Tune in and learn how to honor your body’s needs without the guilt. It's time to embrace the art of stillness.

🎧 Listen now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite platform!

How are you resting today? Tell us one way you’re choosing stillness this week in the comments! 👇

DEEPAK CHOPRA 21 DAY ABUNDANCE PROGRAM: https://open.spotify.com/show/0LtsgWkOpLdYR7wK0senTX?si=dc21d56499fc4add

#BrighterPodcast #PermissionToRest #SlowLiving #SelfCareMatters #MindfulNewYear #RestIsProductive #BatShevaAndChelsea

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As we close out our first year of podcasting, Chelsea & BatSheva hit pause, breathe together, and reflect on everything 2025 taught us 🌱

From meditation, boundaries, and body wellness to creativity, self love, woo woo practices, and trusting divine timing, this episode is a full circle moment. We talk growth, energy protection, manifestation, relationships, pleasure, and what it really means to step into your individuality.

This isn’t just a recap, it’s an invitation.
To slow down.
To reflect.
To choose balance.
And to step into a brighter 2026 with intention ✨

Join the Brighter community and celebrate the journey with us.
Happy New Year 🤍

www.dhamma.org
https://drmindypelz.com
https://www.soulscription.life
https://the-confidence-coach.org
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