Today, I’m exploring how we can break free from procrastination, perfectionism, and pleasing people. These patterns keep us stuck, and I’m here to help you move beyond them so you can start living a purpose-driven, soul-aligned life. 

I’m sharing one of my favorite tools - The Adult Chair® model - which helps us work with different parts of ourselves, like our inner child and adolescent parts, to create real, lasting change from the inside out. I’ll walk you through practical steps to connect with these parts, understand their roles, and begin transforming them. I’m also sharing client stories and guided exercises to help you apply this work in your own life. 

In this episode, you’ll hear:

• How to move past procrastination, perfectionism, and people pleasing

• Practical steps to connect with, understand, and transform your parts

• Client stories and real-life examples that bring this process to life

• Guided imagery and simple tools you can start using today

Resources from this Episode:

The Adult Chair book is NOW AVAILABLE!

MORE MICHELLE CHALFANT

Website: https://www.michellechalfant.com

Membership: The Academy of Awakening https://www.theacademyofawakening.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themichellechalfant

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The Adult Chair® Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/theadultchair

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/Michellechalfant

Today, I’m diving into a really important topic - how to recognize toxic relationships. These relationships can sneak into our lives and slowly chip away at our self-worth if we don’t know what to look for. 

I’m sharing why we sometimes attract these patterns, often because of unresolved childhood wounds, and I’ll walk you through six key signs that can help you spot toxicity early on. We’ll talk about feelings of dread, gaslighting, blame, and other subtle behaviors that can leave us feeling confused and small. I’m also sharing some personal stories and real-life examples to help bring this to life. 

In this episode, you’ll hear:

• How to recognize toxic relationships and their warning signs

• Why I believe unresolved childhood wounds draw us into these patterns

• The six key signs of toxicity, including gaslighting and blame

• Personal stories and real-life examples from my own journey

• How to start rebuilding self-esteem and setting healthy boundaries

Resources from this Episode:

The Adult Chair book is NOW AVAILABLE!

MORE MICHELLE CHALFANT

Website: https://www.michellechalfant.com

Membership: The Academy of Awakening https://www.theacademyofawakening.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themichellechalfant

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheMichelleChalfant

The Adult Chair® Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/theadultchair

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/Michellechalfant

Today, I am diving deep into the concept of control and how to release its grip on our lives and others. I introduce six control-busting truths designed to help mitigate the fear-driven need to control everything. 

Drawing from personal experiences as a recovering control freak, I discuss the impact of control on mental health and daily life, the connection to codependency, and the extreme exhaustion that comes from trying to maintain control. We explore the importance of accepting things as they are, trusting the process, and challenging our controlling nature to create a more peaceful existence. 

Tune in to learn practical steps to transform your inner perfectionist and live in a more relaxed and authentic state.

In this episode, I cover:

• Understanding the roots and impact of control

• Exploring the link between control and codependency

• Key truths to help break the need for control

• Shifting inward, challenging thoughts, and practicing acceptance

• Trusting the process and taking small steps toward freedom

Resources from this Episode:

The Adult Chair book is NOW AVAILABLE!

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MORE MICHELLE CHALFANT

Website: https://www.michellechalfant.com

Membership: The Academy of Awakening https://www.theacademyofawakening.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themichellechalfant

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheMichelleChalfant

The Adult Chair® Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/theadultchair

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/Michellechalfant

Today, I am delving into the concept of triggers and how they reflect our unconscious beliefs. I share my personal experience with a recent trigger and explain step-by-step how I processed and resolved it using the Adult Chair model. 

I demonstrate how identifying and integrating our unconscious parts can lead to emotional healing and self-awareness.

In this episode, I cover:

• Understanding what emotional triggers are and how they show up

• A personal story about navigating a triggering moment

• An emotional breakthrough and steps toward healing

Resources from this Episode:

The Adult Chair book is NOW AVAILABLE!

MORE MICHELLE CHALFANT

Website: https://www.michellechalfant.com

Membership: The Academy of Awakening https://www.theacademyofawakening.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themichellechalfant

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheMichelleChalfant

The Adult Chair® Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/theadultchair

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/Michellechalfant

I had the absolute joy of sitting down with hypnotherapist Sarah Breskman Cosme for a truly eye-opening conversation. Sarah’s journey from a challenging childhood to becoming a master hypnotist is nothing short of inspiring. In this episode, we explore how hypnotherapy changed her life, her incredible training with Dr. Brian Weiss and Dolores Cannon, and how she now helps others heal through past life regressions and by tapping into higher consciousness.

Sarah shares powerful lessons from her clients, the magic of self-hypnosis, and her perspective on the global awakening that’s unfolding right now. This conversation is packed with wisdom about self-healing, spiritual growth, and what it really means to live in alignment with your true self.

In this episode, you’ll hear:

• Sarah’s journey from childhood struggles to becoming a master hypnotherapist

• How hypnotherapy and past life regression can support deep healing

• Lessons from training with Dr. Brian Weiss and Dolores Cannon

• The power of self-hypnosis and tuning into higher consciousness

• Insights on the global awakening and aligning with your true self

Resources from this Episode:

Sarah’s Website: www.theholistichypnotist.com

Find all of Sarah’s books on Amazon! 

Brian Weiss’ Many Lives, Many Masters book

The Adult Chair book is NOW AVAILABLE!

MORE MICHELLE CHALFANT

Website: https://www.michellechalfant.com

Membership: The Academy of Awakening https://www.theacademyofawakening.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themichellechalfant

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheMichelleChalfant

The Adult Chair® Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/theadultchair

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/Michellechalfant

Join me on this enlightening episode as I welcome Marie Manuchehri, an intuitive healer and former oncology nurse. 

Marie shares her fascinating journey from a holistic upbringing to discovering her psychic abilities while working with cancer patients. She discusses how she navigated the medical field and transitioned into energy healing, emphasizing the importance of self-love and maintaining high vibrational energy. We dive into topics like the healing power of perception, the role of emotions in physical health, and how to enhance your intuitive capabilities.

In this episode, you’ll hear: 

• What energy healing and medical intuition look like in practice

• How unprocessed emotions can show up in the body

• The power of self-love, empathy, and self-compassion in healing

• How to reconnect with your body and hear its messages

• What it means to align with your soul’s purpose and intuition

Resources from this Episode:

Marie’s website: https://energyintuitive.com/ 

Marie’s podcast: The Marie Manuchehri Podcast

Marie’s book: Intuitive Self-Healing

The Coaching Certification program is now open: theadultchair.com/certification

The Adult Chair book is NOW AVAILABLE!

MORE MICHELLE CHALFANT

Website: https://www.michellechalfant.com

Membership: The Academy of Awakening https://www.theacademyofawakening.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themichellechalfant

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheMichelleChalfant

The Adult Chair® Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/theadultchair

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/Michellechalfant

On today’s show, I sit down with author and speaker Cathy Heller to discuss her book, 'Abundant Ever After: Tools for Creating a Life of Prosperity and Ease.' Cathy shares her personal journey from a challenging childhood to discovering the true meaning of abundance through spiritual teachings and personal growth. 

We delve into deep topics such as the philosophy of Kabbalah, the importance of receiving, setting intentions, and finding purpose. Cathy also offers practical advice for establishing a morning routine and cultivating a mindset of abundance and self-worth.

In this episode, you’ll hear: 

• Cathy’s personal journey from struggle to abundance and the spiritual awakening she experienced in Jerusalem

• A powerful distinction between the Law of Attraction and the often-overlooked Law of Reception

• How to align with abundance by tuning into flow, worthiness, and the deeper meaning of happiness

• The importance of living authentically, following your soul’s path, and creating a soul-aligned morning routine

• Why receiving is just as powerful as giving, and how it opens the door to oneness and true abundance

Resources from this Episode:

Cathy’s website: https://www.cathyheller.com/ 

Follow Kathy: @cathy.heller

Cathy’s Book: Abundant Ever After

The Coaching Certification program is now open: theadultchair.com/certification

The Adult Chair book is NOW AVAILABLE!

MORE MICHELLE CHALFANT

Website: https://www.michellechalfant.com

Membership: The Academy of Awakening https://www.theacademyofawakening.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themichellechalfant

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheMichelleChalfant

The Adult Chair® Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/theadultchair

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/Michellechalfant

In today’s episode, I sit down with LaShonda Walker, one of my esteemed coaches, to discuss the profound impact of the Adult Chair model on various aspects of life. LaShonda shares how the model has helped her in parenting, navigating triggers, and maintaining peace. 

We delve into the generational healing that arises from using the model and how it has transformed relationships within families. LaShonda also highlights the importance of emotional awareness and the power of intuition.

In this episode, you’ll hear: 

• Insights on parenting through the Adult Chair and building deeper connections with children

• How understanding and managing emotions can lead to lasting healing

• The connection between emotional health and physical well-being

• Breaking generational patterns and cultivating self-compassion through slowing down

Resources from this Episode:

LaShonda’s website: A New Life Story | Discover Emotional Growth

Follow LaShonda: @anewlifestorycoach

LaShonda’s Podcast:  A New Life Story

The Adult Chair book is NOW AVAILABLE!

MORE MICHELLE CHALFANT

Website: https://www.michellechalfant.com

Membership: The Academy of Awakening https://www.theacademyofawakening.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themichellechalfant

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheMichelleChalfant

The Adult Chair® Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/theadultchair

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/Michellechalfant

This week, I’m joined by Thais Gibson, an expert in personal development and the subconscious mind. Thais shares her journey from being a sensitive child in a chaotic home to becoming a leader in subconscious reprogramming.

We dive into the roots of limiting beliefs, how our early experiences shape attachment styles, and what it really takes to heal. Thais brings so much wisdom and practical insight to this conversation, especially around building self-esteem, setting boundaries, and healing the inner child.

In this episode, you’ll hear: 

• The truth about where limiting beliefs come from

• Tools for reprogramming the subconscious mind

• The four main attachment styles and how they form

• Why setting boundaries is an act of self-love

• How to heal the inner child and shift attachment patterns

Resources from this Episode:

Thais’ Website: https://www.personaldevelopmentschool.com 

Free Attachment Style Quiz: https://attachment.personaldevelopmentschool.com 

Follow Thais on social media and YouTube for more.

The Adult Chair book is NOW AVAILABLE!

MORE MICHELLE CHALFANT

Website: https://www.michellechalfant.com

Membership: The Academy of Awakening https://www.theacademyofawakening.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themichellechalfant

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheMichelleChalfant

The Adult Chair® Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/theadultchair

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/Michellechalfant

May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and it’s a great time to check in with yourself. In this episode, I’m answering a question I hear all the time: How do I know if I’m in my Adult Chair?

I explain what it looks like when you’re stuck in ego or fear, and how different life feels when you’re grounded, present, and connected to your truth. I’m also sharing simple tools I use to stay in my adult chair each day.

If you’re new to The Adult Chair or just need a refresher, this is a great episode to tune into.

In this episode, I cover:

• What it means to live in your Adult Chair

• How to spot ego-based thoughts

• Why presence and trust matter

• Ways to connect with your inner knowing

Resources from this Episode:

The Adult Chair book is NOW AVAILABLE!

MORE MICHELLE CHALFANT

Website: https://www.michellechalfant.com

Membership: The Academy of Awakening https://www.theacademyofawakening.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themichellechalfant

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheMichelleChalfant

The Adult Chair® Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/theadultchair

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/Michellechalfant