YourChapters,YourStory

In this solo episode of Your Chapters, Your Story, Teresa Schindlbeck explores a fear most of us never say out loud—the fear of what if it actually works out. We talk a lot about failure, but the truth is, success can feel even scarier. Because when it works, you don’t get to hide anymore. You have to rise. You have to step into the version of you who stops playing small—and that can feel overwhelming. Through personal stories, real-life reflection, and gentle challenge, Teresa unpacks what it really means to embrace your fullest potential. She breaks down why we procrastinate, shrink ourselves, and sabotage our growth… and how to begin rewriting that narrative. If you’ve ever felt called to something bigger—but found yourself pulling back just before the breakthrough—this episode is your invitation to show up anyway. Because the life you want? It might not be what you’re afraid of. It might be what you’re made for.

In today’s episode, I sit down with Crystal, who opens up about losing her brother to suicide at just 15, and how that trauma shaped her identity, relationships, and spiritual path. We talk about growing up in a divided family, turning to religion for safety, navigating divorce, and the fear of repeating generational pain. Crystal shares her journey of leaving the Mormon church, confronting love addiction, and learning how to date with authenticity in her 40s. This conversation is all about healing the inner child, choosing love over fear, and building relationships rooted in truth—not trauma.

Natasha is one of my closest friends, and this conversation is raw, real, and deeply personal. Natasha opens up about the heartbreak of divorce and the emotional toll of her husband’s affair. She shares how faith became her anchor in the storm, guiding her through the pain and into healing. But it goes deeper—Natasha also reveals the long-lasting effects of childhood abuse at just six years old and how it shaped her journey. This conversation isn’t just about surviving—it’s about rebuilding. It’s about choosing faith over fear, self-worth over shame, and strength over the past. Natasha’s story is a testament to resilience, and her wisdom will leave you inspired to step into your own healing. Don’t miss this one.

In this episode, Teresa Schindlbeck sits down with Jamie, who opens up about the raw realities of grief, loss, and the complexities of parenting a child with neurofibromatosis. Jamie shares deeply personal reflections on her childhood, the devastating loss of her brother, and how those experiences shaped her outlook on life and motherhood. Together, Teresa and Jamie explore the lasting impact of loss, the challenges of raising a child with special needs, and the importance of finding community and self-love through it all. This conversation is a testament to the power of resilience, vulnerability, and the healing that comes from sharing our stories.

In Episode 3 -We’re getting real. Raw. Honest. My guest, Holly, a physician assistant, is here to share her incredible journey—one that took her from years of silence and pain in an abusive relationship to a place of strength, healing, and self-worth. We break it all down. The childhood experiences that shaped her, the patterns she didn’t even realize she was stuck in, and the wake-up call that pushed her to finally say, 'Enough.' Holly opens up about the moment she realized therapy wasn’t just an option—it was a necessity. And she gets brutally honest about what it took to start the healing process, step by step, even when it felt impossible.

We talk about PTSD, the sneaky way unhealthy behaviors become ‘normal,’ and how hard it is to walk away from something that’s been your reality for so long. And let’s be real—leaving isn’t just about packing a bag and walking out the door. It’s messy. It’s terrifying. But Holly’s story proves that it’s also the most powerful, life-changing decision you can make for yourself.

Self-love? It’s not just a buzzword. It’s the foundation for breaking free. Holly and I dive into what it really means to choose yourself, even when it feels like the hardest thing in the world. And the best part? When you do, you unlock a level of strength you didn’t even know you had.

Taking action, even when you’re scared out of your mind, is the key. Healing isn’t linear, and it sure as hell isn’t easy, but as Holly’s journey shows, it’s 100% possible. This episode is for anyone who’s ever felt stuck, unseen, or afraid to take the next step. You’re not alone. And you’re not broken. You’re just in the middle of your story. Tune in and let’s talk about how you take back your power—starting today.

What do you do when the person who was supposed to protect you is the one who handed you over to pain? In this episode, Teresa Schindlbeck gets real about the hardest thing she’s ever had to do—forgive her mother for promoting the abuse that nearly broke her. She dives into the raw, messy, and life-changing journey of healing—how therapy, mentorship, and one pivotal weekend retreat changed everything. You’ll hear about the moment she realized forgiveness wasn’t about her mom—it was about her own freedom. This episode is about more than trauma—it’s about breaking the cycles, facing the past, and turning pain into purpose. If you’re holding on to something heavy, this one’s for you.

Let’s get real—I should have been another statistic. My own mother allowed my sexual abuse, I became a teen mom at 16, and for years, I felt trapped in a cycle I never chose. But I made a decision: My past would not define me. In this raw, unfiltered episode of Your Chapters, Your Story, I sit down with a close friend to share the details I’ve never spoken about publicly—the truth of my childhood, the betrayal, the pain, and how I turned it into fuel to build a million-dollar company in my early 20's and change my future. If you think your past is holding you back, this episode will prove that you have the power to own your story and rewrite your life.

Step into Your Chapters, Your Story with Teresa—where no topic is off-limits, and every conversation hits deep. This isn’t just a podcast—it’s raw, real, and unfiltered. We’re talking about the moments that break us, the choices that define us, and the power we have to take it all back and rewrite our story.

New season begins Feb 18th. New episodes drop every Tuesday.