I want to start out by saying how grateful I am that you're here and for all of the wonderful words of praise, blessings, and love that you've shared with me over the past several months! Thank you from the bottom of my heart! I encourage you to take a moment to pause and recognize something that you yourself are grateful for! Today we are talking about surrendering. Now, surrendering doesn't mean that we're giving up. In fact, it actually means that we are making ourselves available to co-creat...
Aug 11, 2020•24 min
Front porch swing, morning coffee, rainy weather, mountains, birds, cool breeze...this is the setting for today's episode in Virginia! What an awesome life this is we are living. Doing something a little different today in that I'm coming to you straight from the front porch swing of the home we are staying out in Monterey, VA in the mountains! My heart is so full of all the love and light surrounding me on my birthday week, and on this much-needed vacation. Join me today as I share about our tr...
Aug 04, 2020•27 min
It's my birthday tomorrow, July 29th! I wanted to celebrate turning 39 with you by sharing 39 lessons that I've learned over these 39 years of living. In no particular order here they are! Your foundation is vital - what are your core values, your beliefs? With a solid foundation, nothing can shake you! Remove what no longer serves you - Rid yourself of things/people/habits/beliefs that no longer serve you! If it's not helping you, get rid of it. Live life fully - One of my biggest core beliefs....
Jul 28, 2020•31 min
So, something has been off the last few days and I want to dig deep with you. With everything going on in the world, with family, kiddos, safety, money, relationship, racial injustice... the energy overall can feel heavy. Anyone else feeling this? Just to be clear, I want to let you know that whatever you're feeling is perfect. Whether that's good or bad, your feelings are trying to tell you something, to make you become aware, to wake you up. Stop with the negative self-talk. Your feelings are ...
Jul 21, 2020•33 min
Gina Collins is such a ray of sunshine and I always love having her on the show. In this episode, we talk all about following our passions even when that means taking a different direction n our careers. With this new business venture, I was able to see first hand how she's been able to truly share her creativity and bringing forth her subject's true essence. She is truly coming from a place of love and creation by doing what she loves! Talk about inspiring!!! She sheds light on being a multi-pa...
Jul 14, 2020•50 min
When was the last time you lived fully in the moment? Have you ever taken a trip with only one destination in mind…the journey of FUN! Adventure awakens your soul. More than you will ever know. It connects you with nature if you get out the way we do. Being on an epic trip, riding in a car…seeing the sights…new places, small town squares and smiling faces!!! Oh man….just typing this now I am ready to get back out. There is something so life-giving about seeing things for the first time! But you ...
Jul 07, 2020•28 min
Have you heard the saying, "Create before you Consume"? I wanted to take a minute to share my take on this concept and why I feel like tapping into your Inner Child can help bring out your true creative essence! I share the story of playing dress-up as a little girl in my grandmother's clothing. This has carried over to my adult life, and in fact, some of my most favorite memories are dressing up and having FUN with friends at music festivals. When we think back to a who we were as little kids w...
Jun 30, 2020•28 min
So many firsts on this episode! It's the first two-part series, this episode being Part 2! The first time interviewing my husband! The first male I've had on the show! Last week I talked all about this last year's journey without alcohol and the changes and growth that has come along with it...but I couldn't stop there. I wanted to give you an inside look from the eyes of nonother than my best friend, my rock, my confidant, and husband...Ronnie Holden! Ronnie has been an inspiration in my life i...
Jun 23, 2020•32 min
Have you ever considered giving up drinking? Would you call yourself Sober Curious? Do you wonder what life would be like without a need to drink, no more hangovers, full of LIFE??? Well, friend, you are in luck! In Part 1 of this 2 part series, I am sharing what this past year has been like for me without drinking. I share all about how saying NO to what no longer serves me & saying YES to ME has changed my life! It's without a doubt the single best thing I've done with my life. Well up the...
Jun 16, 2020•40 min
What an awesome show we have for you this week! Have you ever talked to someone and instantly knew you'd be friends? Well, that's exactly what happened when I first met Kelsey! Kelsey is a Confidence Coach and recovering perfectionist. She helps women get more out of life, quit comparing themselves, and build their confidence. You MUST check out her binge-worthy blog, Imperfectly Real where she shares amazing tools and relatable stories. You can also sign-up to get her FREE guide, 5 Habits to Le...
Jun 09, 2020•27 min
In today's episode, I am sharing about a few things I love, and why I feel it's soooo important to surround ourselves with loving energy. I also get into the Podcast's recent name change from Chasing Curiosity with Chels to Cuppa Chels. ✌🏼 I discuss the new book, Rebel's Apothecary by Jenny Sansouci , which is totally piquing my curiosity because it taps into the health benefits of medicinal mushrooms and cannabis. If you haven't heard of this book....do yourself a favor and be sure to get a co...
Jun 02, 2020•42 min
Listen in on my amazing and enlightening conversation with Dr. Jen Hardie of Ontario, Canada. Dr. Jen practices naturopathic medicine, which is a holistic way to approach treating her patients and finding the root cause as opposed to treating just the symptoms. While conventional medicine has its place in the world, Dr. Jen believes in digging deep and developing relationships with her patients. She is a big proponent for women's health and we dive deep into how our bodies operate during our men...
May 26, 2020•29 min
Do you vision board? Oh my word…it’s one of my favorite things! And I’m a HUGE advocate for it. Why? Well…for several reasons really. One is because you can take your dreams and find images and words and colors that truly start to make those dreams come to life! You can see it. You can touch it. And you can start to envision yourself having it. Have you ever told yourself, “Someday!!! Some day I will own a house. Someday I will find the love of my life, have a baby, take a road trip across the s...
May 19, 2020•15 min
Have you ever looked at your life and thought…how did I get here? Maybe you're happy with where you are, but it's more likely there are things you'd change or perhaps do differently. For whatever reason, you just can't seem to get out of the rut you're in. You have dreams and goals and plans…but nothing is changing. And you think to yourself…why? Well, I hate to be the bearer of bad news, but the vast majority of why you are where you are is because of the choices you've made along the way. Toug...
May 12, 2020•15 min
Have you ever wondered how you can set yourself up for success? Maybe you're curious about hiring a coach to take you to the next level with your business? Or perhaps you simply need to get into some great habits for a better life? Well, good news my friend! In today's episode, I am interviewing the uber fab, Morgan Gillis, aka The Habits Coach to help you with these questions and more! This kickass woman is making waves in the online coaching industry through her work with millennial entreprene...
May 05, 2020•39 min
STOP! Stop waiting until everything is "perfect" before you start living the life you love! Because...guess what? It's NEVER going to be perfect. "Done is Better Perfect" is a motto I heard from the amazing Jenna Kutcher, and it's one that I have adopted fully. Why? Because I was tired of sitting on the sidelines to my own life. If you are ready to action, to see results, to FINALLY do the thing you've only been talking about for months and even years now, then JUST DO IT ALREADY. The good news ...
Apr 28, 2020•18 min
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to start your own retail business? What about converting a school bus to rent for hosting different events? In this week's episode of the Chasing Curiosity with Chels podcast, I talk with Caitlan Lochridge of To The Moon! She is literally one of the coolest chicks I know! Caitlan is the owner of To The Moon and Luna, her converted school bus turned mobile boutique that features local makers from Austin, Dallas, & Fort Worth areas! Also, Minnie Moo...
Apr 21, 2020•25 min
I get asked a lot, "how do you stay sooo positive?" and "you can't always be in a good mood." Truthfully, no I am not "always" in a positive mood...but 90% of the time...I am! It comes naturally to me, and for those moments/days when it doesn't, I know it won't last long. Some things that help me; 1. Checking in with my emotions. Asking myself how I am feeling, and allowing myself to feel whatever it is, without judgment. 2. Practicing gratitude for all of the goodness in my life. This should co...
Apr 14, 2020•22 min
Holy Moly! This was a ton of fun to record! Today, I am discussing all the self-love goodness and why I no longer drink. Let's just say, alcohol and I are not a match made in Heaven...nope more like worst date nightmares! We start with an intimate journal entry from 2/8/2018 that I read aloud from my personal journal for the first time since I wrote it. It takes me back and moves me deeply. This catapults the conversation! The inner work combined with a whole lot of self-love has given me such a...
Apr 07, 2020•34 min
With COVID-19 keeping everyone indoors, children at home, and parents finding themselves in a new role of homeschooling their children, I wanted to share my conversation with homeschooling expert, Vanessa Vasquez! In this week's episode, Vanessa and I talk about the changes that may occur because of the Corona Virus and our perspective on a possible community paradigm shift! With a speciality in early literacy, a former public school teacher, and a third-generation educator, Vanessa's unique per...
Mar 31, 2020•34 min
Keepin' it real this week...and always. During this crazy time in history, I believe it's important to focus on things that truly make us come alive and live as fully as we can. How do you come alive? What is it that makes you truly makes you feel like YOU?! I want you to take this week and this month to really think about this question. How you ever really stopped to think about what it is you actually like to do? Something that makes me come ALIVE is music and dancing! There is nothing like ja...
Mar 24, 2020•27 min
I wanted to take a moment during this worldwide pandemic, the coronavirus, to give you some tools to remove the fear and get back into a space of LOVE! We have all been affected one way or another by this latest outbreak, and instead of continuing to consume media and feeding your fears, get your energy up by tuning in! 1. Tune in with a moment of silence. How are you feeling right now? 2. Show some gratitude to others! Give gratitude to others! 3. Level up by dancing it out! Shout it out! (you ...
Mar 17, 2020•25 min
Books have been so transformative for me and for good reason. Over the past year, I have been consuming more information via hard copy books and audiobooks. Because I've been reading more, I wanted to share the top 7 books that have really made the biggest difference. Here are several links where you can order the books to start reading yourself. I'd love for you to share with me on Instagram which books you are currently obsessing over. Find me at @thechelseaholden and take a screenshot and tag...
Mar 10, 2020•25 min
What does self-love look like? Do you leave it for Self-Care Sundays? Do you fill your cup first? Join me and my dear friend, Melanie Daigle, as we talk about all things regarding self-love and what that looks like! We dive into tangible tools to use to love yourself best. How to fill your cup first so you can live your best life while pouring out more love onto others. Self-love doesn't have to be left for just Sundays, but if that's where you need to start...then take action today! Grab a cup ...
Feb 25, 2020•24 min
You shouldn't talk about this with friends, family, or co-workers. You shouldn't discuss money or your body. Change is bad. Never talk about your beliefs with others. Maybe you're like me and you've been conditioned to not talk about certain things. But on this episode, I'm breaking the mold! I'm talking about change, my body, money, and God because these are all things I love! And continuing on in the spirit of February, the love month...I feel it's important to share why I love these things. C...
Feb 18, 2020•25 min
Ever wonder about the benefits of CBD with your bath and beauty products? Wonder what it's like to start your own company? Scale your business to bring on a partner? In this episode, I have the honor of interviewing some badass boss babes who open and operate Archaic Revival Collective here in Magnolia, Texas! They handmake bath and beauty products and infuse a lot of these artistic creations with CBD when appropriate. If adding Hemp/CBD adds beneficial elements for their clients...they will add...
Feb 11, 2020•1 hr 50 min
In the spirit of February and Valentine's soon approaching, I wanted to talk about relationships. I have kissed a few frogs in my day before finding my prince. I have had plenty of heartaches, lost myself, been in an abusive relationship before finding the man who I now call my husband. What I believe makes my marriage work is that we have a SOLID foundation! You can't build a house on a faulty foundation and expect it to last. Our foundation is built on a strong faith in Christ. We share the sa...
Feb 04, 2020•33 min
I wanted to share a behind scenes look at how I incorporate my word for 2020, FUN! I'm sharing all about the amazing morning I had with friends posing my legs for a photoshoot that will be part of an upcoming art installation by Las Girls Collective! Say what?! There's a check off my bucket list that I didn't even know was on my bucket list. You can check out some of their work at lasgirlscollective.com Another FUN thing we are doing is happening in February. On the 15th, Ronnie and I are cookin...
Jan 28, 2020•21 min
Do you want to change your morning routine? Are you fed up and frustrated before the day even starts? Maybe you just need some guidance on what to do with your morning beside the same-ol' same-ol' routine. In this episode, I am sharing all about the Life S.A.V.E.R.S. practices from the book, The Miracle Morning by Hal Elrod. These have helped me tremendously and are tools I practice every. single. day! There are several different variations of this book, and you can find them all here . Giving y...
Jan 21, 2020•25 min
There is so much power in our words. So Much Power!!! The words we tell ourselves, the words we say to others, and the labels we put on things. "If you want your life to change, to be more rewarding and exciting than ever, you can do it with just one word." - One Word Last week I spoke about my Power Promise and how the word Power alone made a massive impact for me to change the trajectory of mine and my family's life. In this week's episode, I will discuss how focusing on a single word for the ...
Jan 14, 2020•22 min
