In this heartfelt and enlightening episode of Start Thriving, host Chelsea Bartell and her beloved fiancé, Zack, pull back the curtain on their relationship, offering listeners an intimate glimpse into the journey of building a healthy, loving partnership from the remnants of past traumas. As they share their personal stories of navigating the complexities of love after experiencing unhealthy dynamics, this episode becomes a beacon of hope for anyone yearning to create a fulfilling relationship ...
Mar 27, 2024•1 hr 10 min
Chelsea welcomes her first guest, a former client and a beacon of hope for those who fear their own potential. Once a prisoner of her past, Issa has now shattered the chains of fear, stepping into a world of creativity, confidence, and trust in herself to pursue her dreams in music. Isa's journey is one of courage and self-discovery, from feeling lost and disconnected from herself to finding her voice and embracing her true identity. She shares her experience of being paralyzed by the fear of he...
Mar 18, 2024•43 min
As we navigate the tender terrain of grief, Chelsea offers insights and practical tools for working through the pain to emerge with a renewed sense of self. She emphasizes the importance of nervous system regulation as the bedrock for approaching grief work, providing simple yet powerful strategies to foster resilience. From the healing embrace of nature to the imaginative power of our minds, Chelsea guides listeners through nurturing practices that can gently coax the nervous system out of shut...
Mar 14, 2024•31 min
Chelsea invites you on a transformative journey to cleanse not just the mind and soul, but the body as well, drawing a parallel between a juice cleanse and the necessity of purging our physical selves from the residues of trauma. Chelsea passionately shares how our nervous system, the maestro of our internal orchestra, can become burdened by trauma, affecting every aspect of our well-being, from digestion to immune function. Chelsea celebrates her clients' victories, from one who now rebounds fr...
Mar 05, 2024•25 min
In this heart-stirring episode of Start Thriving, join your host Chelsea Bartell as she shares the extraordinary healing triumphs of her clients, showcasing the transformative power of overcoming complex trauma. From the release of profound grief to the liberation from patterns of binge eating, Chelsea's clients exemplify the incredible shifts that can occur when we tap into the resilience of our nervous system and rewrite our stories. Chelsea recounts the journey of a client who, through a poig...
Feb 25, 2024•23 min
In this electrifying episode of Start Thriving, Chelsea Bartell welcomes us to a profound exploration of the journey from the depths of the freeze response to the fiery emergence of anger—a sign of healing and progress in the complex trauma recovery journey. Chelsea shares the heartening victories of her clients, including a former dental hygienist who uncovered an unfulfilling career as the root of her coffee dependency, leading her to a life of purpose and passion as a successful hypnotherapis...
Feb 12, 2024•23 min
In this week's gripping episode of Start Thriving, Chelsea Bartell invites us on a journey through the fiery landscape of the Fight Response, the pinnacle of our survival strategies where anger reigns supreme. With raw authenticity, she shares the transformative stories of clients who have broken the chains of their past—clients like the nearly 70-year-old woman who, through a powerful shame release exercise, reclaimed her narrative and now navigates life with newfound self-understanding and bri...
Jan 28, 2024•34 min
Chelsea delves into the Flight Response's relentless drive for distraction and perfectionism, a relentless push that often leads to burnout and disconnection. She paints a vivid picture of the physical and emotional signs that flag a nervous system stuck in overdrive—from a racing heart to the dizzying spins of vertigo. With compassion and understanding, she explores the mindset that keeps us trapped in cycles of rumination and catastrophizing and the behaviors that scream for a life beyond mere...
Jan 22, 2024•38 min
Deep dive into the heart of the Fawn Response, the survival strategy that turns us into chameleons, constantly adapting to please others at the expense of our authenticity. She illuminates the often invisible battle between our innate desire for acceptance and the inner turmoil of self-betrayal. Chelsea celebrates the monumental victories of her clients who've broken free from the shackles of their beds, reclaimed their energy, and rekindled a zest for life, proving that transformation is not ju...
Jan 15, 2024•38 min
Chelsea then delves into the complexities of the freeze response, the nervous system's way of hitting pause in the face of perceived danger. She offers a deep understanding of how this response manifests in our thoughts, emotions, and behaviors, and how it can lead to procrastination, avoidance, and self-criticism. With vivid personal anecdotes and compassionate insights, Chelsea unravels the intricacies of the freeze state and provides strategies for moving forward. If you're ready to shed your...
Jan 07, 2024•37 min
This week on the Start Thriving podcast, join Chelsea Bartell as she explores the transformative power of understanding your survival responses. From the depths of shutdown to the peaks of personal power, Chelsea offers a roadmap to reclaiming your life from past trauma. Don't miss this journey to emotional freedom and self-discovery. If you enjoyed this episode please leave a review as that helps me get feedback & get this podcast to more people who will also enjoy it! Ready to unlearn your...
Dec 30, 2023•46 min
I believe that ALL mental health "disorders" are very appropriate and normal responses to abnormal circumstances. Your depression is a very beautiful and intelligent mechanism that served you while you were experiencing the pain, chaos, struggle, and hardship but now it has served its purpose. It's simply a nervous system state that is stuck because it has no way to identify that the threat has gone. Thankfully, you can SHOW your nervous system that it is now safe, free, and able to rest with th...
Sep 01, 2023•46 min
Imagine this, your eyes flutter open and you notice the sunlight peeking through your window. Immediately you feel that your heart is light, weightless. There’s this freedom in your chest that feels warm & gooey. As you stretch and wake your body up you realize there’s no tension or pain. Your body feels like butter. You climb out of bed and feel the coldness of the carpet beneath your feet. You really feel present for each and every little braid of carpet tickling your feet and you smile. Y...
Aug 11, 2023•22 min•Ep. 15
Survival mode is the state we end up in after years of unresolved trauma, stress, and pain. Survival mode is contraction, fear, and disconnection. Some signs of survival mode are: Difficulty finishing an activity, zoning out, losing focus Harder time remembering things Exhaustion in mind and body Having bigger emotional reactions than usual Neglecting basic needs Impulsivity Wanting to withdraw or isolate from others Trouble trusting others Jumpy, more on edge If you're experiencing any of these...
Jun 16, 2023•32 min•Ep. 14
If you've experienced abandonment trauma of any kind (physically absent parent or emotionally absent parent) you'll struggle to feel safe being seen. By being seen I mean allowing someone else to see you at your messiest, silliest, most nervous, most vulnerable, most raw. Maybe even thinking about someone seeing you at those degrees gives you a little chill up your spine, if that's you this episode will tell you exactly how I began to SEE myself first and then feel safe being seen by others. I h...
Jun 02, 2023•22 min•Ep. 12
This episode helps outline the process it is to navigating through the really difficult days of your healing journey. Some days you will be met with such intense triggers that you feel defeated, like all the work you've done so far has done nothing. Days like this can be rattling and discouraging. But here's why these days are an opportunity in disguise... Ready to resolve your triggers for good? Apply here to work with Chelsea ! Are you ready to switch your coffee out for something that will ...
May 04, 2023•34 min•Ep. 8
You're a cycle breaker if you recognize dysfunctional behaviors and change them You're a cycle breaker if you recognize coping mechanisms are no longer serving you You're a cycle breaker if you protect your new-found peace at all costs You're a cycle breaker if you choose unfamiliar peace over familiar chaos You're a cycle breaker if you don't seem to fit in or belong with your family You're a cycle breaker if you bravely, boldly choose to be everything your family was not You're a cycle breaker...
Apr 14, 2023•29 min
Survival mode is a bitch. It's likely you've been stuck here recently or maybe this has been your whole life either way I'm going to explain what survival mode is, how we get stuck in it, what thriving looks like, and how we FINALLY get there. This is an unmissable episode. If you're ready to work with Chelsea to get out of survival mode FOR GOOD apply right here she only has 2 1:1 spaces this month. Together, you will use a blend of nervous system regulation, subconscious parts integration, and...
Feb 03, 2023•32 min•Ep. 11
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Jan 13, 2023•26 min•Ep. 9
As you tune in, Chelsea shares her transformative experiences with Everyday Dose , a coffee alternative that's been a game-changer in her daily routine. With its blend of functional mushrooms, low acidity, and anxiety-reducing properties, Chelsea explains how this drink has not only heightened her focus but also helped in managing panic attacks and maintaining nervous system regulation. Listeners interested in making the switch can find a link below to embark on their own journey of caffeinated ...
Nov 28, 2022•30 min•Ep. 9
In this transformative episode of Start Thriving, our insightful host Chelsea Bartell delves into the profound connection between scarcity mindset and trauma, unraveling the tightly knit threads that bind our sense of worth to our past. Chelsea's deep understanding of the trauma-informed nervous system sets the stage for a candid discussion on how our childhood experiences of chaos and hardship shape our adult perceptions of abundance and self-value. Chelsea courageously confronts the comforting...
Oct 02, 2022•30 min•Ep. 7
In this raw and transformative episode of Start Thriving, our deeply insightful host Chelsea l opens her heart to listeners, sharing the tumultuous journey through the landscape of attachment wounds and the cathartic release of an "adult tantrum." With the same vulnerability and courage she brings to each episode, Chelsea invites us into her personal experience of confronting the anger and pain that arises from the unmet needs of our childhoods. Chelsea takes us on a profound exploration of atta...
Sep 18, 2022•29 min•Ep. 6
Chelsea leads us through a powerful regulation exercise, encouraging us to connect with our bodies, listen to our inner needs, and embrace the light within that has been shrouded by fear. This episode is not just a call to action—it's a nurturing embrace, a reminder of our limitless potential, and a beacon of light for anyone seeking to heal and thrive beyond the confines of their past. For those who feel the call to work with Chelsea and tap into their boundless capacity for transformation, app...
Aug 27, 2022•30 min•Ep. 5
This episode is more than just an exploration of self; it's a gentle call to acknowledge our inherent perfection and to let go of the compulsion to fix ourselves. Chelsea's soothing voice and heartfelt message encourage us to embrace our entirety, with all its imperfections and triumphs. To close, Chelsea guides us through a simple yet profound regulatory exercise, a nurturing practice to release tension and reconnect with our bodies. This is an invitation to let go of the weight we carry and to...
Aug 19, 2022•18 min•Ep. 4
Join us for an episode that's not just a lesson in meditation but a gateway to self-belonging and the realization that you are the sanctuary you've been seeking. And remember, as Chelsea guides us with her own experience, the power to heal, to belong, and to thrive, lies in the stillness of our being. Ready to deepen your healing journey? Chelsea has a few openings for her transformative 1:1 coaching program. Apply now to secure your spot and begin the work towards establishing your inner safety...
Aug 05, 2022•34 min•Ep. 3
In this enlightening episode of Start Thriving, join host Chelsea Bartell as she demystifies the concept of trauma, guiding listeners through its intricate landscape with the compassion and clarity that has become a hallmark of the podcast. Chelsea begins by dismantling the misconceptions about trauma, emphasizing that it's not merely about the events we endure, but the internal aftershocks that ripple through our psyche and nervous system. Drawing on the wisdom of trauma experts like Gabor Maté...
Jul 29, 2022•28 min•Ep. 2
In this raw and revealing episode of Start Thriving, Chelsea Bartell invites us into a moment of vulnerability as she confronts the challenges of speaking one's truth in the face of invalidation and gaslighting. With the soothing backdrop of Alabama's farm life, Chelsea shares an unscripted reflection on the personal struggles that arise from growing up in dysfunctional family dynamics or toxic relationships. Listeners will witness Chelsea's emotional journey, from the anxiety that precedes the ...
Jul 23, 2022•24 min•Ep. 1
