If you’re having trouble relaxing, this week’s guest will be a blessing to you. She’s none other than hypnotherapist Christy Bartelt, who previously guested on this show with Ana Salazar ( check out episode 74 ). After spending the next hour with Christy’s calming voice in your ears, you’ll be able to find your center and commune with the different selves that make up who you are. In this episode, Christy focuses on her techniques for clearing subconscious blocks, explains how different parts of...
Sep 10, 2019•1 hr 7 min•Season 4Ep. 118
It’s great to invest in your own success, but it’s even better to invest wisely. There are so many life coaches and gurus on the market that you needn’t—and shouldn’t!—settle for the cheapest. Firstly: you’re worth more than that; secondly: some coaches aren’t exactly bringing anything new to the table; and most importantly, you need to find a coach who suits your goals and your needs. In the next hour, I’m going to outline eight guideposts you should follow for making investments that are actua...
Sep 03, 2019•41 min•Season 4Ep. 117
For this week, I’ve invited another one of my graduates from my Online Empire course, Ange Severo who can vouch firsthand for how it will help you plant the seeds for your dream career. Not only is Ange an accomplished life coach and yoga instructor, but I also think of her as one of my greatest success stories. She really wants you to look inward and ask yourself the one question that can reveal the outlook you need to go to the next level: what is your why? In this powerful and, yes, juicy epi...
Aug 27, 2019•1 hr 7 min•Season 4Ep. 116
My guest this week is podcaster, life coach and good friend Charlotte Kaye. Charlotte was actually the very first student to enroll in Your Conscious Empire that I offer as part of my coaching services. Now, she’s an accomplished course creator and mentor like yours truly and knows firsthand what you can take away from my courses and how you can use them a forge a path of your own. In this revealing chat, Charlotte explains how she learned to finally say “no,” discusses how writing is an essenti...
Aug 20, 2019•1 hr 14 min•Season 4Ep. 115
It’s been a long and much-needed break but the Kelly Trach Show is back, baby! To kick things back into gear, I’ve brought back interior designer-turned-life coach Kristy Vail for her third appearance on this show (see also episodes 80 and 82 ). Kristy is one of my longest-running clients and a true testament to what you are capable of if you completely dedicate yourself to a goal and throw yourself at it. In my third interview with Kristy, we discuss what she’s gotten out of my coaching, why yo...
Aug 14, 2019•1 hr 7 min•Season 4Ep. 114
Today’s episode is such a treat as I sit down with one of my favorite beloved podcasters, Jordanna Levin. I’ve listened to her WHOLE show and I’m beyond stoked to share her love, witty humor, and wisdom with you today. In this conversation, we deep dive into co-creating with the universe, surrendering our desires, and her 4-part manifestation equation. So, come grab your favorite bevy and join us for the hour as we giggle and gossip about all the dos (and don’ts) of manifestation. Plus, you’ll g...
Jun 07, 2019•56 min•Ep. 113
A lot of things can prevent us from fully realizing our dreams, ranging from education to resources to connections. You can overcome these barriers, though it can take a lot of time and effort. But some of the things holding us back aren’t even real world obstacles like money or opportunities! They’re actually limiting thoughts that stifle dreams and keep us from our full potential. In this episode, I help you pinpoint the mental obstacle you aren’t even aware of, remind you that not every step ...
Apr 09, 2019•41 min•Ep. 112
Hitting a stumbling block on your road to the next level isn’t just inconvenient; it can feel like none of your work has been worth the effort. But in fact, you’re way closer to your goal than you think—hell, you haven’t been putting in all this work for nothing. I know that with the right perspective you will see how every barrier has been a valuable (if painful) learning experience that will help you to level up, and that your big breakthrough is just around the corner. In this episode, I guid...
Apr 02, 2019•34 min•Ep. 111
In this episode, you'll learn: - Pause every once in a while and don't feel guilty about taking a break. - Running your own business will not always be a fairy tale. - Figure out if you're unmotivated or if you're just scared of the next step. - Turn accountability into a key part of your goals. - Make psyching yourself up part of your daily schedule and work toward fun time. Resources mentioned: Your Conscious Empire Your Best Life Your Money Mindset How to Master Your Mindset: my free 6-day vi...
Mar 26, 2019•49 min•Ep. 110
What if the work that used to pump you up now seems boring and routine? What if your calling has turned into a drudge? Trust me, I’ve been there too. Heck, I can't count the amount of times I've wanted to give up in my life. What you need to do is take a step back, reconsider why it is you got into this line of work, and figure out for certain if you should stay or if you should go (like the song!). By the time you finish reevaluating what you stand for and how you can make your moves going forw...
Mar 19, 2019•42 min•Ep. 109
It’s sad, but not everyone wants to come along for the ride with the big career plans you have laid out—maybe they’re family members who’re concerned for you and want you to settle down with something less risky, or maybe they’re friends who envy your drive. You shouldn’t cut these people out of your life, but it’s still your best option to put some distance between you and find mentors and peers who have the same drive you do. In this episode, I explain why building up your own confidence will ...
Mar 12, 2019•37 min•Ep. 108
I've got two big bushels of good news for you listeners today! The first is that the Kelly Trach Show has actually made it into the Top 100 self-help podcasts for South Korea! A big thank you to everyone over there who helped get me into the big leagues. The second? Psychic Bree Melanson, who you've definitely heard me rave about before, is on today's episode! After seeing Bree live in Vancouver, I knew I had to have her on my show, and she was more than happy to bring her brand of emotionally h...
Mar 05, 2019•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 107
Let’s say you have a good talent or skill—woodworking, public speaking, coding—and while you’d like to set off on your own and make not just a career but an enterprise out of it, some concerning questions on your mind: what if I fail?wWhat if these goals are bigger than what I’m capable of? It’s perfectly normal to have these worries, but here’s the thing: you’ll never find the answer to these questions unless you try. So the important first step is boosting your confidence enough that you can a...
Feb 26, 2019•40 min•Ep. 106
To switch things up, I asked you lovely listeners of mine what thoughts and feelings you were struggling with the most. Turns out quite a few of you get the itch to quit when stress bears down on you—and you know what? I get it! Even the most ambitious and determined people want to make for the fire exit sometimes, and you shouldn’t ashamed for wanting to do the same. But instead of giving up, you should use these crises to stop, figure out your next steps, and make some big changes. In this epi...
Feb 19, 2019•49 min•Ep. 105
If you are all about real talk, you’ll feel right at home with the next hour of this show. Alex D’amour is the founder of On Our Moon, a digital tent centered around wellness, truth-telling and shared emotional experience. For those who’ve had to struggle with hardship, trauma and deep emotional or physical wounds, this conversation may bring you much-need comfort and validation. In this episode, Alex opens up about the trauma she’s experienced in her past, explains how she put her shame to work...
Feb 12, 2019•1 hr•Ep. 104
Intuition and good fortune are in the cards for today’s episode—Tarot cards, that is! Tarot reader and fellow Vancouver resident Stacey Coplin joins me to gab about her spiritual practices and how she’s used divine downloads to both lead herself down the right path and help others do the same. If you're into Tarot, brand new to the ritual, or just fond of all things spiritual and woo woo, Stacey and her readings will absolutely have something in store for you. In this episode, Stacey discusses h...
Dec 26, 2018•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 97
Instagram, Twitter, and basically every other social media site make it way too easy to get fixated on what other people are doing and what they’ve accomplished. Don’t get me wrong, it’s good to look to others for guidance and inspiration, but it doesn’t help you to obsess over how you haven’t achieved as much or have as many followers or look as good… you can see how these thoughts only grind your journey to a standstill. Trust me, I’ve been there. Since I’m not the only one who feels held back...
Dec 18, 2018•45 min•Ep. 96
We’re all familiar with external trust—like with friends, family or strangers—but a lot of times the trickiest thing can be trusting in yourself and knowing in your heart that you can achieve what you’ve set out to accomplish. This self-trust is really, REALLY important when you’re striking out on your own and lacking the support you’d otherwise have if you went down a more traditional job or life path. So if you find you’re doubting yourself too much, it can help to take a deep dive into trust,...
Dec 11, 2018•54 min•Ep. 95
So you’ve got these big plans: maybe it’s a small business, or a long-term artistic project. You know that once you get to them they’ll be life-changing and fun and leave you feeling fulfilled… but it’s just not the right time, or not everything’s in the exact perfect arrangement you need it to be. But here’s the truth: life will never be set up in the “perfect” way, and continuing to believe it will only keep you from pursuing the life you know is right for you. In this episode, I’ll walk you t...
Dec 04, 2018•58 min•Ep. 94
Recently, I connected with a friend who’s uncertain about what to do with her life—a phase Old Kelly was way too familiar with. Whether it’s after college or between jobs, we all go through a period of not knowing how to use our talents or even what those talents are. Thankfully, the formerly doubtful Yours Truly-turned-successful life coach has just the plan you need to get through this foggy patch. Through the six tips I provide in this episode, you’ll find clear strategies, hear some importan...
Nov 27, 2018•1 hr 11 min•Ep. 93
Lauren Natalia is a dentist, fashion/lifestyle blogger, and a divine member of my community, having taken the Your Conscious Empire course available on this very site. If you’re finding it hard to get your side hustle or hobby off the ground, or if you’ve found success but need that little something extra for a fulfilling boost, then this interview may be the spark you need! In our chat, Lauren discusses why she took up blogging alongside her already successful dental career, how she came to val...
Nov 20, 2018•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 92
If you’re afraid that your ambitions have stagnated and that you’ve ended up settling with whatever ho-hum job you work at, it’s easy to feel down and even compelled to just roll with the hand you’ve been dealt. With this episode, I lay out an eight-step plan to help you out of whatever rut you’ve found yourself in and get you on the road to personal and professional greatness. In the following hour and fifteen minutes, I break down the mindset you need to open yourself up to possibilities (even...
Nov 13, 2018•1 hr 14 min•Ep. 91
For any listeners struggling to find a meaningful path, it may be tempting to try to make the universe conform to our wishes and wring out a life-changing moment of clarity. But you may be better off instead by flowing with existence’s natural groove. If you’re itching to vibe with the universe and seize its opportunities, there may be no better guide than Jasmine Lipska. In this very enlightening interview, Jasmine chats about her vegan diet, the eye-opening experiences channeling and manifesti...
Nov 06, 2018•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 90
While we may not admit it, a lot of us worry that everybody else is peeking over our shoulders and keeping tabs on our life choices. These fears really rear their heads when we want to strike out on our own path and do something different from the rest of the crowd. In reality, this “everybody” is just our innermost critic putting our own fears and doubts into the mouths of people we haven’t actually talked to in years. So for this solo episode, I’m laying bare my own past struggles with what “e...
Oct 30, 2018•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 89
Interior designer, stylist, and close friend Zan Farrow has very generously graced my show with her presence this week. In our chat, Zan digs deep into how vital intuition has been when it comes to guiding her personal style and getting centered when negative thoughts rear their heads. Zan also delves into how my own courses and coaching have been supportive to finding a path and honing her craft. If you’re in interesting in learning how to tap into your intuition, make heart-centered choices, o...
Oct 23, 2018•1 hr 14 min•Ep. 88
Elevating yourself above and beyond to reach your next level can mean turning into a very different person from the "you" you've been familiar with all your life—and that can be scary! But if you're fretting, don't worry, because I'm here to tell you that not only have I've made those big changes myself, but I've experienced the high-highs and low-lows of change firsthand. For this episode, I'm going to talk about honing in on your strongest personality traits, breaking out of your comfort zone,...
Oct 16, 2018•1 hr 17 min•Ep. 87
“I’ve always worked on continuously improving my life... realizing I don’t want to live my life on autopilot.” My guest and good friend Dominique Huang puts me on the spot for the newest edition of “KT Q&A.”. As with my previous interview courtesy of Selina Ho , host and guest switch spots for this episode and Dominique asks me insightful questions about my career. Find out how I figured which of my strengths and interests to pursue, how I schedule my work days, and the techniques I use to r...
Oct 11, 2018•52 min
“All the permission I need is the voice inside me.” My dear friends, this episode today is a total treat! I have my friend Dori Frame here on the show today and she’s seriously the cool sister you wish you always had. Dori works as a life coach and offers guidance in the areas of conscious questioning, intuitive listening, and authentic living. (She considers herself more of a guide than a coach because she helps clients find the answers that are already within themselves - which is so beautiful...
Oct 02, 2018•1 hr 2 min
“Until we sit in the dark, we can’t access the light.” Today, you are in for such a treat! On the podcast, we have Giulia Halkier who is a reiki master, soul coach, and the founder of Brazen Soul Rebellion . Together, we’re diving deep into the real talk. In this episode, Giulia shares all about the power of vulnerability and how she came to the decision that speaking her truth was more powerful than hiding it. We all grow up with shame and so often, we stuff it away, assume nobody else can rela...
Sep 25, 2018•1 hr 1 min
“I’m starting a movement to turn things around.” Today, I have my friend Selina Ho, the Founder and CEO of Recloseted , here on the podcast and she’s interviewing me for this episode of “KT Q&A.” This is a new segment where I get listeners to ask me their burning questions and I’m super lucky to have my friend Selina here who is a long-time listener of The Kelly Trach Show. She’s got some all-star questions lined up for me about recovering from burnout, how I set and uphold boundaries, and w...
Sep 18, 2018•57 min