Today on the show we have Patti Elledge back again to talk about how we can heal our early developmental wounds, attachment wounds, trauma, abuse and more by working with the wisdom of the body. This is not a show about "body work," but instead a show about how we learn to feel our emotions, our felt sense and use our body as a navigation system for healing old wounding.  If we don't pay attention to our body, our old wounding lays stuck or dormant in the body. With increased awareness to the body you would be amazed at the healing that can happen.  Patti also speaks to us about the Polyvagel system of the body and how nervous system regulation (and getting out of fight/flight) is necessary for true healing.  Get ready for this show, it's packed with information for your own healing journey.  The Adult Chair workshop https://theadultchair.com/events  Somatic Mentoring Course https://Somanticmentoring.com  Patti Elledge podcast on Attachment theory https://theadultchair.com/podcasts/111-patti-elledge-teaches-us-how-to-heal-our-attachment-wounds/   

Ah the holidays, what a wonderful time of year. The rushing around the shopping the preparing of food the obligations to attend all the parties. It's a codependents nightmare! By the time the first week of January hits we are wiped out and in bed with fatigue from all the caretaking and controlling we did during the holidays. It can be exhausting for us codependents! In today's show, I give you tools and tips for staying "in your own lane" during the holidays and all year long. It's a mini codependents reference guide in today's show. I share with you all about the fatigue, anger, resentment, anxiety and even depression we can get if we are not "careful codependents". There is a way to make it through the holidays in a healthy way and today I give you numerous tips to do just that. From boundaries (and how to set them), dealing with narcissism, in laws, how to self soothe when we are triggered and how to stay connected to your Self (intentional capital S here). You see there is a big difference between our Self and self. Our "self" (small s) is the self that wears a mask to please everyone else. Our "Self" is the Self that knows who we are and strives to live authentically. Lots of information in today's show for you. Remember, life is a journey, an adventure. Don't cling to anything, to any labels (even codependency). See parts like codependency instead as indicators of what we need to give our attention to (temporarily), to keep ourselves healthy and to aid in our transformation. That's it! https://theadultchair.com/events    Charlotte, NC event   January 30-Feb 1

Happy Thanksgiving all! Today is the day that marks the official "mad dashing" around to get to the parties on time, buying the perfect gifts, lots of rushing here and there with lots of traffic and the common denominator...stress (and of course it's not all bad...we have some fun too).    What I hear so much about from people is yes a lot about this stressful time of year but even more about how they lose themselves and don't have time for themselves.  In today's episode I give you a few ideas on how to stay connected to yourself and stay grounded despite the holiday craziness. I also give you a wonderful 5 minute meditation that you could (I am having a hard time not saying should here), :) do daily to help you get through the next month. If you are even thinking to yourself, "I don't have 5 minutes"! Then you need to do a 10 minute meditation! We all can build in 5 minutes a day for ourselves and our sanity. This meditation helps with just that.  I wish you all a beautiful and safe Thanksgiving!  Much love, Michelle https://youtu.be/cFeCUfw657g  This is the You Tube link for the 5 minute self love meditation.  https://theadultchair.com/events  Charlotte, NC event   January 30-Feb 1

Childhood sexual abuse creeps into the lives of innocent children on a daily basis. As children, we are defenseless to our abusers. Dr. Gregory Williams was one of those children.  On today's show, we have Dr. Gregory Williams on sharing his story of childhood sexual abuse, how to heal from abuse, what the signs are of childhood sexual abuse and lastly forgiveness.  We also spoke about the importance of getting ourselves healthy after abuse and how physical illness can stem from unhealed emotional wounds, trauma and abuse.  This is an incredible show and it's an honor to have Dr. Gregory on the show being so honest and open about his experience, and now sharing with the world how others can heal from a childhood filled with abuse.    https://theadultchair.com/membership   Promo code: BIRTHDAY The Adult Chair Membership  (Free for month of November)! https://theadultchair.com/events  The Adult Chair Charlotte Event   Jan 30-Feb 1 Dr. Gregory Book: Shattered by the Darkness: Putting the pieces back together after child abuse.  Website: https://Shatteredbythedarkenss.com  Dr. Gregory email: [email protected] Dr. Gregory phone: 832-396-6525 ACE's https://acesconnection.com 

I am so excited about this show. On today's show I interviewed a client and she was able to find her truth, step into her power and learn how to set boundaries-all in one show!  This is a client from our membership group that wes interested in learning how to be free from the stress of pleasing her parents and standing up for herself. Our monthly theme in the membership is "I'm Free" and she wanted further help on how to apply it to her situation.  It was an amazing session and she had such breakthroughs. You will be able to hear it in her voice! She even said at one point, "I feel so powerful-I can feel it!"  Such a great show and I was thrilled that by the end, she was able to grow herself a very nice Adult Chair and speak from this place. :)  https://theadultchair.com/membership    Promo Code: BIRTHDAY Free month of membership https://theadultchair.com/30days      30 Day Journaling Challenge https://Takecareof.com    Promo Code: ADULT50 50% off your first Care/Of order

On today's show we have one of my favorite people and therapists, on the show-Karen Gelstein. Karen helped us to understand our defenses and how to heal them and change how we react with others.  She shares with us how humor, ruminating thoughts, missing red flags, codependency and even addictions are all ways that we defend ourselves to stay safe.  We delved into the inner child and how the inner child becomes wounded and the defenses are created.  Lastly, she helps us to identify our defenses and gives us the tools we need to heal, so that we can regain emotional balance and reconnect with ourselves and others in a healthy way.  As always, Karen delivers a wealth of information for us to help with our own inner transformation.    One Free month to the membership https://theadultchair.com/membership Promo code: Birthday Karen Gelstein contact info: [email protected] Karen Gelstein previous podcast: Love Addiction-Love Avoidant https://theadultchair.com/podcasts/102-love-addiction-love-avoidant-with-karen-gelstein/ 

Happy Halloween! After so many questions coming in about The Adult Chair, I felt like it was time to do a show on this.  In today's episode I answer where the Adult Chair is and how to get it back if you've lost access to it. How to find your Adult if you never witnessed a healthy one growing up.  Lastly, I answer what the Adult Chair even is. It's a fun episode with examples and the key to gaining your own Adult's wisdom and living with it daily for your own transformation.  30 Day Journaling Challenge https://theadultchair.com/30Days 

Today on the show, relationship and attachment expert, Silvy Khoucasian and I have a conversation about attachment in relationships. We talk through all of the attachment styles and how to heal and find secure attachment regardless of your style.  We also talk about the importance of boundaries and how to set them as well as shame and trust in relationships and how to build this.  Regardless of your attachment style, you are going to find value in today's show and walk away with tools you can begin to use right away!  30 Day Journaling Challenge https://theadultchair.com/30days  New website! https://theadultchair.com  Silvy Khoucasian on Instagram @SilvyKhoucasian Boundaries offering: https://bryanreves.com/boundaries-silvy/   

Wow and what a show this was - Jim Fortin is a genius! On today's show, Jim Fortin, Master Hypnotist and Master Practitioner of Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP) was on with me and we discussed how to reprogram the subconscious mind.  He teaches us how to break habits, addictions anxiety and depression and why having a healthy self identity and image is vital to success.  If you are ready for transformation, buckle up and listen to this show. It's a show not to be missed.  Website and Podcast http://jimfortin.com  New Website! http://theadultchair.com  30 Day Journaling Challenge http://theadultchair.com/30days  Joseph Murphy - How to Change the Subconscious Mind

Relationships with narcissist are insidious. They begin one way and over time, very slowly and covertly, change and become poison.  We wake up one day and wonder what we did wrong and how we got here. We blame ourselves and can even feel embarrassed to tell others.  In today's very vulnerable show. Tracy shares her story of narcissism. She married a wonderful man and within a 2 year period, her life had drastically changed and she couldn't understand what was happening and began doubting herself. She fell into a depression and lived with anxiety and had lost her self, in 2 short years.  Tracy walks us through her story and in the end we offer advice for those that are also in these types of relationships and what you can do about it to begin to build yourself up and find your (true) self again.  Website https://theadultchair.com/the-adult-chair-podcast  30 Day Journaling Challenge https://theadultchair.com/30days  Membership site https://theadultchair.com/membership  5 Minute Self Love Meditation https://theadultchair.com/portfolio_page/5-minute-self-love-meditation/  Podcasts: 84-Raising Self Esteem https://theadultchair.com/podcasts/84-raising-self-esteem/  173 Am I in a Toxic Relationship https://theadultchair.com/podcasts/173-am-i-in-a-toxic-relationship/ 174 Building Self Esteem https://theadultchair.com/podcasts/174-building-self-esteem/ 

Are you ready to shift out of procrastination, perfectionism and people pleasing? (I can't imagine anyone that doesn't have their hand up).  Well today's show we are diving into The Adult Chair model and looking deeper at our "parts".  Our inner unconscious parts are running the show until we bring them into awareness to transform.  Today I am going to show you how to use this model and transform your inner parts that are driving you to do things or act in ways that are limiting you.  As always, I have included easy to use steps for you to work with this concept today and begin your transformation right away.  Get ready for shifts with today's episode! The Adult Chair website: http://theadultchair.com  The Adult Chair events: http://theadultchair.com/events  Care/Of - For 25% off your first Care/Of order go to: https://TakeCareOf.com  Promo code: ADULT

What a show! Today's show with special guest - Marriage and Family therapist, Meghan Crough was as empowering as it was inspirational.  Meg answered so many important questions about raising kids. We talked about so many things including temper tantrums or angry kids, how to discipline effectively, boundaries versus control, what to do if you have a spouse or co-parent with different values and ideas about parenting and most importantly how to raise empowered, successful kids.  It is a show not to be missed if you are wanting to learn more about parenting successfully. Meg clearly knows her stuff and explained clearly how to raise authentic and healthy kids.  http://TakeCareOf.com      promo code ADULT http://MeghanCrough.com 

This show was incredible! Ramona Reid, Enneagram coach and I had a fascinating conversation about how our childhood wounding affects us later on in life and creates the masks that we wear to cover up our wounding. Ramona does a beautiful job of blending the Enneagram into The Adult Chair and teaches us how to live from our essence (otherwise known as our Adult Chair), regardless of our wounding.  She goes over each enneagram type with us and explains how each type has a specific wounding and mask that we wear.  This show as as cool as it was informative! Even if you have never heard of the Enneagram, you will benefit from listening as it will deepen your understandings of your wounding and how you are showing up in the world.  If you want to listen to the previous two shows that Ramona has been on to deepen your understanding of the Enneagram, see the show notes below. They are all brilliant shows! Resources: http://www.mynashvillecenter.com  http://www.holisticrevolution.com    Previous podcasts with Ramona: Podcast #51: Find your authentic self in the heart of your Enneagram https://theadultchair.com/podcast/51  Podcast #114: Deepening The Adult Chair using the Wisdom of the Enneagram https://theadultchair.com/podcast/114  Recommended Book: Sacred Enneagram by Chris Heuertz

Why do people cringe at the suggestion of setting a boundary? So many people respond with, "I don't like confrontation", when I suggest a boundary. Setting boundaries is tough to do if we were not modeled healthy boundaries growing up. Even if we came from a pretty healthy family, few people grew up with healthy boundary modeling.  In today's show I talk about what boundaries are, how to set them, examples of healthy versus unhealthy boundaries and the four key steps and "how to's",  to setting healthy boundaries.  I also discuss what to do when boundaries "backfire" and we are met with upsetness or anger from another at our simple request.  I end with a few take aways of what boundaries are and are not and what to do if you are in a toxic or even abusive relationship.  Boundaries are a necessary part of our lives and a key to healthy relationships. This show is filled with great tools and tips to help you to start better taking care of yourself and learning how to set a simple request and teaching other people how to treat you.  The Adult Chair San Antonio https://theadultchair.com/san-antonio  The Adult Chair Membership (September Theme-I Matter) https://theadultchair.com/membership  Boundaries and Defenses https://theadultchair.com/podcast/160  Boundaries versus Confrontation https://theadultchair.com/podcast/26  How do I feel my Emotions https://theadultchair.com/podcast/80 

We can never have enough self esteem! So many of us didn't have healthy self esteem role models growing up so we are embarking on this journey now. Here's the good news, it's never too late! With the help of The Adult Chair model we can live our lives to the fullest and create happiness when we thought it wasn't possible. Healthy self esteem from The Adult Chair is not only possible, it's happens quickly with these easy to apply 4 steps.  Enjoy your journey building up your new sense of self and empowerment in your Adult Chair.  https://theadultchair.com/events  The Adult Chair 3 day event in San Antonio, Texas October 24-26 https://theadultchair.com/membership  The Adult Chair Membership https://GreenChef.com/ADULT75      Enjoy $75 off your first 3 boxes with $25 off each box Podcast on Parts Work: Transform your Parts and Find Self Love https://theadultchair.com/podcast/150 

Am I in a toxic relationship? I unfortunately get asked this question all too often. I find that what feels "normal" is actually toxic but due to low self esteem or loss of self, we find ourselves living in not so healthy or even unhealthy, toxic relationships.  In today's show I go over 6 signs of toxic relationships. I explain what to look for in toxic relationships and how to know if you are in one.  I also offer next steps to heal and transform yourself out of the toxic relationship.  https://theadultchair.com/events  The Adult Chair San Antonio October 24-26

  What would you think if I told you that joy could be part of codependency? Well it can! Codependency and I have been friends for too many years to count (most of my life). However, in my discovery of this, I have found joy in learning who I am as an Adult and taking my childhood back. I might even say that I find it now as a gift as I now get to discover who I am and it's an exciting journey to take as an Adult. I feel my inner child come through me with excitement and wonder with all of the new thoughts, ideas and plans "we" have for my future. The journey can be an exciting one when we shift our idea about codependency and step out of victim mode. Just because we grew up codependent or are experiencing it now doesn't mean our lives are over! It means our lives can begin and the time is now to experience the joy that comes with this self-discovery process. Free Inner Child download: https://theadultchair.com/innerchild  The Adult Chair event-San Antonio: https://theadultchair.com/events    October 24-26 Previous podcasts on Codependency: Codependency-I'm ok if you are ok. - https://theadultchair.com/podcast/11  Ending Codependency in Relationships - https://theadultchair.com/podcast/70  Codependency: Ending the Addiction to "Help" others - https://theadultchair.com/podcast/127 

I'm back from my summer break! Welcome to the first show of our new podcast year. I am so excited about our guest today.    I have spoken for months about Myofascial Release Technique and am finally having our in house expert on the show! Diana Schneider, Advanced Myofacial Release Therapist is on today talking all about what the technique is and how it can help you.    This technique has been a beautiful complement for my own clients as well as part of my bi-weekly self care. It's a wonderful way to release emotions, take the body out of fight or flight, help the body to "calm down" from anxiety and relax and so much more.    It's also wonderful for people with locked muscles, physical pain, fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue.    Myofascial Release is a technique that releases emotions out of the fascia, the film that resides over the muscles, which creates a relaxed state in the body and mind.   Diana and I talk all about how it works and who it can help (all of us). :)  I can't wait for you to hear this show!   To schedule with Diana Schneider:  [email protected]  (Nashville)   Garth Withcomb: ‭(615) 403-9771‬  (Nashville)   https://www.myofascialrelease.com/  (Main website to find a therapist near you).    Healing Ancient Wounds by John Barnes   https://theadultchair.com/events The Adult Chair San Antonio  October 24-26 $100 off 

This is the last show replay for the summer. It's a wonderful show where I work with a client on breaking her negative patterns. There is a lot to be learned from this show. The only way you’re going to heal is to own your life. That’s the overriding message of the show today and it comes thanks to the story of a fabulous client we’ll call “Carolyn.” She’s graciously offered her story for this week’s show as a demonstration of owning your own stuff, and making great strides in breaking the damaging patterns and programs that play over and over in our lives. Thanks to her work with the Chairs, she’s found grounding and hope in moving forward through relationship addiction and more. https://TakeCareOf.com  Promo code: Adult For 25% off your first Care/Of order.  

Yuck...Shame! Who wants to look at or feel their shame? I realize that so many of us avoid our shame because we don't know what to do with it! What if I told you, I could give you tools to help heal and transform your shame?  Well today is your lucky day as I am giving you steps to work with, get to know and transform your shame. I also recorded a guided meditation to go with this podcast in order to help you work with and release shame specifically whenever it comes up.  So get ready to shift and regain your power today!  Your shame is transforming and you won't be the same after working with it in this way.  https://theadultchair.com  https://theadultchair.com/meditations    A guided meditation and exercise for releasing shame.  Green Chef   https://Greenchef.us/Adult75  $75 off-$25 off your first 3 boxes

We are made up of many parts that create our whole. We can't help but have parts like the doubter, blamer, the "I am a fraud" part etc. We all have parts that we don't like (or even hate) but we don't know what to do with them....until today. Today, I share with you what we do with these parts that you don't like. I offer you a 7 step process on how you can transform these inner parts and find freedom and yes, grow to love yourself. Care of: https://Takecareof.com  Promo code: adult 25% off your first order https://theadultchair.com  https://theadultchair.com/events  For upcoming events with The Adult Chair @michelle.chalfant (Instagram) Michelle Chalfant (FB Fan page)

Today's show is a follow up to Healthy Relationships Part 1. This show has even more examples on how to create healthy relationships as well as how we can transform our current relationship, especially if the other person is being difficult.    I give you new tools and ideas for transformation of any relationship. Another show with lots of information and ideas that you can begin to implement today!      Links & Notes:   The Adult Chair Events https://theadultchair.com/events  The Adult Chair Membership https://theadultchair.com/membership  The Adult Chair Website https://theadultchair.com/    Calling In The One with Katherine Woodward Thomas 10 Minute Meditation for Creating your Hearts Desire - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oiUB3VX7z2Q 

Today I share with you how we create Healthy Relationships from The Adult Chair. Unfortunately, so many of us aren’t taught how to have healthy relationships. In fact, most of us enter into relationships with a lot of baggage which can activate our triggers, and leave us feeling helpless and not sure what to do to help or improve our relationship. In today’s show I offer tools and tips on how we can create and/or improve our relationships. A big part of healthy relationships is being able to communicate effectively, which again so many of us are unsure how to do. Today’s tools can be applied to any relationship, not only romantic ones. I hope you find hope, clarity and empowerment after listening to today’s show as now you too can begin to create new stronger connections in your own life and with others. https://theadultchair.com/events     The Adult Chair events: San Antonio, TX October 25-28

Feeling drained or fatigued? Maybe you pick up on other people’s emotions and can feel what they are feeling? This “phenomena” is not random, these are qualities of an empath.    Many of us are walking around with anxiety, depression, aches and pains and are not aware that these too are common "issues" empaths can have. This was how I spent the first half of my life, until I learned about empaths and how to set better boundaries for myself.    When we understand the qualities of being an empath, we can get healthy and live in the world with greater peace and better health. In today’s show, Sarah Weiss shares incredible information about being an empath as well as the blessings and difficulties that come along with it. It was an awesome conversation, jam-packed with invaluable information.   https://theadultchair.com/events     The Adult Chair events: San Antonio, TX October 25-28   Sarah Weiss website https://spirithealonline.com     Episode 21: Grounding and the Energy of the Earth with Sarah Weiss https://theadultchair.com/podcast/21   

Ouch! Did someone call you a control freak?! I get it...been there with that label. We think that we are getting so much done, life feels like it's in order and things are just, "better" because of how we see and operate in the world. It's just "who we are." I had to sit with that one when someone told me years ago that I was a control freak. I contemplated..."It isn't who I am?" "Who would I be without my control?" Well it scared the crap out of me frankly. After examining my own control and working with clients for years on this "issue" I can thankfully say that I am on the other side of it but still very aware of it and recognize when it tries to sneak into my life under the radar. I realize that without it, I felt stripped away of my very identity. So I had to learn who I was without it. It was a painful ego transformation as it was such a part of who I was! In today's show, I give you 6 "control busting truths" to help you too to loosen the grip of your inner control freak. As scary as it was for me to face this inner part, I can honestly say my life is much easier without this part running my life. I know that when you begin to loosen the grip of yours and experience another way, life changes for the better and you will find much more peace in your life and something new may emerge...trust! Podcast: Harness your Powerful Flow State #120 Song: Janet Jackson Control The Adult Chair Membership Green Chef $25 off your first 3 boxes for a total of $75 off! https://Greenchef.us/ADULT75 

How do you feel about anger? What do you do with your anger? Do you shove it down and override it with being "nice" so you "don't rock the boat"?  Many of us grew up with unhealthy anger modeling. Maybe you had a narcissistic and angry parent in the home. Perhaps when you had anger in your home, you were told it was unacceptable or even bad.  Whatever the case may be, anger is a healthy and much needed emotion. Anger fuels our power and can help us to make decisions and take steps forward in our lives. It's a powerful emotion, when expressed from our Adult Chair.  In today's show, I give you two client examples of how their lives were able to change and transform when they allowed themselves to feel anger.  Get excited, you are about to hear about all the benefits of anger and how to unlock and express yours.  The Adult Chair Membership https://theadultchair.com/membership  [email protected] Please send an email here and ask to have your name added to The Adult Chair certification email list.  Podcasts: The Magic of Being  #155 What do I do with my Anger? #91 Sponsor: Ned https://helloned.com/adult   Promo code: Adult 15% off plus free shipping

Today I had the pleasure of having a conversation with Suzy, someone that has had a life of enmeshment, codependency, abusive, attempted murder by her husband and more. She now lives with greater peace and balance than ever before and she says a large part of her transformation is due to The Adult Chair. Her story is as unbelievable as it is inspirational. Grab your Kleenex when listening to this one and be prepared to view your own life through a different lens by the end of the show. So grateful for her vulnerability and honesty and her willingness to share her story with all of us. Sponsor: Ned https://helloned.com/adult  Promo code: Adult 15% off plus free shipping

After so many requests to talk about jealousy, here it is! A podcast that covers all things jealousy. What it is, what it isn't and 8 ideas to help you to find balance around jealousy. In today's show I cover how important it is to raise our awareness around jealousy, how to stay out of story and assumptions and change your state if you are stuck. I also share client examples of jealousy and how to move beyond it when you feel stuck in jealousy. Lastly, I discuss control versus jealousy, trust with jealousy and how to know when a relationship may be over. It's a packed show all about jealousy! https://theadultchair.com/membership  https://TakeCareof.com promo code Adult for 25% off   Episodes I mentioned: Podcast #27 Who are you? Self Validation and Promotion Podcast #154 Shatter Limiting Beliefs and Filters to Change your Life Podcast #111 Patti Elledge teaches us how to heal our Attachment Wounds Podcast #98 Transforming Triggers Podcast #133 Ending Triggers

When setting a boundary, often times the person we are talking to gets triggered and falls into a defense then everything goes south. What do we do when this happens? In today's show, I talk with you about how we can "dismantle others defenses" and "diffuse triggers from others." It's an empowering show with lots of tips on setting healthy boundaries and what to do when the other gets triggers by our boundaries. https://takecareof.com Adult30 30% off first order   The Adult Chair Membership https://theadultchair.com/membership   The Adult Chair podcast episodes: 146-Healthy Relationships 148-Healthy Relationships Part 2 134-Repairing Relationships with Kids or Anyone 121-When Relationships End  

Abuse can be tricky, it can be subtle and ease into our lives. We can be living with it and might not even be aware of it. Abuse comes in many forms and not just the obvious physical abuse. Codependency, narcissism, control, trauma, enmeshment, addictions etc. can all play into this dance of abuse. On today's show, Christine Gutierrez and I have a vulnerable and open discussion about abuse. Christine offers some incredible examples and tools on how to recognize if you are being abused, what you can do about it and the changes that can be made to empower yourself right now. https://christineg.tv/ @Cosmicchristine (Instagram) https://fiercelovenow.com (Website) Ned: https://helloned.com/adult Promo: Adult https://theadultchair.com/membership

When most of us here the word PTSD (post traumatic stress disorder), we think of someone that has come out of the military. While this can be very true for our military personnel, PTSD affects many others and they may not even know.    So many suffer from chronic anxiety, depression, insomnia and more and are unaware that the root issue could be PTSD. This is exactly what happened with me.    In today's show I go through symptoms of PTSD and offer stories and examples of how this may be showing up in your life. Lastly, I offer techniques and strategies for change.    Ned: https://Helloned.com/Adult   Promo code: Adult   https://theadultchair.com/membership   EMDR and/or Brainspotting Hakomi Bioenergetics NST-Neurostructural Integration   Annie Waugh Boerner   annieboerner.com Myofacial-with a John Barnes trained practitioner

On today’s show I have Natalia Juarez discussing how to have better breakups. Listen to this episode to learn the role attachment issues, love addiction and love avoidance play into our breakups. Learn when it is time to end a relationship AND MOVE ON. Discover how we are the point of our attraction and WHAT TO LOOK FOR within ourselves when we keep attracting “bad” relationships. So many great topics to discuss with an expert on all things dating, breaking up and recovery. Thank you Natalia Juarez.   https://Betterbreakups.com  (Website)  The Breakup Coach (Instagram) Untangled (Book)   https://Helloned.com/Adult      Patti Elledge podcast #111 Attachment podcast https://theadultchair.com/podcast/111   https://theadultchair.com/membership 

I get asked this question all the time, "What do I work on next?" "I realize I have so many things to work on and don't know where to begin!"    In today's show I offer ideas on what to work on next, what direction to take while on your path of healing, and how to stay in the flow while doing it.    Whether it be codependency, anxiety, relationship problems, working with self-esteem or any healing goal you have,  there is a way to do this from your Adult Chair and today I share with you just how to do that.    https://theadultchair.com/membership   https://Mymyro.com/adult

So many of us live life from The Adolescent Chair. We rush and busy ourselves to the point of exhaustion. We stress ourselves out and wind up living with anxiety, depression and other ailments. We lack presence and feel like if we keep doing we will find our answers and that maybe when we get enough done, our problems will go away, our pain will be erased, and our stress will be gone. What if finding relief was easier than you imagined? There is magic in being that can change your life. When we are able to just "be," we can find our true Self - the self with a capital S. When we can connect into this part, our truest essence, our problems can transform, we gain clarity that we could't find before, our "to-do" list shortens, and magic happens. In today's show, I share with you the difference between meditation and being, tools to enter and live in this state, and the power we find with being. It is truly magical, and you can transform your life when you learn how. For this is where we find our Adult Chair, which is the truest version of ourselves. https://theadultchair.com/workshop  https://theadultchair.com/membership  Sponsor: Ned https://helloned.com/Adult 

Do you ever feel stuck in life? Like you can't catch a break with some people and you keep getting the short end of the stick? Have you ever thought that you are missing something and that you actually have limiting beliefs or filters that are causing you to keep attracting in bad jobs, unsuccessful relationships, unhealthy friendships, not enough money etc.? Limiting beliefs and filters can keep us stuck, disempowered and make us feel small, like a victim and even send us down the path of anxiety and depression. In today's show I give you a couple good examples what limiting beliefs are and how they block us from happiness and success. Most of us are unconscious of our limiting beliefs and filters yet they are ruling our lives! It's time to make them conscious. Today I offer you ways to find your own limiting beliefs and filters that keep you stuck and how to shatter them, and create a feeling of empowerment and freedom in your life. https://theadultchair.com/workshop  https://theadultchair.com/membership 

On today's show I spoke with Certified Eating Psychology Coach, Jessi Jean all about binge eating, emotional eating and more. Jessi shared with us her own journey and offered some tips on what you can do right now if you feel out of control with food. So many of us struggle with food and Jessi's teachings and masterclass have helped thousands around the globe with eating/food issues and food addiction. Instagram: @Jessijeannn Facebook: JessiJeannn https://www.conquerbingeeating.com/FFM (Food Freedom Masterclass). https://theadultchair.com/workshop  https://theadultchair.com/membership  https://Greenchef.us/adult 

I am thrilled to have on the show today, relationship experts and the creators of Imago Relationship Theory and Therapy, Harville Hendrix, Ph.D and Helen Hunt Ph.D! We covered a range of topics from why we fall in love, to how childhood wounding affects our current relationships to what we do if our partner isn't interested in improving the relationship and so much more. It was a delight to have them on the show and know you won't want to miss this one. It's full of life changing and usable information that you can begin to apply right away. Enjoy! https://www.harvilleandhelen.com   Newest Book: Getting the Love You Want Sponsor: https://Takecareof.com  Promo code: ADULT50 Upcoming workshop: The Adult Chair Nashville May 4 and 5, 2019 https://theadultchair.com/workshop 

When we are triggered, we lose ourselves so quickly and fall into a defense. Oftentimes we regret our reaction later on. In today's show, Michelle gives some tips to help us stay in our Adult Chair when we are triggered and remain present with whatever is coming up.    Triggers can be such a gift when we understand that they are windows into our unconscious beliefs. It's a way to gain a deeper understanding about ourself!    https://theadultchair.com    Podcast #98: Transforming Triggers: https://theadultchair.com/podcast/98   Podcast #133 Ending Triggers: https://theadultchair.com/podcast/133   Takecareof.com: http://takecareof.com/ Promo code: ADULT

It can be hard to live with self-love when we have loud inner negative parts. In today's show, Michelle discusses steps to transform these inner parts from the Adolescent Chair. Once these parts are transformed, we are able to live with greater self-love and compassion. https://theadultchair.com  https://Molekule.com  promo code: adult

We all have many inner voices but there is one in particular, that can be overly critical and hard on us, it's called the "inner critic." In today's show, I share with you what the inner critic is and how to transform that voice using some simple and easy to use tools. You will also receive some "homework" that will help build up your inner supportive voice to help you stay in your healthy adult even when the inner critic has something to say. The Adult Chair workshop May 4th and 5th in Nashville, TN https://theadultchair.com/workshop  The Adult Chair Membership https://theadultchair.com/membership 

After getting so many comments from the Healthy Relationships podcast #146 a couple weeks ago, I felt like I needed to do a follow up show and answer some of the questions and comments that came in. So today's show is a continuation of ideas and tools to help you to cultivate healthy relationships in your life.    https://theadultchair.com/workshop    https://theadultchair.com/membership    Healthy Relationships podcast Part 1 https://theadultchair.com/podcast/146    Katherine Woodward Thomas Calling in The One podcast https://theadultchair.com/podcast/145   10 Minute Meditation for Creating your Hearts Desire https://theadultchair.com/meditations

What if I told you that you can change your brain and become happier? How about going from a pessimist to an optimist? Well you can and it doesn't take long! On today's show, Dr. Rick Hanson shares with us how to "Hardwire Happiness" into our brains and teaches us with some very simple steps how to sustain that happiness. This was an incredible and powerful conversation with one of the worlds foremost authorities on the brain and happiness. You are going to love this show!   Rickhanson.net   theadultchair.com/membership

Today I share with you how we create Healthy Relationships from The Adult Chair. Unfortunately, so many of us aren't taught how to have healthy relationships. In fact, most of us enter into relationships with a lot of baggage which can activate our triggers, and leave us feeling helpless and not sure what to do to help or improve our relationship.  In today's show I offer tools and tips on how we can create and/or improve our relationships. A big part of healthy relationships is being able to communicate effectively, which again so many of us are unsure how to do. Today's tools can be applied to any relationship, not only romantic ones. I hope you find hope, clarity and empowerment after listening to today's show as  now you too can begin to create new stronger connections in your own life with others.  xo Michelle   The Adult Chair Membership - https://theadultchair.com/membership    https://theadultchair.com/podcast/98   Instagram: @michelle.chalfant

Happy Valentines Day!    Today's show is all about love and finding "the one" and/or improving your current relationship.  So whether you are in a relationship or not, you will benefit from this show! Katherine Woodward Thomas, author of Calling in the One and Conscious Uncoupling shares with us today some beautiful ideas on how we get ourselves healthy to then create the relationship we have been longing for.    Katherine Woodward Thomas https://katherinewoodwardthomas.com/ Calling in The One free starter kit Conscious Uncoupling Love out Loud Daily   Conscious Uncoupling podcast #124 https://theadultchair.com/podcast/124   The Adult Chair Membership  https://theadultchair.com/membership

Dr. Debi Silber from the PBT institute (Post Betrayal Institute) and I had a great conversation on the transformation of betrayal. She has done studies on betrayal and has a proven method for transformation. We discussed how betrayal can affect us physically and emotionally and we may not even know it! Debi shared with us the stages of transformation and how you too can heal and repair the damage from a betrayal.    PBTinstitute.com PBTinstitute.com/quiz   Book: The Unshakable Woman: 4 Steps to Rebuilding Your Body, Mind and Life After a Life Crisis   The Unshakable Woman-The Workbook (the companion guide to the book)   @Debisilber Instagram   Theadultchair.com @michelle.chalfant  Instagram

Wow, wow, wow what a conversation I had with Dr. Keesha Ewers! If you or someone you know struggle with an autoimmune disease or any illness, this is a show you will not want to miss. Dr. Keesha shared how she reversed her own autoimmune disease naturally and how any disease can be reversed. We touched on the microbiome and how it relates to health, the root of autoimmune and other diseases and how to get your body healthy again naturally by examining Dr. Keesha's "4 corners of the puzzle" to health. She is a wealth of information and has some beautiful offerings for anyone ready to get healthy.    Drkeesha.com Instagram @drkeesha   theadultchair.com Closed FB group Instagram @michelle.chalfant

Shann Vander Leek from the Anxiety Slayer podcast joins me today for a wonderful conversation about anxiety. Shann offers us some fabulous tools and ideas on how to "slay" anxiety and live with greater peace and tranquility in your life. It was a great conversation on all things anxiety.    Anxiety Slayer Podcast: www.Anxietyslayer.com   TakeCareOf.com  Enter promo code Adult for 25% off your first order.