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267: āIt all has to be in alignment. I have to be living very honestly in order to do my most honest work. And honesty is a fundamental requirement for the work that I do. I find that if I'm not living honestly, and it doesn't have to be a hundred percent, if I'm not living honestly in ways that are actually very important, I actually can't show up for my work in the way that I need to.ā ~ Africa Brooke
This soul-baring conversation between Chelsea and Africa dives deep into self-censorship, shadow work, heartbreak, and the raw journey of sobriety. Together, they explore how our patterns in love and life reveal the unhealed parts of ourselves - the ones we try to tame, cage up, and discard. Yet the truth is: owning and integrating these parts and reclaiming our voice is a revolutionary act. Listen closely.
Africa Brooke is a Zimbabwean-born consultant, developmental coach, speaker, and author of "The Third Perspective: Brave Expression in The Age of Intolerance." She is known for her work in overcoming self-sabotage and self-censorship. As the founder and CEO of Africa Brooke International, she provides consulting and coaching to a global audience. She hosts two personal development podcasts, āBeyond the Selfā and āUnthinkable Thoughts,ā and is a frequent guest on TV, podcasts, and radio. Her insights have been featured in publications like The Guardian, and she has delivered keynotes at venues like Cambridge University.
This episode is a masterclass in emotional honesty, self-responsibility, and embracing the full spectrum of who we are. Chelsea and Africa remind us that the path to empowered relationships and aligned work begins with radical truth-telling - to ourselves first.
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266: āI used to have a very toxic relationship with work. Then I realizedāI donāt have to work. Who said I have to work? I choose to play instead.ā - Klara Hascakova
In this episode, Chelsea and Klara Hascakova explore the concept of "Antichrist Consciousness" (eek! provoking, but listen to the ep for an explanataion) and how collective thought patterns shape personal identity. Are we all really one? They discuss the impact of societal conditioning, the power of gamifying daily life, and why thinking about work and discipline differently can lead to a more fulfilling and energized, zesty existence.
This episode is an invitation to rethink the way we navigate work, identity, and play. You donāt have to work 9-5, grind your way to the top, or do anything the way other people say to. Whether it's shifting your mindset, questioning outdated societal narratives, or gamifying your daily tasks like a game of Mario Kart, KlĆ”ra and Chelsea encourage listeners to scuba dive into self-inquiry and personal experimentation to create a life that feels truly aligned.
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265: "I came to a point of realization that everything here is made up. And why I couldn't be just another human being that is going to make something up? I have this audacity within me...I'm very courageous. I love to experiment and see if it's gonna work out. And so far, so good. I feel very supported in these bold choices."
Klara Hascakova is a systems designer for geniuses, innovator, Name Patterns expert, and 5/1 Oxford-educated Reflector helping people gamify their lives, play with consciousness and operate outside of traditional conditioning.
In this episode, Chelsea and Klara dive into the power of name patterns, why identity is more flexible than we think, how to gamify everything in life, and how designing personal systems can put you in an energetic surplus.
Klara shares how changing her name for four years reshaped her self-perception, why she believes everything in life is made up, and how embracing bold experimentation can lead to radical freedom. Talk about AUDACITY!
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264: "āYou believe in that shit?!ā my date blurted out, eyebrows furrowing in disbelief. The cat was out of the bag: I was one of THOSE girls."
LADIES - why the hell are men so triggered by astrology???
I enlisted the help of on an astrologer who married a scientist to help me answer this question: Jaz Borri.
Pssst - having these conversations is exactly how you take down the patriarchy... one witchy yap sesh at a time ;)
This podcast is repurposed from my Substack: Slight Turbulence. Check it out!
Did ya know... this isnāt the first time Jaz and I fell into a conversational whirlwind. Catch her on this ep of In My Non-Expert Opinion from 2023.
I also got to appear on her show, The Esoteric Entrepreneur, TWICE last year (can you tell weāre a teensy bit obsessed with each other?) - tune in below:
š³ REALITY CHECK: Paying Off $9K of Credit Card Debt
š« STORY-TELLING: How to Tell a Tasty Tale & Spill Your Tea with Grace
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263: "You can make a choice and still want to do the other thing. Itās not going to be like, 'Oh, it's all gone. The desire is gone.' I think thatās also a misconception because I made this choice, that means Iām all okay with it. Well, no, there are still parts of it that were fun, even though the majority of it was not fine. Letās be honest here." ā Nisha Patel
In this episode, Chelsea sits down with transformative Sobriety Coach and Licensed Counselor Nisha Patel to discuss the complexities of sobriety, especially in a booze-heavy culture where drinking is deeply ingrained in socializing, dating, and celebrating. They tackle everything from the emotional and psychological rollercoasters going sober puts you on, dodging relentless peer pressure, retooling relationships, and proving that you can have a blast without ever reaching for a drink.
Snippets from the episode:
Sobriety is not about deprivation; itās about clarity, self-discovery, and redefining what truly brings joy and connection. Whether youāre sober-curious or fully committed, this conversation is a reminder that your journey is yours alone, and itās okay to take it one day at a time.
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262: āSocial media is like sprinkles on top. It's nice to have, but it's not necessary. You would not fill an entire ice cream cone with only sprinkles unless you were high!ā
In this raw, unfiltered episode, Chelsea unpacks the question on everyone's mind: What the F is going on with social media? She explores the political undercurrents shaping platforms like Meta and TikTok, examines algorithm shifts, questions the ethics of AI, and highlights why diversifying your content strategy is more important than ever.
**Snippets** from the episode:
This is for you if youāre an entrepreneur or creator navigating the chaos of social media. Itās a reminder that we control our digital footprintāand itās time to invest in platforms we own, create content with purpose, and align our online presence with our core values.
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Ep. 242 The History of Instagramā¦ Time to Delete It?
Ep. 244 - Selling Without Social Media
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261: āLeisure is one of my number one values. Friendships are some of my most important relationships and I would rather cut back on working and maybe sacrifice some income to be able to spend more time with my friends.ā
Itās here ā the annual BUSINESS YEAR IN REVIEW! (Did I learn anything, or am I still winging it?)
This time, Iām unpacking it all: losing a platinum client (ouch), a Christmas miracle pipeline save, de-centering urgency (hello, chill mornings!), and why contracts are basically your business bestie. Oh, and the mindset shifts that got me to $140k while taking nearly 2 months + Fridays off (because burnout? Not on my watch).
This oneās raw, honest, and full of receipts ā LFG.
Snippets from the episode:
On Boundaries and Rest:I didnāt want to dive into work right after the holidays. Cape Town summer is finite, and prioritizing friendships and memories felt more valuable than rushing into tasks.
On Diversifying Income:If one-on-one work is your primary revenue stream, losing one client can disrupt your entire system. Diversifying offers, like group programs, can provide stability.
On Contracts and Policies:Late fees, pause clauses, and cancellation notices are not just practicalāthey protect your time, energy, and resources.
On Imposter Syndrome:If someone fills out your application or books a discovery call, theyāre talking to you for a reason. Donāt say no to yourself before they even have the chance to.
On Simplifying Launches:I reframed launching as just telling people about my offer for a concentrated time. I made it easy by using what I loveāemails, podcasts, and simple visuals.
Ending note:This episode is packed with actionable insights for entrepreneurs who value authenticity, strategic planning, andoo rest. Chelsea reminds us that running a business doesnāt have to mean sacrificing your peace or personal relationships.
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260: āI don't do well with vague, fluffy information. So when people just say, 'Oh, you know, I had a hard time and I learned a lesson and did some therapy and did this and that. And then I just woke up and I just realized it was gone.' I'm like, what did you do? How long did it take? How much money did you spend? What support systems did you have? Those are the nitty gritty details that have helped me. And so to be in service, I want to offer that to you too."
It's your favorite episode of the year - the annual HONEST YEAR IN REVIEW: Personal Edition (be sure to ā ā check out 2023's recap episodeā ā and compare notes - was there actual progress made?)
Chelsea invites all her 2024 skeletons in the closet onto the airwaves today, sharing everything from situationships (not again! didn't we learn?!), casual sex (or lack thereof), sober (kinda), and the inner demons she's tackling head on.
Snippets from the episode:
On Relationships:
"The lesson I learned from this is that you do need to communicate early on and often, and you cannot use physical intimacy as the glue and the prayer, if you will, that you're going to end up together."
On Sobriety:
"Being sober, you have no excuse to say, 'OMG, I just said that because I was drunk.' It makes you reflect a lot."
On Financial Goals:
"Set a goal that is beyond yourself. Paying off debt and getting to zero is cool, but I needed something more emotional, like taking my family to Japan."
On Travel and Intentionality:
"āIf you're trying to pick a place to live, think about somewhere that you like who you are or you feel expanded or inspired to become who you want to be."
On Budgeting:
"Budgeting is just planning out your finances and putting your money where you want it to go. Itās about controlling your money instead of your money controlling you."
This episode is full of the nitty gritty of Chelsea's personal life, so if you want to know what goes on BTS of a digital nomad, entrepreneur, writer, podcast host and lover of life - this episode is for you.
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259: This isn't your normal episode - it's a vlog from Chelsea's Substack: Slight Turbulence. ST is the wild child, rebellious, chaotic sister of In My Non-Expert Opinion; a creative playground where no topic is off limits. This vlog is about how Chelsea is doing the most - and hating it.
If you enjoyed this vlog, you'll love other Slight Turbulence posts like:
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258: āWhat if you died tomorrow? What regrets would you have? And what decisions can you make in this present moment to live a non-regrettable life?ā - Chelsea Riffe
In this solo episode, Chelsea explores the concept of living a non-regrettable life, breaking down how intentional decision-making can lead to a life filled with meaning and joy. She shares her own non-regrettable decisions, like quitting a job, moving abroad and starting a podcast, and lays out practical steps for aligning your actions with your dreams, no matter how big or small.
**Snippets** from the episode:
Your life is happening now, not someday in the future. Start making decisions that align with life you want to create, and live in a way that leaves no room for regret. Your story matters, expert or not.
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257: āThere is like a deeper, deeper wisdom and voice calling me to be like āChelsea, there is a next version of you waiting to unlock and it is sitting there ready to f***ing go. It has like a fire burning and it just needs you to be clear and focus and bright and zestyā. And I don't think of any of those words when I think of me drunk. ā - Chelsea Riffe
In this episode, Chelsea opens up about her journey to becoming sober-ish, from her party-girl college days to navigating sobriety as an adult. She shares what prompted her to reexamine her relationship with alcohol and how she's building a life that truly aligns with her values.
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Sobriety isnāt about perfection; itās about choosing what aligns with your values and the life you want to create. Take it step by step, and remember that every small win is a vote for your authentic self!
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