The Michelle Chalfant Show — Life from the Adult Chair

Listener Discretion: This conversation includes a brief mention of suicidal thoughts as part of one guest's journey toward healing and awakening. In this episode, I sit down with the incredible Neale Donald Walsch, author of the Conversations with God series, for a deeply moving conversation about awakening, consciousness, and remembering who we truly are. Neale shares how a single moment of despair led to a life-changing dialogue with God - one that continues to inspire millions around the world. Our conversation dives into love, unity, and how to live from awareness instead of fear. Together, we explore how to: See challenges as opportunities for soul growth and remembrance Shift from separation to connection and from fear to love Move beyond "doing" spirituality to being it Recognize your soul's purpose in everyday moments Build your own personal, authentic relationship with the Divine This conversation is a beautiful reminder that life isn't happening to us — it's happening through us. Every experience, even the difficult ones, is guiding us back home to love. Resources from this Episode: Learn more about Neale Donald Walsch: http://www.nealedonaldwalsch.com/ Get Neale's new book "God Talk: Experiences of Humanity's Connections with a Higher Power" at Amazon or Barnes and Noble MORE MICHELLE CHALFANT Website: https://www.michellechalfant.com Membership: The Academy of Awakening https://www.theacademyofawakening.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themichellechalfant Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheMichelleChalfant The Adult Chair® Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/theadultchair YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/Michellechalfant

If you've ever caught yourself wondering, "Am I good enough? Lovable enough? Worthy enough?"... this episode is for you. Today, I'm diving into the powerful difference between external and internal validation, and how learning to validate yourself is the key to breaking free from codependency, people-pleasing, and enmeshment. When we rely on others to tell us who we are, we lose touch with our true selves. But when we start building that validation from within, everything changes: our confidence, our sense of worth, and the way we move through the world. In this episode, I share: How codependency develops when we seek our worth outside of ourselves Simple ways to practice self-validation every day Why internal validation becomes even more essential as we age How celebrating your small wins rewires your brain and boosts self-worth This episode is all about bringing it home. Finding your value from within and learning to celebrate the beautifully unique human you already are. ✨ Ready to deepen your connection with yourself? Join my free 30-Day Journaling Challenge at michellechalfant.com/journal and explore the power of daily reflection to build confidence, clarity, and self-trust. Resources from this Episode: The Adult Chair book is NOW AVAILABLE! 🎉 It's my birthday month! Celebrate with me by leaving a review for the podcast or The Adult Chair book. It's the best gift you could give! MORE MICHELLE CHALFANT Website: https://www.michellechalfant.com Membership: The Academy of Awakening https://www.theacademyofawakening.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themichellechalfant Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheMichelleChalfant The Adult Chair® Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/theadultchair YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/Michellechalfant

Today, I sit down with my dear friend and astrologer Monica Lorraine to explore the deeper wisdom within your astrology chart. You're so much more than your sun sign. Your birth chart is a map of your soul that reveals who you are and why you're here. Monica shares how understanding your chart can help you grow emotionally and spiritually, navigate relationship patterns, and uncover your true purpose. She explains what a birth chart is, how planetary movements influence your life, and how to use astrology as a practical tool for self-awareness. In this episode, you'll hear: What your birth chart actually is and why it matters How to move beyond your sun sign and explore your full astrological blueprint Understanding emotional patterns, triggers, and personal timing How astrology can strengthen your relationships and communication Using your chart to identify and embody your purpose Resources from this Episode: Want to go deeper? Monica is offering a complimentary 20-minute Soul Map Clarity Session for my listeners. Sign up here! ✨ Join Michelle's free Annual 30-day Journaling Challenge ✨ MORE MICHELLE CHALFANT Website: https://www.michellechalfant.com Membership: The Academy of Awakening https://www.theacademyofawakening.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themichellechalfant Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheMichelleChalfant The Adult Chair® Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/theadultchair YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/Michellechalfant

I'm joined today by the mystical and deeply inspiring Alana Fairchild, an internationally known spiritual teacher, author, and creator of more than 70 beloved Oracle decks. Together, we explore how to navigate seasons of transformation, embody the divine feminine, and trust the mysterious timing of our own blooming. Alana shares profound wisdom on eclipse energy as a spiritual reset, helping us understand why moments of uncertainty, exhaustion, or grief often arrive before major breakthroughs. We also dive into what it means to awaken the divine feminine within, how to listen to your intuition, and why learning to trust life's rhythm is the key to inner peace. In this episode, you'll hear: How to work with eclipse energy as a spiritual "reboot" The healing power of grief and surrender What divine feminine energy really means (and how to embody it) The role of Oracle cards as a bridge to your intuition and inner guidance This is a conversation about trusting your unfolding, honoring your rhythm, and remembering who you truly are. Resources from this Episode: Explore Alana's Oracle decks, meditations, and courses, including her upcoming series on the goddesses Isis, Kali, and Mother Mary, at alanafairchild.com. Connect with Alana @alana_fairchild and on Facebook. ✨ Join Michelle's free Annual 30-day Journaling Challenge ✨ MORE MICHELLE CHALFANT Website: https://www.michellechalfant.com Membership: The Academy of Awakening https://www.theacademyofawakening.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themichellechalfant Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheMichelleChalfant The Adult Chair® Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/theadultchair YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/Michellechalfant

Today, I'm diving into one of my favorite topics: journaling. As we head into the 30-Day Journaling Challenge, I'm sharing how this simple daily practice can help you release emotions, gain clarity, and connect more deeply with yourself. I'll walk you through why journaling is such a powerful healing tool, how it helps calm your nervous system, and even how to use it for manifesting, inner child work, and self-discovery. You'll see that journaling isn't about perfection. It's about presence, honesty, and giving your inner world a voice. In this episode, I share: How journaling helps you process emotions and regulate your nervous system Simple ways to access your inner wisdom through writing Creative journaling ideas for healing, growth, and manifestation How to make journaling a sacred and nurturing self-care practice Join the Free 30-Day Journaling Challenge: Join thousands of people around the world starting November 1 for a free month of guided journaling. You'll receive one prompt each day to help you uncover insights and move energy in powerful new ways. ✨ Sign up at theadultchair.com/journal Resources from this Episode: The Adult Chair book is NOW AVAILABLE! MORE MICHELLE CHALFANT Website: https://www.michellechalfant.com Membership: The Academy of Awakening https://www.theacademyofawakening.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themichellechalfant Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheMichelleChalfant The Adult Chair® Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/theadultchair YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/Michellechalfant

Today, I'm diving into the powerful practice of cord cutting - a simple but transformative way to release old ties and reclaim your own energy. We create energetic cords with everyone we interact with, from loved ones to strangers. These connections can weigh us down with resentment, heartbreak, and even other people's emotions. Cord cutting isn't about ending relationships. It's about keeping your energy field clean, clear, and truly your own. In this episode, I share: What energetic cords are and how they affect us Why cutting cords doesn't mean cutting people out of your life Simple, practical ways to cut cords through visualization and intention How cord cutting frees us from resentment, trauma, and unhealthy dynamics This isn't just about feeling lighter. It's about stepping into your own power, creating space for peace, and opening the door to healthier, more fulfilling connections. Resources from this Episode: The Adult Chair book is NOW AVAILABLE! A Meditation: Cleansing Relationships & Cutting Cords MORE MICHELLE CHALFANT Website: https://www.michellechalfant.com Membership: The Academy of Awakening https://www.theacademyofawakening.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themichellechalfant Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheMichelleChalfant The Adult Chair® Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/theadultchair YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/Michellechalfant

Yes, you read that right. In this episode, I share a very real and very unexpected story about what happened when I accidentally swallowed a dental tool, and how I used the Adult Chair model to navigate nine days of fear, anxiety, and uncertainty. What could have been a terrifying and overwhelming experience became a powerful opportunity for me to practice exactly what I teach: grounding, regulating my nervous system, and staying connected to myself no matter what was happening around me. In this episode, I open up about: How I calmed myself using fact and truth, grounding, and slow breathing The importance of asking "Why is this happening for me?" instead of "Why is this happening to me?" The parts work and inner healing that surfaced through this experience How feelings of anger, fear, and even betrayal led me to uncover old root beliefs This story isn't just about an unusual accident. It's about how we can move from fear to empowerment, from victim to adult, and from disconnection back to our true selves. Resources from this Episode: The Adult Chair book is NOW AVAILABLE! Small Group Coaching is Back! Join us beginning October 7th: michellechalfant.com/octoberlive MORE MICHELLE CHALFANT Website: https://www.michellechalfant.com Membership: The Academy of Awakening https://www.theacademyofawakening.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themichellechalfant Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheMichelleChalfant The Adult Chair® Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/theadultchair YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/Michellechalfant

In this episode, I sit down with Suzanne Chilton to dive deep into the world of reflexology. Suzanne shares her personal journey from a career in the arts to discovering the healing benefits of reflexology while caring for her husband through invasive cancer treatments. We discuss how reflexology can support self-care, wellness, and health by naturally reducing stress, anxiety, and inflammation. Suzanne explains the interconnectedness of the body's systems and demonstrates practical techniques to relieve tension and promote balance. Whether you're looking for natural ways to enhance your well-being or curious about alternative therapies, this conversation is filled with valuable insights and practical tips to start your reflexology journey. In this episode, you'll hear: How the feet mirror the entire body and support physical, emotional, and energetic healing The connection between reflexology, acupuncture, chakras, and the body's energy lines Simple self-reflexology techniques to ease stress, anxiety, and even neck pain Ways reflexology can support sleep, digestion, immunity, and overall balance How parents can use reflexology with babies and children for natural relief and bonding Resources from this Episode: Connect with Suzanne Chilton on Instagram & Facebook @footgurureflexology Suzanne's Website: www.footgurureflexology.com/links (access tutorials, foot maps, online courses, and pro trainings) Special Offer: Foot Map Miracle Mini-Course MORE MICHELLE CHALFANT Website: https://www.michellechalfant.com Membership: The Academy of Awakening https://www.theacademyofawakening.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themichellechalfant Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheMichelleChalfant The Adult Chair® Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/theadultchair YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/Michellechalfant

Have you ever asked yourself, "What am I really here to do?" If you feel stuck, unfulfilled, or unsure about your purpose, you are not alone. I hear this question all the time, and I've been there myself. In this episode, I'm sharing a fresh way to think about purpose. It's not something you have to go out and chase, it already lives inside of you. The real work is learning how to align with it. In this episode, I'll walk you through: How to recognize the clues in your own life story that point toward your purpose Why following the "breadcrumbs" of curiosity can open new doors Simple ways to reconnect with your inner child and rediscover joy and creativity How to notice the energy shifts that signal you're on the right path The powerful questions I ask when I feel unclear or stuck Resources from this Episode: The Adult Chair book is NOW AVAILABLE! Inner Child Meditation MORE MICHELLE CHALFANT Website: https://www.michellechalfant.com Membership: The Academy of Awakening https://www.theacademyofawakening.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themichellechalfant Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheMichelleChalfant The Adult Chair® Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/theadultchair YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/Michellechalfant

Not every relationship is meant to last forever. Friendships, partnerships, even family or work connections can shift. Sometimes the healthiest choice is to let them go. But how do you do that with compassion, clarity, and grace? In this episode, I'm sharing how to recognize when a relationship has run its course, what it means from a soul-growth perspective, and how to navigate endings without blame, shame, or judgment. You'll also learn how to move forward with self-compassion and confidence, even when grief arises. In this episode, I cover: How to tell when a relationship is no longer aligned The difference between ego reactions and soul growth Steps for ending relationships with compassion and truth Why grief is natural, and how to allow it to move through you Resources from this Episode: The Adult Chair book is NOW AVAILABLE! Join me LIVE in Boone, NC, at The Art of Living Retreat Center. Click here to learn more! MORE MICHELLE CHALFANT Website: https://www.michellechalfant.com Membership: The Academy of Awakening https://www.theacademyofawakening.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themichellechalfant Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheMichelleChalfant The Adult Chair® Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/theadultchair YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/Michellechalfant