This episode is all about Ditching the Algorithm & Reclaiming Your Energy with Chelsea Riffe on[ AKA The work smarter not harder way to run your biz]

Ready to make some major life changes? Tune into this electric episode of The Return Podcast as our host Caitlan dives deep with Chelsea Riffe, a visionary in the world of social media and podcasting.

Discover Chelsea’s refreshing philosophy on using social media as just the sprinkles on an already delicious ice cream cone of life. As a Virgo moon and rising, Chelsea shares her journey from feeling depleted by the algorithm to creating a thriving, authentic business through podcasting and long-form content.

Whether you’re thinking of starting your own podcast, shifting career gears, or just desperate to escape the social media hamster wheel, you’ll find plenty of inspiration and actionable advice here. Chelsea’s honesty and vibrant energy will not only entertain you but might just convince you to take that brave leap towards your dreams.

Plus, get the inside scoop on Chelsea’s Pitch Perfect Bootcamp and start being heard where it really counts. Hit play and return to yourself!

Episode Mentions & Resources:

Pitch Perfect Bootcamp Waitlist

Chelsea’s website

Chelsea’s instagram

⁠Caitlan's website⁠

⁠Caitlan's instagram⁠

Episode Timeline

00:00 Welcome to The Return Podcast 00:49 Chelsea's Unique Approach to Social Media 01:27 The Ice Cream Cone Analogy 03:11 The Social Media Slot Machine 04:06 Data-Driven Decisions 06:25 Personal Stories and Social Media Insights 08:39 The Turning Point: A High Moment 15:13 Parental Support and Resourcefulness 19:26 Facing Projections and Pursuing Dreams 24:32 Encouragement to Start a Podcast 25:51 Overcoming Self-Doubt and Starting Your Journey 26:11 The Myth of Overnight Success 26:54 The Trap of Comparison and Social Media 27:56 Building Confidence Through Action 29:12 Embracing Imperfection and Just Starting 29:58 The Reality Behind Social Media Followings 31:14 Perfectionism as Procrastination 32:30 The Importance of Showing Up Consistently 33:55 The Pitfalls of Pedestalizing Influencers 44:27 Creating with Integrity and Intentionality 46:33 Returning to Your True Self Through Creation 49:08 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

In this episode of The Return Podcast, host Caitlan Siegenthaler delves into the transformative power of self-compassion. She begins by acknowledging her initial skepticism towards self-kindness and shares her journey from self-criticism to embracing self-compassion, supported by scientific research.

Caitlan outlines common misconceptions about self-compassion, including its perceived selfishness and ineffectiveness, and counters these myths with evidence-based benefits such as improved psychological well-being, better relationships, and enhanced motivation.

She introduces the three components of self-compassion: self-kindness, common humanity, and mindfulness, and provides practical tips on how to implement these practices in daily life. With reference to expert Kristin Neff's work, Caitlan empowers listeners to start their self-compassion journey and unlock a healthier, happier life.

Episode Mentions & Resources:

Self-compassion meditation

Kristin Neff's website

⁠Caitlan's website⁠

⁠Caitlan's instagram⁠

TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview 00:57 The Skeptic's Journey to Self-Compassion 03:15 Debunking Myths About Self-Compassion 06:07 The Science Behind Self-Compassion 09:02 Practical Steps to Practice Self-Compassion 11:20 Benefits of Self-Compassion 16:48 Implementing Self-Compassion in Daily Life 24:53 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

In this episode, we welcome Lindsey Konchar, a financial therapist, to discuss the significant relationship between mental health and financial well-being. Lindsey shares her journey from traditional therapy to financial therapy, and offers invaluable insights on how emotions influence financial decisions, the importance of a personalized financial strategy, and key resources to help listeners manage their finances effectively. The discussion covers the impact of childhood experiences on financial habits, overcoming financial shame, and practical advice for budgeting, investing, and achieving financial self-care.

Whether you're struggling with budgeting, seeking alignment in your financial goals, or curious about financial therapy, this episode is packed with actionable takeaways.

More about Lindsey:

Lindsey is a financial therapist, here to help you feel excited about money! (Yes, it's possible!) Money isn't just a math problem; there is always so much more to the equation. Merging behavioral therapy and financial coaching, Lindsey helps you live your unique dream life!

Episode Mentions & Resources:

Lindsey's instagram

Lindsey's website

⁠Caitlan's website⁠

⁠Caitlan's instagram⁠

Timestamps:

00:00 Introduction to Financial Therapy with Lindsey

01:05 The Intersection of Mental Health and Money

01:52 Lindsay's Journey into Financial Therapy

04:32 Understanding Your Money Story

12:18 Challenges Women Face in Financial Management

24:36 Setting Financial Goals and Priorities

26:19 The Importance of Financial Therapy

27:42 Overcoming Shame and Misalignment

33:51 Balancing Parenthood and Financial Health

39:08 Creating a Flexible Financial Plan

41:03 Living Within Your Means

44:46 Free Financial Self-Care Webinar

46:05 How to Connect and Work with Lindsey

48:38 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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Want a better relationship but don't know where to start? In this episode, Caitlan goes deep on how knowing your Human Design type can help you have better relationships!

In this episode Caitlan goes deep on:

• What human design is
• The different human design energy types [Generator, Manifesting Generator, Projector, Manifestor & Reflector]
• What you need to know for your relationships by each of the energy types
• Communication styles of the types

Episode Mentions & Resources:

⁠How to look up your Human Design chart ⁠

⁠⁠Contact Caitlan for a Human Design reading⁠

⁠⁠Caitlan's instagram⁠

Vulnerability is the key to deep & meaningful relationships. Yet, so many of us struggle to be vulnerable.

This episode explores why we struggle & what we can do about it.

KEY TAKEAWAYS:

• You have to get to know yourself & we live in a society that provides plenty of opportunity for us to not do that.

• You have to feel comfortable sharing your fears, sharing things in the moment and there can be a million reasons why this might be difficult.

• The key to being vulnerability is loving & accepting yourself PLUS learning to feel comfortable communicating all of those things

Episode Mentions & Resources:

• Book: Steal like an artist
• Substack
• Codependency Podcast Episode

Connect with Caitlan:

⁠Caitlan's website⁠

⁠Caitlan's instagram⁠

This solo episode comes as a response to a listener request. Ask and you shall receive!

In this episode Caitlan goes deep on:

• How do you answer the question should I stay or should I go in a relationship?
• Why are you asking this question in the first place?
• 3 steps to helping you get the answer
• 5 questions to ask yourself to help you get more clarity
• How to take action once you've made a decision

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Episode Mentions & Resources:

⁠Caitlan's website⁠

⁠Caitlan's instagram⁠

Book a free consultation with Caitlan

Podcast Love:

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Today Caitlan is on the pod solo and helps listeners under Codependency & Hyper-Independency and how it's a fine line and actually more of a spectrum. Rather than this or that, there is more shades of gray in each of this labels.

In this episode Caitlan goes deep on:

• The concept of codependency and hyper independence as existing on a spectrum
• The importance of maintaining balance and individual identity within relationships
• Fun examples from reality TV and personal experiences to illustrate the spectrum of dependency in relationships
• Caitlan shares a personal story of experiencing codependency in a past relationship, highlighting the impact and consequences
• The nuanced ways codependency and hyper independence manifest in various relationships and contexts
• Listener questions about the positive aspects of codependency, supporting hyper independent friends, and identifying these tendencies in relationships
• The potential root causes of codependency and hyper independence, including trauma, attachment styles, and societal norms
• The actionable steps for self-awareness, reflection, boundary-setting, and ongoing growth in relationships

Episode Mentions & Resources:

⁠Caitlan's website⁠

⁠Caitlan's instagram⁠

Currently reading: Sociopath a memoir

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This audio course is the ultimate guide to making BIG decisions in your relationships. Should you make-up or breakup? Is that friendship really worth holding on to? Is your boss so toxic that it is impacting your mental health?

These questions are IMPORTANT and we rarely give ourselves the opportunity to answer them.

This course is opportunity to reflect on your relationships. Evaluate them. Pick up each one and inspect it to see if you are getting what you need out of it.

Life is so busy and there is so much to distract us these days so this episode is an invitation to slow down & reflect.

As an expert in relationships & a therapist, Caitlan has curated everything for you in this episode, all you have to do is show up!

Want the free guide that goes with this audio course? You can get it by clicking here.

If you're ready to change your relationship but you don't know where to start, book a Free Consultation with Caitlan here.

Episode Mentions & Resources:

⁠Caitlan's website⁠

⁠Caitlan's instagram⁠