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The Michelle Chalfant Show Life from the Adult Chair

476: How to Find Your Passion (Even If You Feel Completely Stuck)

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...

473: Are You Being Gaslit? Here’s How to Know for Sure

Gaslighting can make you question your thoughts, your memories, even your sanity. If you've ever found yourself feeling confused, doubting your reality, or thinking maybe it’s just me, this episode is for you.   In today’s show, we’re taking a clear, grounded look at what gaslighting really is, how to spot it, and how to reclaim your truth and power when it happens. Whether it’s happening in a romantic relationship, at work, or with family, you’ll walk away with tools to identify gaslighting and protect your sense of self.   In this episode, you...

472: The Real Reason You Keep Self-Sabotaging (and How to Stop)

Why do we do the very things that keep us stuck? Whether it's falling off a new routine, pulling away from a great relationship, or creating drama when things are finally going well, self-sabotage can show up in so many ways, and it’s incredibly frustrating.   In this episode, I’m breaking down what self-sabotage really is, why it happens, and how to shift out of it using the Adult Chair model. You’ll learn how to identify the unconscious parts driving the behavior and how to reparent those parts with compassion, so you...

471: Why Vulnerability Is Your Greatest Superpower

Vulnerability can feel scary, but it’s one of the most powerful tools we have for creating connection, building confidence, and living from our most authentic self.   In today’s episode, I’m sharing what vulnerability really is, why it matters, and how to practice it in ways that feel safe and grounded. Whether you’re trying to deepen your relationships, speak your truth, or get more in touch with your emotions, this conversation will help you take the first steps.   In this episode, you will hear: Why vulnerability is a strength, not a weakness How...

470: Four Habits That Strengthen Your Self-Esteem

Struggling with low self-esteem or feeling stuck in unhealthy relationships? This episode is all about building your self-worth from the inside out. I share four practical tools to help you shift your self-talk, rewrite your stories, and become your own biggest cheerleader, no matter your age or background.   In this episode, you will hear: How to recognize and change negative self-talk The power of rewriting your personal story Why becoming your own cheerleader matters   RESOURCES   The Adult Chair book is NOW AVAILABLE!   Join me in Boone, NC at The Art of Living Retreat Center...

469: Overcoming Codependent Habits

Today, I’m talking about one of my absolute favorite topics…codependency. I’ve lived this, I’ve healed from it, and today I’m sharing my personal story of what that journey looked like for me.    This conversation was inspired by a thoughtful question from one of our listeners who asked how to handle the hurt and pain that can come from our own codependent behaviors in relationships.    Together, we explore what codependency really is, how it often shows up unconsciously, and why it can be so manipulative without us even realizing it. I’ll walk you...

468: Break Free from the 3 P’s

Today, I’m exploring how we can break free from procrastination, perfectionism, and pleasing people. These patterns keep us stuck, and I’m here to help you move beyond them so you can start living a purpose-driven, soul-aligned life.    I’m sharing one of my favorite tools - The Adult Chair® model - which helps us work with different parts of ourselves, like our inner child and adolescent parts, to create real, lasting change from the inside out. I’ll walk you through practical steps to connect with these parts, understand their roles, and begin...

466: Taming Your Control Freak

Today, I am diving deep into the concept of control and how to release its grip on our lives and others. I introduce six control-busting truths designed to help mitigate the fear-driven need to control everything.    Drawing from personal experiences as a recovering control freak, I discuss the impact of control on mental health and daily life, the connection to codependency, and the extreme exhaustion that comes from trying to maintain control. We explore the importance of accepting things as they are, trusting the process, and challenging our controlling nature to...

465: Why You Keep Getting Triggered

Today, I am delving into the concept of triggers and how they reflect our unconscious beliefs. I share my personal experience with a recent trigger and explain step-by-step how I processed and resolved it using the Adult Chair model.    I demonstrate how identifying and integrating our unconscious parts can lead to emotional healing and self-awareness.   In this episode, you will hear: Understanding what emotional triggers are and how they show up A personal story about navigating a triggering moment An emotional breakthrough and steps toward healing   RESOURCES   The Adult Chair book is NOW AVAILABLE!     MORE...

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