The Brighter Podcast

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With honesty and vulnerability, best friends BatSheva and Chelsea open up about their trials, triumphs, and spiritual journeys, inspiring and empowering you to live a brighter, more fulfilled life. Based in Missouri with her husband and sweet puppy, Chelsea is an RN, holistic healer, plant medicine purveyor, coach and community leader. BatSheva, who lives with her 4 children in Los Angeles, is a Yale grad, coach, actress, singer/songwriter and screenwriter.Tune in each week and light up your own path to self-discovery, love, and growth.Find us on Instagram or TikTok @brighterandbrighter.life and drop us a line! We love to hear from our friends and listeners.Want even more? Feel free to look for BatSheva at www.the-confidence-coach.org or seek out Chelsea over at www.Soulscription.life where you can also purchase ceremonial grade cacao.

  1. 3d ago

    Premonition or Co-creation?

    Send us Fan Mail Are our lives shaped by fate, intuition, or the stories we've been carrying since childhood? In this episode of Brighter Podcast, Chelsea and Batsheva explore the fascinating intersection of premonitions, co-creation, nervous system patterns, and the invisible imprints that shape our reality. Together, they reflect on how our earliest experiences may influence the thoughts, beliefs, and behaviors that continue to guide us today—often without us even realizing it. From childhood conditioning and emotional imprinting to intuition, surrender, and the possibility that we're actively participating in the creation of our lives, this conversation invites you to pause and consider a deeper question: ✨ Are you predicting your future, or helping create it? This episode is a thoughtful blend of personal stories, spiritual curiosity, nervous system insights, and meaningful reflection on what it means to live consciously. 💛 Join the conversation in the comments: Do you believe in premonitions, co-creation, or both? 📚 Resources Mentioned in This Episode: • The Body Keeps the Score by Bessel van der Kolk https://www.besselvanderkolk.com/resources/the-body-keeps-the-score • The Untethered Soul by Michael Singer https://untetheredsoul.com • No Bad Parts by Richard Schwartz https://ifs-institute.com/nobadparts • Tosha Silver – "Offer Everything to the Divine" https://toshasilver.com • Layla Martin – Tantric & Sexual Healing https://laylamartin.com • Insight Timer Meditation App https://insighttimer.com (Medha Murtagh is Batsheva's coach) #BrighterPodcast #Premonitions #CoCreation #SelfAwareness #PersonalGrowth #NervousSystem #HealingJourney #EmotionalIntelligence #SpiritualGrowth #Mindset #ConsciousLiving #InnerWork

    36 min

  2. May 20

    Episode 46: P#ssy Talk

    Send us Fan Mail What happens when we stop avoiding the uncomfortable conversations and start speaking openly about the things we were taught to hide? In this episode of the Brighter Podcast, Chelsea and BatSheva dive into vulnerability, body shame, language, femininity, emotional conditioning, and the journey of reclaiming comfort within ourselves. From discussing discomfort around certain words to unpacking the deeper layers of people-pleasing, authenticity, sensitivity, and self-expression, this conversation is honest, raw, funny, and deeply human. This episode is really about giving ourselves permission to grow, evolve, and become more fully ourselves without shame. We hope this conversation makes your day a little brighter and maybe helps you feel a little less alone in your own journey, too. 📚 SHOW NOTES: • P#ssy Book → Mama Gena • Tantric & Sexual Healing / VITA Coaching → Layla Martin 🎙️ If this episode resonated with you, let us know your thoughts in the comments and don’t forget to subscribe for more conversations that make life a little brighter. #BrighterPodcast #Authenticity #SelfGrowth #HealingJourney #PeoplePleasing #EmotionalAwareness #MentalHealth #WomenEmpowerment #PodcastConversation

    31 min

  3. May 6

    Episode 45: Meet Your Host - BatSheva

    Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Brighter Podcast, we sit down with BatSheva for a deeply personal and honest conversation about her life, experiences, healing journey, relationships, spirituality, and the moments that shaped who she is today. This episode feels less like an interview and more like getting to truly know someone, the highs, the struggles, the lessons, and the perspective that comes from living through it all. BatSheva shares stories and reflections with so much openness that it naturally makes you reflect on your own life, growth, and the way we navigate change as humans. If you enjoy meaningful conversations that feel real, grounded, and human, this is an episode you’ll want to stay all the way through for. Resources & Mentions: • https://toshasilver.com • https://mamagenas.com (P#ssy Book) • http://www.dhamma.org (Vipassana – 10 Day Silent Meditation Retreat)

    40 min

  4. Apr 22

    #44 Meet Your Host - Chelsea

    Send us Fan Mail How does a Critical Care RN with 15+ years on the front lines transition into breathwork, sound therapy, and "playful healing"? In this week’s episode of the Brighter Podcast, BatSheva sits down with the incredible Chelsea Goodtime to dive deep into her journey of shedding the "hustle" and embracing the light. In this episode, we explore: 🌱 Chelsea’s transition from constant striving to creating a home sanctuary. 💞 Her 12-year love story with Hunter and the lessons of blending families. 🧘 The pivotal moments—from yoga in 2012 to the shifts of the COVID era—that redefined her view of healthcare and money. 🎭 The story behind the name "Goodtime" and choosing a life of play over shame. Chelsea also shares her "10 Sources of Brightness" and her mission through Soul Script Life. Whether you’re feeling burnt out or just looking for a reason to breathe a little deeper today, this conversation is for you. No Bad Parts Book by Richard Schwartz, IFS (Internal Family Systems) https://ifs-institute.com/nobadparts Layla Martin https://laylamartin.com (tantric and sexual healing and coaching practice) ⁠Michael Singer https://untetheredsoul.com #BrighterPodcast #Breathwork #YogaJourney #SoulScriptLife #HealingJourney #PersonalGrowth

    53 min

  5. Apr 8

    #43 The Courage to Speak Up

    Send us Fan Mail Why is it so hard to speak our truth sometimes? In this episode of the Brighter Podcast, BatSheva and Chelsea dive deep into the power—and the challenge—of finding your voice. From navigating political "bubbles" and opposing views to breaking the cycle of intergenerational silence, this conversation is all about moving from a reactive state to a responsive one. What’s inside this episode: Political vs. Personal: How we learn where it’s "safe" to speak and where we stay quiet.The "Good Girl" Conditioning: Why women are often taught to stay silent and how to break that mold.Healing Ancestral Silence: Understanding how the silence of those before us impacts our voice today.Spirituality as Strength: Using your values to protect the vulnerable and confront what’s wrong.JEFF FOSTER: https://jefffosteronline.com Whether it’s a small everyday moment or a massive cultural movement like #MeToo, speaking up shines a light that creates real change. 💡 Tune in now to find where your voice is needed most.

    30 min

  6. Mar 25

    #42 Creating Meaningful Relationships; Part III: Your Body Holds the Key

    Send us Fan Mail In the final episode of our three-part series on meaningful relationships, Chelsea and BatSheva dive into the wisdom of the Soma—exploring how our bodies hold the patterns of our past and the keys to our future intimacy. We often think of relationships as a meeting of minds, but our nervous systems are the ones truly running the show. From childhood adaptations to "false intimacy" and the journey toward bodily trust, this conversation explores how somatic work transforms the way we show up for ourselves and others. In this episode, we discuss: Healing the "False Intimacy" Cycle: BatSheva shares her raw journey from using the body as a tool to finding true integration through breathwork, yoga, and Vipassana. What "Somatic" Really Means: Moving beyond the physical to understand the emotional and spiritual patterns stored in our cells. Building Somatic Trust: How listening to your body’s "red flag" signals can strengthen your boundaries and resilience in dating. Nervous System Regulation: Understanding how our bodies protect us and how to release stored emotions to make room for deeper connection. Close out this series with us as we practice a guided breathing exercise and share our latest "Daily W" wins! - The Brighter Podcast Website: www.brighterandbrighter.life - Vipassana: www.dhamma.org - Mama Gena: https://mamagenas.com (P#ssy Book) - Layla Martin: https://laylamartin.com (tantric and sexual healing and coaching practice) - BatSheva’s somatic therapist/coach friend Maria: https://theawakenedchoice.com - “The Body Keeps the Score “(book): https://www.besselvanderkolk.com/resources/the-body-keeps-the-score - John Sarno Book “Healing Back Pain”: https://www.sarnoclinic.com/tag/dr-john-sarno/ (audio and physical book available on all platforms that sells books) - EMDR Therapy: https://www.emdria.org/about-emdr-therapy/

    27 min

  7. Mar 11

    #41 Creating Meaningful Relationships & Deepening Existing Ones; Part II: The Importance of Support

    Send us Fan Mail In Part 2 of our Relationship Series, we’re asking the big question: Is the goal of self-care just to show up for ourselves, or is it about showing up for others, too? BatSheva and Chelsea dive into the power of the “Empathetic Witness”—the idea (from The Body Keeps the Score) that true healing requires being seen and heard by a safe community. From our daily "Ws" practice to finding spaces free of judgment and power dynamics, we’re exploring how internal resilience and external support go hand-in-hand. Inside this episode: 🌬️ A guided breath reset to start your day. 🤝 How honest "truth-telling" builds unshakable friendships. 🔍 Finding supportive groups without the shame or hierarchy. ❤️ A final "Wish" for more humanity and love in our current times. THE BODY KEEPS THE SCORE BOOK https://www.besselvanderkolk.com/resources/the-body-keeps-the-score TOSHA SILVER, OUTRAGEOUS OPENNESS BOOK https://toshasilver.com

    28 min

  8. Feb 25

    #40 Creating Meaningful Relationships & Deepening Existing Ones; Part I: The Frequency of Truth

    Send us Fan Mail What does it actually mean to live in the "frequency of truth"? 🐝✨ In Part 1 of our new mini-series, Chelsea and BatSheva dive deep into why we lie, how honesty shifts our relationships, and the power of staying aligned with your inner knowing. From marriage "van talks" to the tools that keep us grounded, we’re exploring how raw honesty—though sometimes uncomfortable—is the ultimate path to growth. Are you a "Brighter Bee"? Listen in and pollinate some positivity today! 🌸

    28 min
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With honesty and vulnerability, best friends BatSheva and Chelsea open up about their trials, triumphs, and spiritual journeys, inspiring and empowering you to live a brighter, more fulfilled life. Based in Missouri with her husband and sweet puppy, Chelsea is an RN, holistic healer, plant medicine purveyor, coach and community leader. BatSheva, who lives with her 4 children in Los Angeles, is a Yale grad, coach, actress, singer/songwriter and screenwriter.Tune in each week and light up your own path to self-discovery, love, and growth.Find us on Instagram or TikTok @brighterandbrighter.life and drop us a line! We love to hear from our friends and listeners.Want even more? Feel free to look for BatSheva at www.the-confidence-coach.org or seek out Chelsea over at www.Soulscription.life where you can also purchase ceremonial grade cacao.

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  • Creator
    BrighterPodcast
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    47
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