Lead with Courage - Chelsea Pottenger | Be a Bloody Legend | Lead with Courage

Chelsea Pottenger | Be a Bloody Legend | Lead with Courage

06/03/24 • 65 min

Struggling with postnatal depression, Chelsea Pottenger found herself in a dark place, battling feelings of hopelessness and despair. Through a combination of self-discovery, therapy, and the support of her friends and family, she gradually found a light at the end of the tunnel. Emerging not only as a survivor but as a mental health advocate. Chelsea transformed her experience into a mission to help others and a thriving business, using her journey to inspire and uplift others.
Chelsea and her husband joined forces to create a thriving business at EQ Minds, building a team of 'bloody legends.' This episode offers valuable insights into team building, entrepreneurship, and the joy of a positive workplace. Chelsea, a psychology postgraduate, international motivational speaker, and accredited mindfulness & meditation coach, shares heartfelt stories about overcoming self-doubt and imposter syndrome, showcasing her innovative and optimistic approach to leadership. As the author of The Mindful High Performer, Chelsea brings a wealth of practicec knowledge and real world experience to the discussion.
Our conversation delves into Chelsea's vision for revolutionising mental health support, contrasting traditional clinical settings with her dream of a holistic retreat for true healing. Emphasising the importance of supportive networks and personal well-being, Chelsea advocates for regular exercise, meditation, and quality sleep. She leaves us feeling optimistic, encouraging anyone who has ever doubted themselves to believe in their potential to overcome challenges and achieve greatness.
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@chelseapottengerofficial
https://www.eqminds.com/
www.linkedin.com/in/chelseapottenger

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Transcript

Speaker 100:00:00.119

That's you right .

Speaker 200:00:02.729

Yeah , yeah , I just hit record and now it says recording , I think , or something like that . So , chelsea Pottinger , welcome to the Lead with Courage podcast .

Speaker 300:00:12.099

Thank you so much , Andy and Cherie . It's so great to be here with both of you .

Speaker 1