In this episode, I sit down for a cozy cabin chat with Antoinette Lee - a former Army medic, tech CEO, and outdoor sportswoman who has walked an incredible journey of healing. After surviving traumatic brain and spine injuries, PTSD, and years of recovery, Antoinette found her way back to herself through nature.
We talk about how slowing down, connecting to the earth, and living simply can completely transform your mental, emotional, and physical health. She shares what it really looks like to rebuild your life after trauma - the small moments, the courage to begin again, and the peace that comes from finding safety in stillness.
If you’ve ever felt disconnected, overwhelmed, or just ready to start living in a way that feels more aligned and grounded, this one’s for you. It’s a reminder that healing doesn’t always happen in hospitals or hustle - sometimes, it starts in the woods.
Stay until the end to hear what’s making us cozy this week 🌿
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Free Cozy Guide to Aligned Living
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Lately, I’ve been thinking a lot about what balance really means especially in a world that feels louder, faster, and more overstimulated than ever. Between burnout, alcohol, and social media, it’s easy to lose ourselves in the constant cycle of doing, numbing, and scrolling.
In this episode, I sit down with my wonderful friend Katelyn to talk about how we’ve both found more peace by slowing down, re-evaluating our relationship with alcohol, and creating boundaries around social media. We share honest stories about burnout recovery, learning to rest, and what happens when you stop numbing and start listening to yourself again.
This conversation is for anyone who’s craving more stillness, more intention, and a softer pace of life. It’s about realizing that balance doesn’t mean getting it all right - it means showing up for yourself with awareness, compassion, and choice.
Connect with Chelsea:
TikTok: @cozywithchelsea
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Youtube: @cozywithchelsea
Free Cozy Guide to Aligned Living
My nightly magnesium hot cocoa from MoonBrew: grab it at moonbrew.co/cozywithchelsea or use code COZYWITHCHELSEA for 20% off
In this episode, I dive deep into the power of intuition as a guiding tool for decision-making. We'll explore how tuning into your own inner guidance can outweigh external noise and (a plethora of) conflicting information. Expect some practical advice on recognizing what's your intuition versus your fears and anxieties, expanding through decisions, and staying aligned with your higher self. 🤍
Connect with Chelsea:
TikTok: @cozywithchelsea
Instagram: @cozywchelsea
Youtube: @cozywithchelsea
Free Cozy Guide to Aligned Living
My nightly magnesium hot cocoa from MoonBrew: grab it at moonbrew.co/cozywithchelsea or use code COZYWITHCHELSEA for 20% off
Change can be both beautiful & terrifying!! Whether it’s moving into a new home, starting a new job, leaving a relationship, or stepping into a new version of yourself. In this cozy solo episode, I share how to embrace seasons of change with intention, grace, and mindfulness.
From the emotional ups and downs of moving into a new home to reflecting on (my fav) Mary Oliver’s poem “The Journey,” this episode explores how to honor transitions as sacred opportunities for transformation. I talk about grief, growth, and how to make any shift (even the uncomfortable ones) feel cozy, aligned, and exciting again!
Connect with Chelsea:
TikTok: @cozywithchelsea
Instagram: @cozywchelsea
Youtube: @cozywithchelsea
Free Cozy Guide to Aligned Living
My nightly magnesium hot cocoa from MoonBrew: grab it at moonbrew.co/cozywithchelsea or use code COZYWITHCHELSEA for 20% off
This week, I got to sit down with someone who not only shares my name, but also my love for helping women feel their best - Chelsea McLeod!! After leading global brands like Adidas, Reebok, and Crocs, Chelsea left the corporate hustle to help women heal from the inside out. Through her Healthy Hustle Method, she’s supported hundreds of busy women in releasing weight, balancing hormones, restoring energy, and truly coming back home to themselves without fad diets or endless cardio.
We dive into all the cozy health things: stress, gut-hormone connections, sleep, boundaries at work, perfectionism vs. progress, and the daily rituals that actually move the needle. If you’ve ever felt wired-and-tired, stuck in the all-or-nothing trap, or confused about why you don’t feel like “yourself” anymore, this episode is such a nourishing reset.
We talk about:
- The red flags of hormone + gut imbalances (that we often ignore!)
- Why chronic stress keeps weight on and energy low
- The most impactful first steps: think food swaps, sleep, and micro-habits
- Boundaries for busy women
- Shifting from perfectionism to progress and increasing your “bounce-back rate”
Connect with Chelsea McLeod:
Download Chelsea's Free Busy Girl’s Guide to Hormonal Weight Loss
Follow Chelsea on Instagram: @healthywithchels
Connect with Chelsea Popovich:
TikTok: @cozywithchelsea
Instagram: @cozywchelsea
Youtube: @cozywithchelsea
My nightly magnesium cocoa from MoonBrew: grab it at moonbrew.co/cozywithchelsea or use code COZYWITHCHELSEA for 20% off
In this deeply moving episode of Cozy with Chelsea, I sit down with life coach and recovery advocate Jennifer Chase. Jennifer brings both professional expertise and lived experience as the daughter of an alcoholic, a woman in recovery herself, and the mother of a recovering addict. Together, we explore the truth behind addiction - why it often begins as the solution, not the problem - and how families can begin to heal, set boundaries, and find peace in the midst of chaos.
This conversation is raw, real, and ultimately hopeful. We talk about breaking generational cycles, rediscovering self-worth, and learning how to sit in the hard instead of numbing. If you or someone you love has been touched by addiction, this episode is here to remind you that healing is possible, and that you are never alone.
💛 Stay cozy, friends.
Connect with Jennifer Chase - Rise Addiction Life Coaching
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In this episode of Cozy with Chelsea, I sit down with Tara Wiskow - an intuitive energy healer, life reinvention expert, and founder of the She Rises program. Tara shares her incredible journey of overcoming childhood trauma, disordered eating, suicidal thoughts, and deep grief after losing her sister. She opens up about her 220-pound natural weight loss, the power of intuitive healing, and how she helps women release limiting beliefs, self-abandonment, and the cycle of people-pleasing so they can step into their authentic power.
We talk about:
- The difference between self-acceptance and self-love
- Common limiting beliefs that keep women stuck (like “I’m not enough”)
- How energy healing, NLP (Neuro-Linguistic Programming), and inner child work support lasting transformation
- Tara’s personal turning point that led her to embrace her gifts as a healer
Trigger warning: This conversation includes sensitive topics such as childhood trauma, eating disorders, suicidal ideation, grief, and domestic violence. Please listen with care and step away if needed.
Connect with Tara:- She Rises program → https://bit.ly/tara-wiskow-she-rises
- Website → www.tara-wiskow.com
- Instagram → @tara.wiskow
- Podcast → Be the Change You Need
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🍂 In this cozy solo episode of Cozy with Chelsea, I share fall self-care tips to help you feel grounded, supported, and nourished as the seasons shift. From the spiritual meaning of the autumn equinox to the themes of letting go, harvest, and gratitude, I explore how fall can inspire balance in both mind and body. I also share practical ways to care for yourself - like boosting your immune system, creating cozy rituals, journaling prompts for release, and movement or food that truly feels good. Whether you’re navigating seasonal affective disorder (SAD), the autumn blues, or just want to embrace the cozy vibes of fall, this episode will leave you inspired to slow down, check in with yourself, and create your own seasonal rituals.
Let’s stay cozy together!
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In this episode of Cozy with Chelsea, I sit down with my best friend, hairstylist, and proud non-drinker Natalia Yeghiazarian to have a heart-to-heart about sobriety, social life, and self-trust. Natalia opens up about the years-long process that led to her decision to stop drinking, the moment she finally said I’m done, and how life has transformed since.
We explore the fears that come with giving up alcohol - like losing your social life or your “cool” and the surprising joys that come with choosing yourself instead. From phantom hangovers and hangxiety to cozy sober rituals, boundaries, and finding connection without a drink in hand, this conversation is honest, raw, and also really cozy.
What you’ll hear in this episode:
✨ The “seed” moments that built toward sobriety and the final light-switch decision
✨ How social life shifts when alcohol is no longer the center
✨ Building confidence through repetition, boundaries, and self-love
✨ Tools that help (books like Sober Curious & Quit Like a Woman, the Reframe app, and supportive communities)
✨ The unexpected coziness of early bedtimes, mornings, and slow rituals
We also chat about positive changes that come with sobriety (like deeper intuition and more authentic connections), the myths of “one glass being healthy,” and why a sober life just might be the coziest life.
Mentioned in this episode:
Sober Curious by Ruby Warrington
Quit Like a Woman by Holly Whitaker
✨ Connect with Natalia
Instagram: @_thehairgardener_
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In this episode of Cozy with Chelsea, I’m joined by my lifelong friend and radiant soul, Steffi Sorrentino. Steffi is a yoga instructor, energy practitioner, and Reiki healer who brings a grounded yet deeply spiritual approach to wellness.
We talk about her journey into yoga teacher training and how she blends ancient practices like Ayurveda, breathwork, meditation, and sound therapy into her work. Steffi also shares how she helps clients regulate their nervous systems, reconnect with their bodies, and find a sense of balance and inner calm through energy work and holistic tools.
01:07 Steffi's Background and Certifications
02:43 Yoga Reiki and Energy Work
03:55 Working at the Ability Center
07:46 Ayurveda and Doshas
15:53 Personal Health and Lifestyle Changes
29:02 Human Design and Personal Insights
41:53 Nervous System and Healing Practices
44:32 Exploring Different Breathwork Techniques
47:29 Incorporating Breathwork in Yoga Classes
57:32 The Role of Props in Yoga Practice
01:00:15 Using Sound Therapy in Yoga
01:08:58 Navigating Family and Friend Dynamics
01:17:44 What's Making You Cozy?
✨ Connect with Steffi
Instagram: @steffisorrentinoyoga TikTok: @steffisorrentino
Email for inquiries: steffispiritualwellness@gmail.com
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In this episode of Cozy with Chelsea, I sit down with my lifelong best friend, the multi-talented Lexi Sorrentino. Lexi is both a musician and a culinary school-trained chef, and she shares her beautiful journey of pursuing not just one, but two creative passions. We dive into how music and cooking intertwine as outlets for expression, the leap she took to follow her dream of culinary school, and the mix of encouragement and doubt she experienced along the way. This conversation is all about resilience, trusting yourself even when others don’t fully understand your path, and the magic of chasing what truly lights you up. Plus, we wrap things up with a fun rapid-fire Q&A and, of course, what’s keeping us cozy this week.
01:09 Lexi's Musical Journey
03:15 Culinary Passion and Transition
13:16 Deciding to Take the Leap
20:19 Experiences and Reactions to Culinary School
31:21 Advice for Pursuing New Passions
35:53 Overcoming Fear of Judgment
40:40 Rapid Fire Cozy Questions
55:58 Advice for Pursuing New Passions
58:47 What's Making Us Feel Cozy
✨ Connect with Lexi:
Instagram: @lexisorrentino | @cheflex__TikTok: @lexisorrentinoSpotify: Lexi Sorrentino
✨ Connect with Chelsea: https://linktr.ee/cozywithchelsea
In this special episode of Cozy with Chelsea, I’m joined by my now-husband, Phil, for a heartwarming relationship Q&A. We’re talking all things love: how we met, what we were each looking for in a partner, and the exact moment we knew this was it. From our third-date baseball game (complete with ranch dressing and rom-com vibes) to our wedding day, we’re sharing real, grounded stories about what makes a relationship feel aligned, safe, and deeply nourishing.
We also reflect on how we’ve grown individually and together, what we’ve learned about communication, and the values that keep our marriage strong. Whether you’re calling in love or currently navigating your own relationship journey, this episode is here to remind you: real love exists - and it gets to feel cozy, honest, and magical.
00:00 What We Were Looking For in a Relationship
02:59 When We Knew We Were Meant to Be
08:59 How We Met
12:11 First Impressions
14:14 Realizing This Relationship Was Different
16:52 Personal and Relationship Growth
21:09 Looking Forward to Marriage
24:08 Important Values in Our Marriage
28:35 Favorite Memories Together
33:04 Quirky Habits We Love
35:54 Advice to Our Single Selves
40:35 What's Making us Cozy
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Hi! In this episode, I’m sharing the full story of how I manifested my partner (now husband) including the mindset shifts, healing practices, and yes, even the romance books that played a role in calling in real love. I talk about my journey from low self-worth to deep self-love, the exact steps I took to shift my energy, and how I detached from the outcome while still holding the vision. If you're on your own path to love, this episode is full of cozy encouragement, practical tools, and soulful insight to help you manifest the relationship you truly deserve. 💫
00:00 Introduction and Purpose
02:54 Struggles with Self-Worth & The Turning Point
04:52 The Journey of Self-Love and Healing
13:43 Manifesting Love Through Romance Books LOL
17:59 Recognizing Red and Green Flags in Relationships
25:11 Techniques for Manifesting a Partner
26:23 Visualizing Your Ideal Relationship
27:32 Letting Go of Timeline Expectations
28:17 The Role of Expanders in Manifestation
30:50 Recognizing Your Manifestations
32:16 Taking Aligned Action
35:38 Avoiding Manifestation Pitfalls
40:23 Daily Practices for Manifesting Love
46:18 Mindset Shifts for Successful Manifestation
50:37 What's Making Me Cozy This Week
If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to check out next week’s Q&A with my partner where we dive into the work we did before meeting, how we knew we were “the one” for each other, and how our relationship has grown.
Let’s stay connected:
🌿 Website
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🎥 TikTok: @cozywithchelsea
🧘♀️ Book a free coaching consult
If you’re listening on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, leaving a review or sharing the show means the world to me and helps others find these cozy conversations too. Thank you so much for being here. Stay cozy 💙
Pour yourself a cozy cup of coffee and open your favorite notebook - this episode is all about the life-changing benefits of journaling. I’ll share my favorite journaling methods, why this simple self-care practice is so powerful, and how journaling can help reduce stress, boost mental clarity, and support emotional healing. Whether you’re new to journaling or ready to deepen your practice, you’ll leave feeling inspired to write your way to a calmer, more connected life. ✨
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In today's episode we explore how complex family dynamics and unresolved trauma impacts the nervous system and can lead to chronic dysregulation. You'll learn why your body might still be in survival mode and how to begin the process of healing. Please take care with today's episode, if any of that could be possible triggers for you please do what is best for you!
00:00 Introduction and disclaimer
01:10 Defining family & personal experiences
04:40 Toxic relationships & safety
05:39 Understanding stress responses
18:31 Signs of nervous system dysregulation
21:55 Healing the nervous system
24:44 Setting boundaries and coping strategies
27:09 Self-care
27:53 Breath work techniques
29:29 Grounding & meditation
32:08 Movement & somatic tracking
35:32 Self-soothing techniques
39:51 Found family & healing
42:51 Gratitude practice
47:13 My cozy week & thank you!
Hello! On this episode of the pod I explain why Ina Garten is my summer vibe and what exactly that means. Hint: it means a simple, slow-living, and sensual summer. Think quiet mornings, cooking with fresh ingredients, wearing linen clothing, and spending time with the love of your life aka your Jeffrey. Enjoy! How easy is that?
00:00 Ina Garten: the inspo behind the summer vibe
02:31 a brief history of Ina Garten
06:49 Ina’s career achievements and highlights of her life
10:00 what it means to have an Ina Garten summer
16:46 the 3 s’s - simple, slow, and sensual Living
27:26 Ina’s words to live by
30:55 what’s making me cozy this week
32:48 thank you all so very much
Hello! I will be celebrating 2 years sober in just a few days so I thought I would share 10 lessons I've learned throughout those 10 years - and there have been a lot of lessons! If you are sober, sober-curious, or just open to hearing about a sober journey - then this is for you.
00:00 – Why I chose a sober lifestyle
01:16 – How alcohol affect my physical, mental, and spiritual health
04:01 – How I used alcohol to numb my emotions
06:25 – Early sobriety - withdrawals, pink cloud, and cravings
09:34 – Managing expectations and learning who I am without alcohol
11:42 – Lesson 1: how to recognize what you are using to numb yourself
15:29 – Lesson 2: what friendships look like without alcohol
21:23 – Lesson 3: that I never have to be hungover again lol
21:51 – Lesson 4: how to build confidence in yourself
24:25 – Lesson 5: breaking familial and societal patterns
26:25 – Lesson 6: how to accept and allow change
28:35 – Lesson 7: loving mornings and learning that I am in fact a morning person
30:45 – Lesson 8: how to treat myself well holistically
32:20 – Lesson 9: to fully love and accept myself
33:50 – Lesson 10: a sober life is a cozy life
36:49 – celebrating 2 years sober
39:12 – tips on how to get support when getting sober
39:14 – what’s making me cozy this week
40:30 – outro and where to find me
Are you, like me, someone who prefers the fall and winter seasons? Do you struggle to find that cozy feeling in the summer? Well, good thing you're here to hear about my plethora of ways to find cozy in the summer.
00:00 a brief history of the summer solstice
04:11 how the solstice has been celebrated
08:18 how I'm celebrating the solstice
16:35 staying cozy in the summer
18:42 outdoor cozy summer activities
23:40 indoor cozy summer activities
33:40 what's making me cozy this week
💙 Chelsea's Website: https://www.cozywithchelsea.com/
📓 Chelsea's Substack: https://cozywithchelsea.substack.com/
📹 Chelsea’s Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@cozywithchelsea
Hi dear friends! This is the first episode of my podcast, Cozy with Chelsea. I've created this podcast with the intent to have it nourish your mind, body, and soul. On this first episode, we talk about what cozy means to me, how to incorporate cozy into your life, and my love of romance books and Ina Garten. Enjoy!
00:00 getting to know Chelsea
01:06 my current reading list
03:34 what exactly is cozy
05:16 incorporating cozy into your life
05:51 cozy music and poetry
12:02 cozy movies and shows
16:34 cozy activities and hobbies
27:38 What's making me cozy this week
29:36 thank you!!
💙 Chelsea's Website: https://www.cozywithchelsea.com/
📓 Chelsea's Substack: https://cozywithchelsea.substack.com/