In this inspiring episode of Leaders of Today, Lorraine Connell sits down with Chelsea Fournier, business strategist, intuitive mentor, and advocate for self-trust, to explore the pivotal moments and inner work that have shaped her journey.
Chelsea reflects on her evolution from a creative and driven teenager to a business leader deeply rooted in self-awareness and intuition. She opens up about her experiences navigating college life as an autistic individual, shedding light on the importance of self-advocacy and honoring personal boundaries.
The conversation delves into the challenges of teenage leadership, the role of human design in decision-making, and the power of micro-decisions to shape a life path. Chelsea emphasizes that tuning into your body’s wisdom and learning to trust yourself are essential, especially in a world full of noise and external pressure.
Key Topics Discussed:
Teenage leadership and identity development
Navigating college with autism and self-advocacy
The value of intuition in personal and professional choices
Human design and decision-making styles
The power of micro-decisions over time
Emotional awareness and body intelligence
Creating safe, reflective spaces for teens
Supporting youth in learning to trust themselves
Takeaways:
Leadership in adolescence can swing between overachievement and insecurity.
Self-trust grows through reflective practices like journaling and body awareness.
Autistic individuals may need unique tools and support to navigate major life transitions.
Setting boundaries and practicing self-advocacy are key to emotional well-being.
Intuition can be a powerful compass when logic alone feels overwhelming.
Parents and mentors can guide youth by modeling thoughtful decision-making.
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