Chelsea's 5 Favourite Tools To Live In The Moment

connection meditation mindfulness stress Sep 01, 2025

Ever wondered how our founder, Chelsea Pottenger stays on top of her game? We recently asked her to share her "5 for 5s" in our monthly newsletter. Five simple things she does, reads, and reflects on to live a more mindful life.

We hope this dose of inspiration helps you recharge your mental health.

1. Books That Redefine Success and Boost Mindfulness

Chelsea's favourite books don't just offer knowledge, they challenge her to think differently about her career, her goals and what it truly means to be successful.

Jack Canfield – The Success Principles: “Without doubt the book that changed my trajectory as a teenager.” This book distills 64 lessons into a guide for taking control of your life.
Robin Sharma – The Wealth Money Can’t Buy: “Helps people to redefine success.” This book explores a framework for true prosperity that goes beyond material wealth.
Will Guidara – Unreasonable Hospitality: “A wonderful book for standing out in business.” Guidara, the former owner of a celebrated New York restaurant, shares his philosophy on creating meaningful human connection. A must for all sales people.

2. Top Podcasts for Mindfulness, Personal Growth, and Learning

Chelsea listens to a variety of shows, but she keeps coming back to these three for their ability to deliver diverse perspectives and actionable insights.

Diary of a CEO. “So many amazing guests.” Hosted by Steven Bartlett, this podcast features raw and honest interviews with some of the world's most influential people.
The Daily Aus. “My positive news fix.” A short, daily news podcast that covers the news of the day in a digestible and balanced format.
Kwik Brain. “Learning snippets on all types of subjects.” Hosted by brain coach Jim Kwik, this podcast shares tips and techniques for improving memory, speed reading, and cognitive performance.

3. Meditations for Recharging Your Brain

Chelsea simplifies her meditation practice by focusing on the apps and voices that resonate with her for different needs, whether it's for relaxation, stress relief, or a good night's sleep.

Insight Timer: Chelsea's go-to app for relaxation and stress relief. She recommends the voices of davidji, Sarah Blondin, and Enolia Foti for their unique and soothing guidance. Or Listen to Chelsea Here
Headspace: For sleep, Chelsea turns to the Headspace app. Andy is one of her favourite voices for his calm and engaging sleep casts.

4. Simple Tools for Stress Management

Chelsea’s approach to stress is grounded in the basics, reminding us that some of the most effective stress management tools are often the simplest.

Back to basics: Get enough sleep, eat well, and exercise regularly. These foundational habits are the cornerstone of a resilient mind.
Psychological detachment: Go device-free for an entire day on the weekend. Creating mental distance from work-related thoughts is crucial for genuine rest and recovery.
Yoga Nidra: A wonderful way to recharge your batteries. Also known as "yogic sleep," this is a deep relaxation practice that induces a state of conscious awareness between waking and sleeping. Listen Here
Find your breath: Instead of picking up your phone, use micro-breaks for a deep breathing practice like box breathing.

5. Key Trends from SXSW 2025 Shaping Work and Life

When Chelsea attended SXSW earlier this year, one question kept coming up: what’s next? She left with three trends that could shape how we work, connect, and live; from the rise of AI to the need for real human connection.

The rise of AI agents. Instead of traditional search engines, Chelsea predicts that AI agents will become our go-to for information and shopping, shifting how we interact with the digital world.
The need for real connection. She notes the acceleration of artificial intimacy and loneliness, urging us to consider how we can create meaningful, authentic connections in an increasingly digital landscape.
The decline of trust. This trend sparked Chelsea's interest in what the global decline of trust means for our decision-making, both personally and professionally, and highlights the importance of credibility and transparency.