Resilience and Leadership: Chelsea Ambrose's Journey from Paralysis to Inspiring Nonprofit Leaders
- Author
- Philippa Bagley
- Published
- Thu 19 Dec 2024
- Episode Link
- https://www.spreaker.com/episode/resilience-and-leadership-chelsea-ambrose-s-journey-from-paralysis-to-inspiring-nonprofit-leaders--63213918
In this conversation, Chelsea Ambrose, a resilience expert, shares her personal journey of overcoming adversity and how it shaped her understanding of resilience. She discusses the emotional fluctuations she experienced after a life-altering event and emphasizes the importance of community support in healing. Chelsea highlights the significance of shifting perspectives from victimhood to learning and growth, and how her professional journey in the nonprofit sector allows her to help others navigate their challenges. The discussion also covers the differences between leadership and management, the importance of mindset, and practical steps to build resilience.
Takeaways
Sound Bites
Chelsea Ambrose is a resilience expert based in Corning, New York, in the Finger Lakes region. A licensed clinical social worker, Chelsea has extensive experience in both clinical and leadership roles, primarily in the nonprofit sector. She draws on her professional expertise and personal journey to help individuals and teams navigate challenges and transform adversity into growth opportunities. Chelsea's resilience work is deeply informed by her lived experience, including overcoming paralysis caused by a rare blood clot at age 16. Her personal healing journey shaped her belief in the power of mindset shifts and the importance of viewing challenges as opportunities for growth. She now uses this perspective to inspire and guide nonprofit leaders through transitions, adversity, and change.Through keynote speaking, workshop facilitation, and leadership coaching, Chelsea empowers individuals and organizations to cultivate stronger, more compassionate leadership. She also maintains a private therapeutic practice, blending her passion for clinical work with her commitment to helping others build resilience.When not working, Chelsea finds joy in the small things—connecting with nature, cooking, and listening to music—all of which fuel her positive energy and outlook on life. She believes resilience begins as an "inside job" and encourages others to seek personal growth by embracing their inner strength.
Website: chelseaambrose.com
Chelsea offers virtual and in-person services, including speaking engagements, team workshops, and individual/group coaching.
About Philippa Bagley
I’m a Professional Speaker and Therapist with a diverse background that includes military service and teaching.Like many people, I grew tired of corporate life and retrained in a range of therapies.
Now, I combine my extensive qualifications to assist individuals and organisations in boosting their communication, connection, and confidence. This enables them to make a significant impact on the world.I am passionately committed to mentoring clients, helping them overcome issues related to confidence, anxiety, and trauma, unlocking their potential, achieving their highest goals, and building mental resilience.
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Takeaways
- Resilience can be developed as a skill.
- Personal experiences of adversity can shape one's perspective.
- Community support plays a crucial role in healing.
- Shifting from victimhood to learning is essential for growth.
- Leadership is about inspiring and guiding others, not just managing tasks.
- Mindset significantly affects how we navigate challenges.
- Finding joy in small things can help improve resilience.
- It's important to integrate personal experiences into professional roles.
- Being open to new perspectives is the first step in resilience.
- Healing is a personal journey that takes time and effort.
Sound Bites
- "Resilience is a skill you can grow."
- "Leadership is about inspiring people."
- "It's an inside job."
Chelsea Ambrose is a resilience expert based in Corning, New York, in the Finger Lakes region. A licensed clinical social worker, Chelsea has extensive experience in both clinical and leadership roles, primarily in the nonprofit sector. She draws on her professional expertise and personal journey to help individuals and teams navigate challenges and transform adversity into growth opportunities. Chelsea's resilience work is deeply informed by her lived experience, including overcoming paralysis caused by a rare blood clot at age 16. Her personal healing journey shaped her belief in the power of mindset shifts and the importance of viewing challenges as opportunities for growth. She now uses this perspective to inspire and guide nonprofit leaders through transitions, adversity, and change.Through keynote speaking, workshop facilitation, and leadership coaching, Chelsea empowers individuals and organizations to cultivate stronger, more compassionate leadership. She also maintains a private therapeutic practice, blending her passion for clinical work with her commitment to helping others build resilience.When not working, Chelsea finds joy in the small things—connecting with nature, cooking, and listening to music—all of which fuel her positive energy and outlook on life. She believes resilience begins as an "inside job" and encourages others to seek personal growth by embracing their inner strength.
Website: chelseaambrose.com
Chelsea offers virtual and in-person services, including speaking engagements, team workshops, and individual/group coaching.
About Philippa Bagley
I’m a Professional Speaker and Therapist with a diverse background that includes military service and teaching.Like many people, I grew tired of corporate life and retrained in a range of therapies.
Now, I combine my extensive qualifications to assist individuals and organisations in boosting their communication, connection, and confidence. This enables them to make a significant impact on the world.I am passionately committed to mentoring clients, helping them overcome issues related to confidence, anxiety, and trauma, unlocking their potential, achieving their highest goals, and building mental resilience.
Want to keep progressing on your journey:
