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Welcome to The Get Your Energy Back Podcast, where we dive deep into topics that can help you boost your energy levels and live a more vibrant life. I’m your host, Shelby Hansen. As a life coach, invisible illness warrior, and kidney transplant recipient, I’ve navigated the waters of chronic fatigue for nearly a decade and can help you feel more energized and alive than ever before!This show explores how different nervous system states can impact your life and how you can harness this knowledge to improve your well-being.Do you feel like you're constantly stuck in fight or flight mode, overwhelmed by stress and anxiety? Are you feeling constantly drained and exhausted, struggling to get through the day? Or maybe you find yourself feeling stuck, lacking motivation and struggling to take action towards your goals. This podcast is here to help you understand the different nervous system states and how they affect you on a daily basis.Join me as I discuss strategies to regulate your nervous system, manage stress and anxiety, and cultivate a sense of calm and ease in your life. Whether you're looking to overcome limiting beliefs, improve your relationships, gain a better understanding of the factors that affect your energy levels, or simply find more joy and fulfillment in your life, The Get Your Energy Back Podcast is the perfect place to start. So sit back, relax, and join me on this journey toward a more energized, balanced, and fulfilling life.

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159. What if Nothing Has Gone Wrong?

2026/05/12

Send us Fan Mail What if your exhaustion, fear, grief, and self-doubt don’t mean you’re failing? What if nothing has gone wrong? In this deeply personal episode, Shelby shares the story of grieving her son while he serves a church mission in South Korea, a divine moment at the water that reminded her she is never forgotten by God, and the surprising fears many women carry around visibility, success, expansion, and becoming fully themselves. This episode explores: The nervous system's fear of expansionWhy success can subconsciously feel unsafeThe connection between confidence and charityThe hidden grief underneath people pleasing and perfectionismHow shame keeps women smallWhy your desire for more may actually be holyThe difference between surviving and truly being aliveHow to use “What if?” as a tool for healing instead of fearIf you’ve been feeling exhausted, disconnected, stuck in self-doubt, or afraid to fully step into your gifts, this episode is for you. Maybe your life is not falling apart. Maybe it’s unfolding. Want more Shelby in your life? ***JOIN US FOR THE FIRST EVER ALIVE RETREAT*** APPLY FOR COACHING

158. How to Feel Empowered...it's easier than you think

2026/03/16

Send us Fan Mail So many women think they’re exhausted because they’re overwhelmed, burned out, or dealing with nervous system dysregulation. But there’s another huge energy drain hiding in plain sight: indecision. When you sit on the fence—constantly weighing options, worrying about getting it wrong, or waiting for certainty—you end up leaking enormous amounts of energy. In this episode, I share a raw reflection on how simply making a committed decision can unlock energy, clarity, and momentum in your life. We also talk about: • Why indecision keeps your nervous system stuck • The power of recognizing that you always have choice • How outcome independence frees you from fear • Why you don’t need to “heal everything” before moving forward • The simple question to ask yourself: What decision am I avoiding that’s costing me energy? When you step into a decided identity—even before you see the results—your energy has somewhere to go. And that’s when life starts to move again. Talk to Shelby here: https://calendly.com/shelbykhansen/45min

157. I’m Back — And Here’s What’s Coming Next

2026/01/14

Send us Fan Mail I’m back on the podcast after a season of big life transitions, deep inner work, and a whole lot of growth. Today I’m sharing what’s changed, what I’ve learned, and why this next chapter is going to be the most grounded, powerful, and aligned version of me yet. In today’s episode, you’ll hear: • Why transitions often feel like you’re “doing it wrong” • How survival mode steals your energy (and why you’re not actually out of it) • What collapse, fight/flight, and flow really feel like in your nervous system • Why your vision is already inside you—long before you see evidence • How I healed chronic pain and rebuilt my life through vision, identity, and safety • What’s shifting in the podcast and how I’m bringing you with me If you’ve felt stuck, tired, discouraged, or disconnected from your sense of possibility, this episode will help you remember who you’re becoming—and what’s already available inside of you. Want help unlocking your vision? Come to my free workshop: Lovability & Your Vision • Tuesday, January 20 at 12:00 pm ET • Friday, January 23 at 1:00 pm ET Sign up here Ready to work together? Book a free Life Assessment Call and let’s find the version of you who’s waiting to be lived into. Book HERE.

156. How to Change Your Mind: Let Go of What No Longer Serves You—Without Guilt

2025/09/09

Send us Fan Mail Let’s be real. I used to hold onto things way longer than I needed to—commitments, beliefs, expectations—just because I felt like I had to follow through. Like I wasn’t allowed to change my mind without being flaky, selfish, or weak. But what I’ve learned through my own healing (and in coaching so many women) is this: Changing your mind is not failure. It’s freedom. In this episode, I’m sharing the nervous-system-informed truth about what makes it feel so hard to pivot, say no, or let go—and how to create safety in your body so that you can stop forcing it and start living in alignment. You’ll learn: Why your nervous system resists change (even when you want it)How to tell when a pattern no longer fits—even if it once kept you safeWhat fawning, hypervigilance, rest guilt, and perfectionism have in commonWhy “I’m allowed to change my mind” is one of the most healing thoughts you can practiceGentle ways to start honoring your truth without shame or fearIf you’ve ever felt stuck in something that used to make sense but doesn’t anymore, this episode will feel like a breath of fresh air. Let’s give you the permission slip you’ve been waiting for. 🎧 Listen in and let me know what resonates most. And if this feels like your next chapter, book your free Fatigue Recovery Call and let’s talk about what’s no longer working—and what could.

155. How to FEEL Truly Confident

2025/08/20

Send us Fan Mail In today’s episode, I break down why confidence doesn’t come after you get the results you want—it comes before. I teach you how to build true, identity-based confidence even if you’re tired, unsure, or stuck in perfectionism. This is the same process I use with my coaching clients to help them show up with clarity and power, long before everything looks perfect on the outside. You’ll hear real stories from women who stopped waiting to feel ready and started becoming the version of themselves they’d been longing for. And I’ll walk you through how to do the same using thought work, nervous system safety, and small, intentional shifts. If you’ve been telling yourself, “I’ll feel confident when…”—this episode is for you. I talk about: Why achievement-based confidence keeps you stuckHow identity-based confidence builds momentum and energyThe role of nervous system safety in confidenceReal-life stories from my clients (and me!)5 powerful tools you can start using todayReady to stop waiting to feel confident and start becoming the woman you want to be? Let’s go.

154. Fear Not: How to Do It

2025/07/29

Send us Fan Mail I know I’m not the only one who’s ever heard the phrase “fear not” and thought… okay, but how?? In today’s episode, I’m sharing the real reason why this verse used to feel like pressure instead of peace—and what finally helped me understand what God actually means when He says, “fear not.” I take you back to one of the hardest seasons of my life, when I was in kidney failure and completely overwhelmed, and I show you how my relationship with fear (and faith) changed forever. You’ll hear how fear is not a failure—it’s a nervous system response. And once you understand that, everything shifts. In this episode, I walk you through: Why you still feel afraid, even when you know God is with youWhat your fear responses (fight, flight, freeze, and fawn) are trying to protectHow to gently work with your nervous system instead of judging yourselfWhy “fear not” is a promise—not a performanceThe exact tools I teach my clients to help their bodies feel safe enough to receive peaceThis is the episode I wish someone had given me when I was trying to force my way through fear instead of learning how to soften and be held. If your body still feels stuck in fear—even when your heart wants to trust—this one’s for you. ▶️ Listen now and let’s walk through fear together—side by side, with love and grace. Book my limited space Fatigue Recovery Calls to find out what's stealing your energy and how to get it back. Book here

152. How to Get Out of a Shame Spiral and Feel Like Yourself Again

2025/07/25

Send us Fan Mail Ever have one of those days where you feel like everything you do is wrong and you just want to disappear? That’s not a failure—it’s a shame spiral. In this powerful episode, I share a deeply personal story of coaching in front of a group and instantly spiraling into shame. I walk you through how shame shows up in your nervous system, what it does to your thoughts and body, and—most importantly—how to move through it with compassion, safety, and clarity. You’ll learn: The real difference between shame and guiltWhy shame feels so true in the moment (but isn’t)Simple nervous system tools to exit the spiralHow to use ladder thoughts like and that’s okay to disarm self-criticismWhy making a PB&J can actually be a sacred act of healingThis episode is for anyone who feels like they’re failing, falling behind, or just can’t get it together right now. Nothing has gone wrong. You’re not broken. You’re just in a shame moment—and there’s a way through. Ready to heal your relationship with yourself? Book your free consult at https://calendly.com/shelbykhansen/45min

153. Expansion & Contraction: Stop Making the Dip a Problem

2025/07/15

Send us Fan Mail If you've ever felt like your energy disappears just when things are starting to get good in your life, this episode is for you. I’ll show you why the dip isn’t a setback—it’s a sacred part of your healing rhythm. In this episode, you’ll learn: Why contraction is built into your biology (and your healing)How to stop fighting fatigue and start listening to itSimple tools to move through dips without shame or fearQuotes to remember: “Your contraction isn’t a problem—it’s a rhythm.” “Healing doesn’t happen in hustle. It happens in stillness.” Resources + Links: Book your free Fatigue Recovery Call

151. How to Know If You’re Ready for Coaching (And What It’s Like)

2025/07/01

Send us Fan Mail Are you curious about coaching but not sure if it’s the right time—or the right fit? This episode is for you. If you’ve ever wondered: What actually happens in a coaching sessionWhether your life is “bad enough” to need helpHow to tell if you're ready to commit to changeOr if coaching can really help you feel more energy, peace, and confidence...…you’re going to leave this episode with so much clarity. I break down what coaching is (and what it isn’t), who it’s for, and what it feels like to work with me. You’ll hear about the real work we do—yes, it’s mindset shifts and nervous system regulation, but it’s also tears, laughter, breakthroughs, and practical steps forward. We’ll also explore how to stop waiting for “the right time” and instead ask better questions that move you toward the life you want. If you're on the fence, stuck in indecision, or just curious—this is your starting point. 🔗 Ready to explore coaching for yourself? Book a free call here.

150. The Cost of Hustle — What I Gave Up to Get My Life Back

2025/06/24

Send us Fan Mail Do you ever feel like no matter how much you do, it’s never enough? Like you're running on empty but still pushing through? In this powerful episode, I share my story of living under the weight of hustle culture: the constant pressure to achieve, perform, support everyone else, and never complain. I talk about what that looked like as a young mom, a military spouse, and a woman trying to do everything right — until my body forced me to stop. This isn’t just a story about burnout. It’s a story about waking up. If you’ve been exhausted, overwhelmed, or secretly wondering if this is just what life has to be — this episode is for you. What You’ll Hear: The invisible rules women live by in hustle cultureMy story of over-functioning, burnout, and medical crisisWhy rest felt dangerous and how I learned to embrace itWhat I gave up to get my life back — and what I’ve gained in returnA new way of living that honors your body, energy, and peaceResources Mentioned: Book a Fatigue Recovery CallLearn more about coaching: shelbykhansen.com

149. You’re Ready (Even If You Don’t Feel Like It)

2025/06/16

Send us Fan Mail This episode is your reminder that you don’t have to feel ready to move forward. I share a story I’ve never told on the podcast before—what it felt like to decide to go back to work after 10 years of being a stay-at-home mom, after kidney failure, after thinking I’d never have the capacity to work again. I kept telling myself I needed to feel ready. But the feeling never came. What came instead was a quiet nudge: You get to choose. If you’ve been waiting for the fear to go away before you take the next step… If you’ve been stuck in overthinking, perfectionism, or chronic fatigue… If you’ve been telling yourself, “Once I have more time/energy/confidence, then I’ll start…” This episode is for you. We’ll talk about: What “not ready” actually sounds like in your lifeHow your nervous system plays a role in delaying actionThe difference between feeling safe and creating safetyThree powerful coaching questions to move you forward todayI’ll also guide you through a grounding moment to help you connect back to your body and practice choosing readiness—right here, right now. You’re not supposed to feel ready. You just get to decide. → Loved this episode? Book a free fatigue recovery consult here: Talk to Shelby Let’s talk about what’s keeping you stuck and what’s possible when you stop waiting. → DM me “READY” on Instagram @shelby.living.vibrantly to start the convo.

148. The Secret Rulebook That’s Draining Your Energy

2025/06/09

Send us Fan Mail Ever find yourself thinking, “They should know better” or *“I shouldn’t still be dealing with this”? That’s not just frustration — that’s your manual talking. In this episode, I’m breaking down the invisible rulebooks we carry for other people and ourselves — and how those silent expectations are draining your energy, stressing your body, and keeping you stuck in survival mode. You’ll learn: What a manual is (and how to spot one)How your nervous system reacts when others don’t follow your rulesWhy your self-manual is often the most exhausting of allWhat to do instead to feel free, grounded, and like yourself againIf you’ve ever thought: “Why am I so tired all the time?”“I shouldn’t need this much rest.”“Why can’t they just understand what I need?”This episode will feel like a deep exhale. Mentioned in this episode: → My free Fatigue Recovery Call – We’ll get to the root of your exhaustion and create a path forward so your body can finally rest and heal. Click here to book yours. Loved this episode? Here’s what to do next: Share it with a friend who feels like she’s always giving and never getting what she needs.Leave a review if it resonated with you — it helps more women find this work.Come say hi on Instagram @shelby.living.vibrantly and tell me what part hit home the most.

147. Release to Receive

2025/05/28

Send us Fan Mail What if the very thing you’re trying to force is the thing you actually need to release? In today’s episode, I share the story of how releasing control—during one of the hardest times of my life—opened the door for the miracle I had been waiting for. I walk you through how our nervous systems respond to control and fear, and why releasing is not giving up… it’s making space to receive something greater. Whether you’re trying to heal, feel better in your body, call in more support, or reconnect with purpose—you’ll leave this episode with a fresh perspective and grounded tools to help you open up to the life that’s already trying to reach you. ✨ You’ll Learn: Why striving and pushing might be keeping you stuckThe nervous system connection between control and exhaustionWhat it really means to “receive” (and how to do it)My personal story of letting go and getting the kidney that saved my life3 practical ways to release pressure and shift into peace🧘‍♀️ Plus: A short guided meditation to help you drop the inner grip and soften into trust. 📝 Journal Prompts: What am I gripping too tightly right now?What would it feel like to release that grip?What am I truly ready to receive?🤝 Ready for More? If this episode speaks to you and you’re ready to stop striving and start receiving, I’d love to support you in coaching. You don’t have to figure this out alone. Click here to learn more about working together.

146. People Pleasing and Boundaries

2025/05/09

Send us Fan Mail ✨ Episode Summary: If you’ve ever said yes when you meant no, felt responsible for keeping everyone happy, or wondered why you’re so tired all the time—this episode is for you. Today, Shelby dives into why people pleasing is more than a bad habit—it’s a nervous system pattern that drains your energy and keeps you stuck in exhaustion. Learn how boundaries aren’t about pushing others away—they’re about protecting your peace, reclaiming your energy, and reconnecting with yourself. You’ll hear personal stories, client transformations, and a powerful visualization practice to help you set boundaries from a place of love, not fear. 🧠 What You’ll Learn: Why people pleasing develops (and why it's not your fault)How it affects your energy and nervous systemThe truth about boundaries (and why they’re not mean)What it looks like to set kind, clear limits with others and yourselfA guided bubble meditation to help you feel safe in your own energy🛠️ Resources Mentioned: The Book of Boundaries by Melissa UrbanShelby’s private coaching programs → Book a consult hereReplay this episode anytime you need to reconnect with your personal power🗣️ Let’s Stay Connected: Instagram: @shelby.living.vibrantlyWebsite: www.getyourenergybackcoaching.com

145: Why You Feel Stuck (and Why That’s Actually a Good Sign)

2025/04/15

Send us Fan Mail Are you ambitious—but constantly feeling like you're stuck, tired, or circling the same patterns again and again? This episode is going to change the way you look at progress. We’re breaking down the myth that success has to look like a straight, upward line—and what’s really going on when old habits, thoughts, or emotions resurface (even after all the “work” you’ve done). Spoiler: it doesn’t mean you’re failing. It means you’re leveling up. You’ll hear: Why growth happens in spirals—and how to recognize it in your lifeHow to stop being afraid of “negative” emotions and start learning from themWhy feeling stuck is actually a sign of deep transformationA powerful story about mind-body healing from my own lifeWhat it means to build capacity for the life you truly wantHow my coaching clients break free from chronic fatigue and burnout—and create vibrant, soul-aligned livesIf you’ve ever felt like you should be further along by now, this episode will help you breathe deeper, feel less alone, and see just how much you’ve grown already. ✨ If you’re ready to stop spinning your wheels and finally start feeling like yourself again, let’s talk. I’d love to help you get there—with tools, coaching, and a path that works with your body, not against it. ➡️ Book your free 45-minute call here: https://calendly.com/shelbykhansen/45min

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★★★★★

nutriphyte 2025/04/19

Game Changer

Shelby KNOWS what she is talking about, she has lived it. And she has helped me changed my life and symptoms through her coaching program, and continu...

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Rose324 2024/04/09

So uplifting

Shelby is brilliant at speaking empowering truths in a kind and gentle way. I also highly recommend working with her as a coach. She blends deep liste...

★★★★★

Untold Legend 117 2021/11/30

Shelby is the best!

Shelby is such an amazing example of rising above your circumstances. She walks the talk by creating a beautiful life of her dreams, while teaching us...

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Jewels - choose movement! 2021/11/06

Incredibly Inspiring

Shelby is an incredibly inspiring coach! She takes you on a journey where we often don’t want to go! She provides multiple vehicles to “drive” us to v...

★★★★★

mrmhmoser 2021/10/01

Change your Mindset

I have really enjoyed each of these episodes so far. Shelby is relatable, articulate with her thoughts and gives great examples and insight to help wi...

★★★★★

shelbo1983 2021/09/13

Amazing

Shelby is an example of a beautiful life! She had done so much thought work in chronic illness, I highly recommend!

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holidayclearancegirl 2021/08/19

Unconditional love and a fulfilled life

Yay to a podcast that helps us love ourselves unconditionally and helps us purposefully create the life we want to live! Shelby Hansen was my “life co...

★★★★★

Don't Go Astray 2020/09/20

For everyone

Since we interact with people everyday, this podcast gives us valuable information to help us understand communication. Whether you interact with chil...

★★★★★

Cam Wray 2020/09/04

Great for all moms!

I am not specifically a military mom, however I am getting a ton of great information from Shelby. I have two small daughters and the insights that Sh...

★★★★★

c brick 2020/08/26

Great Resource for mama!

My son’s speech has always concerned me from an early age! I was frustrated on finding resources and feeling heard. I am so glad to have found this po...

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