If you’ve ever wondered how someone rebuilds their life after devastating loss — not just surviving, but truly thriving — this episode will deeply move you. In this episode of Unlock Your Blocks, trauma-informed executive coach Elyssa Smith sits down with Rochelle Gilbert, UK-based property investor and founder of a hands-free property investment company helping business owners build passive income and generational wealth. Rochelle shares her powerful journey of losing her husband suddenly while raising two young children — and how that life-altering trauma became the catalyst for rebuilding her confidence, purpose, and financial independence. Together, Elyssa and Rochelle explore grief, nervous system healing, imposter syndrome, fear, risk-taking, and the courage required to build a meaningful life after loss. This episode is both a compassionate conversation about trauma recovery and an inspiring look at how women can reclaim agency, wealth, and joy — one small step at a time.   💡 What You’ll Learn How grief and trauma impact the nervous system — and why distraction, shutdown, or overworking make sense Why surviving trauma often sparks a deep desire for purpose and meaning How Rochelle rebuilt her life and business after sudden loss The role of small, consistent steps in overcoming fear and imposter syndrome Why nervous system safety is essential when taking financial or career risks How passive income can support freedom, stability, and family time Why women often hesitate to invest — and how to build confidence around money How connecting to your why helps override self-sabotage Why ease and abundance don’t have to come at the cost of burnout 🕒 Episode Chapters 00:00 — Introduction to Trauma, Survival, and Thriving01:30 — Rochelle’s Business & Passive Property Investing Explained03:30 — Losing a Partner Suddenly: Navigating Shock and Grief07:15 — Survival Mode, Distraction, and Emotional Overload09:50 — Rebuilding Life After Trauma10:36 — Starting a Business Without a Roadmap12:58 — Imposter Syndrome & Early Business Fears14:30 — Nervous System Responses to Risk & Visibility16:15 — Finding Your “Why” After Loss18:45 — Small Steps, Safety, and Confidence21:17 — Passive Income, Time Freedom & Family Life23:02 — Fear, Risk, and Financial Decisions26:57 — Why Women Approach Money Differently30:43 — Putting Wealth in the Hands of Good People31:13 — First Steps After Trauma & First Steps to Investing35:32 — Music, Self-Care, and Nervous System Reset38:10 — Where to Find Rochelle   Connect with Rochelle: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rochelle-gilburn/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/property_by_rochelle Facebook: https://facebook.com/RochelleGilburn   💬 Free Resource for Women ✨ 5 Nervous System Tricks You Can Do at Your Desk Designed specifically for high-achieving women who want to calm their body in under 60 seconds — even in the middle of the workday. 👉 Download it here: https://elyssasmith.com/reset   💖 For Women Ready for Their Next Breakthrough Book your FREE 15-minute Unlock Your Blocks Focus Call to uncover what’s keeping you from the balance, clarity, and peace you’ve been craving. This private call is just for women who are ready to stop running on empty and start leading with ease. 👉 elyssasmith.com/focus   Let’s stay connected: Instagram: https://instagram.com/elyssacsmith 💼 LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/elyssacsmith