Chelsea Yamase (@chelseakauai) joins CREATOR: The Podcast to share her journey from shy Hawaiian surfer to million-follower creator. Host Ross Borden explores Chelsea's 11 trips to Indonesia and her philosophy of prioritizing raw, authentic experiences over Instagram-perfect locations. Chelsea dives into growing up in Hawaii and how she learned to free dive at a later age. She offers candid insights about earning 80% of her income through quality brand partnerships over quantity, organizing epic women's adventure retreats from Patagonia to the Galapagos, and why she recently put everything in storage to search the world for a new place to call home. Whether you're an aspiring travel creator or simply interested in conscious tourism, this conversation delivers valuable perspective on building an authentic creative career while grappling with your impact on the places you love. To learn more about CREATOR: The Podcast, visit creatorthepodcast.com 00:00 - Introduction to Chelsea Yamase 01:14 - Living in Bali and Upcoming Scooter Adventure 02:06 - Exploring Lesser-Known Indonesian Islands 04:05 - Philosophy on Travel and Authentic Experiences 05:41 - Balancing Tourism Recognition vs. Protecting Places 09:33 - Growing Up in Hawaii 11:28 - Free Diving Journey and Underwater Passion 14:35 - Travel as a Path to Mindfulness 16:19 - Social Media, Mental Health, and Inspiring Young Women 19:09 - My Soul Track App and Affirmations 20:49 - Business of Being a Creator 23:55 - Running Retreats and In-Person Events 26:14 - Three Countries Passport Question 30:38 - Leaving LA and Searching for Home 32:38 - US Culture vs. European Lifestyle 35:39 - Community and Third Spaces 36:07 - Closing Thoughts