In this thought-provoking episode of Soul Thursdays, host Calvin Baldwin sits down with actor and intuitive soul Yvette Fannell to unpack the unexpected wisdom we can find in chess, coincidence, and simply showing up.

Yvette shares stories of stepping into roles without certainty, reading the signs life gives us, and reframing failure as a sacred teacher. From emotional resilience to divine timing, this episode is a soulful roadmap for anyone wrestling with perfectionism, doubt, or the pressure to “have it all together.”


💡 Top Takeaways

  • Make the Move. Don’t wait until you feel ready — progress begins with motion.

  • Coincidences are clues. Yvette frames them as signs from God — nudging us toward purpose.

  • 70% is still powerful. Showing up imperfectly is still a win.

  • Mistakes are portals. Each error leads to insight and innovation.

  • Chess builds emotional strength. It’s not just a game — it’s a tool for life.



⏱️ Chapters

  • 00:00 — Welcome to Soul Thursdays + Intro to Yvette Fannell

  • 01:48 — Signs & Coincidence: How Life Speaks

  • 05:00 — Spontaneity & The Courage to Act

  • 10:47 — Showing Up at 70% & Emotional Resilience

  • 20:34 — Chess: A Life Framework for Growth

  • 26:07 — Reframing Failure & Owning the Journey

  • 28:09 — Final Word: Evaluate Your Life Position & Participate