Light The Way: Recent Episodes
Chelsey Oliver
A podcast created to bring teenage girls together to acknowledge challenges and make the choice to move forward with optimism at the same time.
This episode is for you if you're ready to commit to doing what you say you want to do. Chels runs through 3 questions she uses to help her make sure she's "making room" for what matters to her most.
- What is most important to me today? (AKA your TOP 3)
- Where/when can I make room to do these top 3 things I know I need to do today?
- How did it feel to make room for your top 3?
Ask yourself these 3 questions consistently each day, and you'll without a doubt be growing and evolving into a stronger version of you. Enjoy!
Check out the song that inspired this episode on Spotify!
Listen to Chelsey's Light the Way Podcast Jams Spotify playlist here.
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Today it's all about following and leading...we can't have one without the other! And it's important to make room for both roles in your life. Chels helps you explore the question of WHO you are choosing to follow and HOW are you choosing to lead.
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It’s time for a chat with the athletes who are out there working hard to help their team! In this episode, we focus in on where you’ve been this season (and why that needs to be left in the past), where you are, and where you’re working on going.
The best way to be your best self in the moment is to be grateful for where you’re at, and excited about where you’re going. This applies to all areas of your life - and today we’re focusing on the athlete within you. Believe in her, trust what she is capable of, and now we get to get to work proving that she is worthy of achieving those goals you just wrote down.
Every athlete has a goal that includes some version of success. So link arms, show up present where your feet are, and bring out the best in each other. Working TOGETHER is the best way for you to get to feel grateful for what’s happened so far, excited for what you’re working through currently, and hopeful for what you will accomplish.
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It’s time for a roundup of moments that have stuck with Chels over the last few weeks that she thinks are powerful stories to share. Have you ever heard of why it’s important to plant marigolds near your garden vegetables? Or the impact reading back through old posts or journal entries can have on your dreams? And of course, Chels shares a reminder of the impact gal pals get to have in encouraging you to live your best life. This episode is an all-over-the-place reminder of slowing down to catch what your experiences are teaching you.
Complete Blog Post - Find Your Marigold: The One Essential Rule for New Teachers by Jennifer Gonzalez - https://www.cultofpedagogy.com/marigolds/
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Today, Chels is here to help you squash the initial thoughts that likely come to mind when told to do something "like a girl." She encourages you to think about how you feel called to show up and who you feel called to be - and to own that, like a girl!
Like a Girl TV campaign
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Ever have those moments where you feel overwhelmed with joy at how certain people make you feel? This episode is a reminder of so many of the reasons why you hear "people need people" in the intro every time you press play on Light the Way.
PEOPLE NEED PEOPLE TO...let them teach you what’s right and wrong
...let them make you feel appreciated and seen
...let them challenge you and hold you accountable
...let them help you to release energy…to laugh and have fun
...let them inspire and lead you
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Jump into this new year with a pep-talk from Chels! She uses this episode to share the power of a “yes, and” mindset with you and uses the different views you get from the driver’s seat of a vehicle to help put your choices in perspective. Welcome to 2023, my friend! Light the Way is for YOU if you’re a teenage girl who is ready to be encouraged to be EXCITED about the girl you are working so dang hard to become.
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Press play for a reminder of how important it is to find opportunities to gather with people and let yourself get connected! Chels got to spend time over the last week surrounded by strangers in NYC and then in a living room with 5 teenage girls. Both moments reminded her how impactful it is to spend time in real life with people!
Christmas Cheer Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4OoGmQeY36MopkGztNbskX?si=d89c845a1a3f46f7
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We are back with a December challenge to go LIGHT THE WAY! Chels reminds you how when we make time to give joy, we get joy in return. Then, she calls you to action by joining her in an 11 Ways to Light the Way with kindness and acts of service challenge.
Episode 10 links to the original 11 Days to Light the Way episode:
Spotify
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Whether you're looking for new connections, working towards goals, or feeling bored, this episode is a reminder that the questions you ask yourself are powerful! Press play if you're ready to learn about how the questions you ask impact your choices.
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In a world that is currently full of noise that often isn’t serving us well, Chelsey is back to use some of the wisdom she’s gained from her favorite musician, Andy Grammer. YOU are exactly who you are supposed to be and it is a seriously special gift that you get to be you.
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In this episode, Chels is back to share what moments have stacked up for her over the last few weeks to get her back behind the mic today with a fresh vision and reignited mission to connect with you!
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Today’s episode is here to help encourage you to be who you believe in! Despite all of the “should’s” we are surrounded by, Chels wants to remind you that what truly matters is believing in the girl you feel called to become.
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If you are a teenage girl on summer vacation, Chels created this episode for YOU! She reflects on what it was like to be a teen on summer vacation, and shares with you three ways you can take some action to make sure you’re getting your best glow on this month. By creating a morning routine, tracking some habits, and being present you can make some moves towards creating summer days that you LOVE to be a part of.
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After pressing pause on new episodes, Chels is back to share a few of the lessons she’s learned through stepping away from growth. In this episode, you’ll explore three spaces of your life that need your attention if you want to grow with whatever you are passionate about. Through a few stories and some questions to ask yourself along the way, you’ll wrap up this episode with a fresh perspective on how the small moments become the big moments.
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Ever feel stuck and then hear one simple reminder that girl, YOU CAN!? You DO have control and you CAN find a way to create a life that brings you JOY and makes you feel excited for what’s to come. So, press play on this episode if you’re ready to FIND A WAY - to go after goals, to take care of yourself, and to serve others well.
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Ever listen to a song and realize the lyrics are exactly what you needed? Insert inspiration for this episode. Chelsey heard the song Flashlight from Pitch Perfect 2 and couldn't resist the opportunity to remind you that people are YOUR flashlights.
Listen to FLASHLIGHT by Hailee Steinfeld and the rest of the LIGHT THE WAY Podcast Jams playlist here!
It’s time for part TWO - ONE YEAR and FIFTY EPISODES later, Chels is here to celebrate with you! You'll hear some of the Light The Way communities favorite reminders that are in our episode library and leave with a serious spark to go be the beautiful girl you are!
ONE YEAR and FIFTY EPISODES later, Chels is here to celebrate with you! You'll here some of the Light The Way communities favorite reminders that are in our episode library and leave with a serious spark to go be the beautiful girl you are!
If you need a playlist to help you celebrate, check out Light The Way's public playlist on Spotify: Light The Way Podcast Jams
Today it's all about how you create and take care of the energy that you're sharing. Chelsey presents you with a bucket that is your responsibility to keep full. As you serve others with your actions, the bucket is emptied and you get to GROW. You’re not going to want to miss this reminder that you deserve to serve yourself first so that others can absorb the beautiful light that only you get to shine!
This episode is for you when you need a reminder of how you can protect the glow that you live your life with. Chelsey shares six different themes with you - intention, action, rest, quality time, appreciation and service - to help you connect with the parts of you that make you, YOU, so that you can go live your life with confidence. Press play if you’re ready for a pep-talk that’ll leave you ready to own who you are so you can use your glow for good.
This episode is for YOU if you haven’t taken time to think about your commitments lately. Chels shares four questions you can use to help you reflect and make sure that your commitments are adding value you love to your life:
- Why do I like giving my efforts and energy to this commitment?
- Who is receiving value from the efforts and energy that I’m giving to this commitment?
- How is this commitment helping me to grow into the person I get to become?
- Is this commitment bringing positivity to my life?
Press play if you’re ready to give yourself the time and energy you deserve so that you can live a life that makes you excited to grow into the person you get to become.
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This episode is for you if you’re ready for a reminder about creating and feeling your own joy! Chels starts with asking you to lean in with her to recognize what makes you who you are. Then, you’ll hear a powerful reminder of what makes you so beautifully you before Chels shares three ways that she creates and protects her own joy. Press play if you’re ready to SPARK your own joy.
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In the final episode of the first annual back to school chat series, Chels dives into priorities with you. You’ll explore organization, schoolwork, people, and yourself as she reminds you that your priorities matter, they will help you to grow, and this school year deserves to be full of moments that make you feel like you!
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In part 2 of the first annual back to school chat series, Chels takes on routines with you. You'll learn about some of Chelsey's favorite routines to implement before, during, and after school. Consistent routines help us control our day - so let's go!
Chels is ready to help you get back to school with part 1 of the first annual back to school chat series. In this episode, you'll lean into a quote from Wayne Dyer to help return to school routines with a fresh take on what is going on in your mind AND in the minds around you.
“If you change the way you look at things, then the things you look at change.” -Wayne DyerLIGHT THE WAY Podcast Jams SPOTIFY Playlist
CHELS IS INSPIRED!! The 2020 Olympic Games have reminded Chelsey of some IMPORTANT reminders she needs to loops you in on. To help you remember to protect your own belief in your own personal best effort, she shares four SPARKS with you.
- What surrounds you doesn’t have to be what’s within you (shoutout to Trent Shelton who has reminded Chelsey of this one). You get to have some control of what you internalize.
- You’re not looking for everyone’s opinion...so whose opinion matters? (You’ll chat about Simone Biles to stick this one!)
- Failure isn’t such a fail. (Let Crystal Dunn from the US soccer team be your example!)
- If you feel called to improve something, then go for it! (AKA every athlete who had to spend a whole additional year training and improving their best to be at the Olympic games today.)
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Need a reminder that things often aren't as bad as we talk them out to be? This one is for you girl! Chels shares one of her favorite mindset hacks with you - replacing a HAVE TO mindset with a GET to mindset. Whether it's movement, cleaning, or sharing a smile - everything we choose to do is a choice.
If you get to LIGHT THE WAY, then you've got to LIGHT THE WAY - so why not press play?!
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With the 2020 Olympic games set to begin later this week, Chels wanted to remind you how important it is to GET INSPIRED! Whether you have people in your life who make you feel inspired or you need to go find them on social media, inspiration is a choice we can make that can lead to really powerful action and impact. Chels shares three mindset shifts you can make to make sure you’re getting to benefit from what inspiration can produce:
- Take their confidence and let it become your inspiration.
- Embrace a WHY NOT ME mindset.
- DREAM BIG and let their light help you light the way for others.
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**If you need a reminder of WHAT the Light The Way podcast is all about and WHO the podcast is for, then this episode is for you! Chels is on a mission to connect with teenage girls and encourage them to grow into the beautiful women they feel called to be.
If you are a teenage girl, then Chels shows up each week for YOU. To help you recognize your individual beauty, be so dang proud of the person that you are, and choose to face challenges with an optimistic attitude. I want you to be present with your growth. To be ready for whatever curveballs life is going to throw your way, and to encourage you to take the light that you’ve got and shine it for others to feel.
If you are not a teenage girl, then this podcast is here to help YOU support the teenage girls in your life. As you listen, keep her or them in mind and then go share the whole episode or the parts that you loved!**LIGHT THE WAY PODCAST JAMS Spotify Playlist
Chels is making it her mission with this episode to help YOU get unbored. We all have moments where having nothing to do makes us feel bummed & wishing there was something fun to do. THERE IS! Sometimes you just have to be willing to get the fun started yourself.Light The Way Podcast Jams Spotify Playlist
Chels shares ten of the ways that she makes sure she chooses her positive attitude. It's important to remember that no matter what is going on around you, you DO have the strength and ability to choose what you do and focus on so that you can SHINE!
What she dives in to:
- Assume that everyone is giving their best.
- Embrace mistakes as an opportunity to learn and try again so you can grow.
- Take deep breaths often.
- Smile at yourself and at others.
- Let people help you.
- Get grateful.
- Appreciate.
- Choose joy and optimism.
- Listen to feel good music.
- Be aware of your beautiful purpose.
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Today it’s all about comparison and competition - two parts of the human experience that we will not avoid. While we can’t avoid them, we can choose how they impact our lives. In this episode, Chels shares the realizations about comparison and competition that growing up has taught her. Comparison has the power to hold you back from lighting the way with purpose, so press play if you’re ready to hold that power in your hands and move forward with passion!
In today’s episode Chels shares 3 tools you can implement when you need to turn up the brightness in your own life. When you’re done with this episode, you’ll definitely want to go jam to the BRAND NEW Light The Way Podcast Jams playlist over on Spotify: HEAD TO PLAYLIST!
Chels is here to help you prepare to take control of your (summer vacation) days with what you get to do. It's important to enjoy time to rest and also make time for the activities that make you feel happy and fulfilled. Chels shares some simple ways that you can create more awareness of what you’re spending your free time doing.
In this episode, Chels is reflecting on the POWER that she read in Jess Ekstrom's book, Chasing The Bright Side. You'll chat about being aware of what makes your heart happy and working to find fulfillment through sharing what you love with others. When we are aware of who, what, where, and when we feel happy and joy-filled, we get to have a better understanding of how we can lead and love fulfilling lives.
Check out Headbands of Hope at www.headbandsofhope.com and Jess’s book at jessekstrom.com/buy-the-book/ !
This one is for when your plans to get something done don't go as planned because your people want to spend time with you (or because you need your people). Chels reminds you to be present and make the memories so that you can serve your purpose well!
Getting to have one of my #1 supporters in the form of my momma means that she is worthy of her very own episode on Mother's Day! My mom has taught me so much about service, love, growth and connection and so today, I share some of my favorites with you.
If you know that you have a lot to get done, but don’t want to get started or don’t know where to start, then connect with this episode! We let our brain have too much control and believe that it can handle way more than it needs to. Chels walks you through dumping your to-do list out on paper so that your brain can get to work supporting you to take action. And of course, Chels will remind you that sometimes a little movement will go a LONG way when it comes to helping you get through the most important parts of your to-do list!
Feeling frustrated? Pause what you are doing, listen to this episode (maybe while taking a fresh air walk) and prepare to light the way feeling reset and ready to focus!
We are returning to social media talk in this episode to take back control of what filters and scrolling can take from us. While it's not easy work to become more mindful, it's so important to recognize why we make the choices we do when posting and consuming content on social media. Chels encourages you to talk out loud to yourself while scrolling (yes, it will definitely feel awkward and unnatural) to help you become more present with your time on social media. As always, her greater mission is to help you let your natural light shine - even in a world full of filters.
Today it's all about recognizing how we can be more present where our feet are! Chels uncovers social media scrolling, what we say we want to accomplish, and how we interact with the people around us to encourage more intentionality with being present. You've got 24 hours a day to serve your people and your purpose, are you using your time well?
This episode is YOURS if you are feeling like you’re settling for fitting in, and in doing so, losing your sense of belonging. Chels gives you the reminders you need to recognize that if you feel like you are someone else when you’re with people, then you are when you’re alone, then you need to find different people. You’ve got a light that is meant to shine, so make sure that you prioritize belonging over fitting in.
Chels introduces you to her own spin of embracing a growth mindset (instead of a fixed mindset) with her three phase cycle - FAIL, PLAN, GO. She explores the importance of each phase as you embrace the power of yet and believe in who you are called to be.
If you leave this episode wanting more, go support you local bookstore and pick up Mindset by Carol Dweck.
As much as we love the days when we feel good and happiness is close by, bad and hard days are a part of our journey. In this episode, Chels takes on bad days by recognizing them for what they are and encouraging you to take control of generating your own joyful moments. Bad days aren’t going away, but we can release negative energy with intention as long as we are aware of what makes us feel good.
Press play if you’re ready to stop relying on the “what-if” statements that hold you back from what brings you JOY. Chelsey takes on the past and the future in this episode to help embrace the present so we can work hard to choose “what-if”’s that serve our purpose.
Chels is a believer that being an involved member of your community is an important part of fulfillment. So today’s episode is all about choosing optimism as you try new things! She shares four lessons that you can take with you as you join the clubs, team, schools, or places that you feel called to be a part of.
1 - Understand that it’s okay for new experiences to be hard at first (but use your past experiences as proof that it gets better).
2 - Once you find something that brings you joy, make it a priority.
3 - Be aware of when you may need to find something new/different, but never give up.
4 - Find your place to make an impact and get to lighting the way there.
In today’s episode, Chels shares the four intentions she commits to each morning. The choices we make each day work together to form how we will feel come the end of it. This means it’s really important to protect our peace and generate our joy from the start! By the end of this episode it’s Chelsey’s hope that you’ll be ready to put your feet on the ground tomorrow morning with some serious intention.
INTENTION #1 - feet on the ground
INTENTION #2 - change out of your PJs
INTENTION #3 - have a feel good jam dance party
INTENTION #4 - journal to get grateful
This one is for you if you need help taking back control of your thoughts! Chels shares with you 4 levels of self-talk she learned about in Shad Helmstetter’s book, “What We Say When You Talk To Yourself” and reminds you that despite hearing all of the voices and noise around you, the one in your head is what can change the game for you. When you are done listening, you’ll have a game plan for turning in the “I’m not’s” for the “I am’s.”
To learn more about Shad Helmstetter and his work: https://shadhelmstetter.com/books/
This episode is for you if you want to hear about some KEY layers of self-care. Chels shares with you her experiences taking care of herself through physical activities, mindset work, and also what she lets take up space around her. Self-care looks different for each of us, but it’s important to learn from each other as we work to create our own self-care routines!
In part 2 of 4 Chels shares with you what she’s learned about why we deserve to love who we are, where that love may come from, and how you can grow and foster it. In a world where we need to love one another, let’s make sure we love ourselves first!
This episode is for you if it’s time that you remind yourself how incredible you are. With some awareness, a little bit of mental clarity, and a whole lot of accepting failure as a part of the process, I am determined to help you find your own belief that who you are is enough.
If you love this episode and want to dive in deeper with your connections with people, check out these episodes that I mentioned today!
4 - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/light-the-way/id1535397836?i=1000496807424
8 - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/light-the-way/id1535397836?i=1000500668945
ONLY press play on this episode when you're ready to create some momentum for your morning/afternoon/evening! In this episode, Chels gives you the reminders you need to choose productive action over comfy. And while she’s not asking you to deep clean your bedroom, that may be the result of tuning in!
FAV QUOTES:
“Let your action be like popcorn. It doesn’t need to happen all at once, but if you’re willing to start with one bit of action, before you know it you’ll be accomplishing what you set out to do - and maybe even more.”
“I’m talking about choosing productivity over staying stuck/lazy/cozy - whatever word you want to use. We are here for a very specific and powerful purpose. I think you will have a very hard time stepping into that purpose if you don’t navigate this beautiful life you have been given with intentional action.”
In this episode, Chels helps you brainstorm your "fulfillment circle" - AKA what makes you so beautifully you. You'll be encouraged to take time to think about future you, and work backwards into what action you can take today to grow into her.
The "fulfillment circle" is all about figuring out what it is in your own life that you recognize as making you who you are. Once you are aware of that, you can work backwards from your dreams to create a present moment life that allows you to take intentional action towards growth.
In today's episode, Chels breaks down 10 things she wishes she had been told and reminded of as a teenager. If you're a teen yourself, you're not going to want to miss this one. If you're not a teen, these are life lessons we all deserve to be reminded of.
Chelsey covers everything from being misunderstood, to health, to realizing what crushes you won't crush you.
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In today's episode, Chels is taking you back to a Sunday in 2019 when she found the bravery (through Annie Down's 100 Days To Brave) to share a sermon with her congregation. Press play if you're ready to hear Chels's take on connection AND light.
Scripture that inspired the sermon: Matthew 5: 13-16
To order Annie Down’s 100 Days To Brave devotional: https://shopanniefdowns.com/collections/books/products/100-days-to-brave
Chels is here to give you the reminder that the spaces you spend your time in need to be filled with positive reminders or your value and worth. You’ll also chat about being intentional about what you are consuming and who you are listening to so that you have more control over your thoughts. Beauty is not what you are, it is who you are, so press play if you’re ready to embrace that!
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It's time to GEAR UP for a year of setting intentions you can STICK to! This episode dives in to 4 steps to help you take action with your life and celebrate your growth as you go.
- Connect with what you intend to do
- Keep it specific and realistic
- Track your efforts and growth
- Celebrate your victories
Let's get to it! This episode is DETERMINED to help you get to work TODAY on the small things so you can celebrate your success. Because after all, we need the small wins to reach the big goals.
CRAZY cell phone use statistics: https://www.becomingminimalist.com/break-your-cell-phone-habit/
Today is all about SHINING ON for Cass. Chels will share a mission with you that is very near to her own heart - the Shine On Cass Foundation. In this episode you will be called to join her in an 11 Days To Light The Way kindness challenge.
Don’t forget to connect with her on Instagram @countonlearning207 so you can complete this challenge and light the way together!
Connect with and learn more about the Shine On Cass Foundation at https://www.shineoncass.org/
Ever feel like you can't get control of the thoughts popping into your brain?
In this episode Chels shares some ways you can be more intentional with your thoughts. You'll learn about the CRAZY number of thoughts you have a day, think about the POWER OF HOW you speak to yourself, and be challenged to grab a journal to reflect OUT LOUD (on paper). Get ready to explore and uncover how to take back control of your thoughts and rise up!
In a world where connection can be found in so many places, we need to make sure we're filling our own world with friendships that are worthy of our time and make our own lives brighter. In this episode, Chelsey dives into what she has learned about what makes a friend a good friend and why it's okay (and AWESOME) that each friend serves a different purpose in our lives. By the end of the episode, her hope is you're ready to go APPRECIATE the friendships that add value to your life and move along with confidence from the ones that aren't.
In today's episode, Chelsey will help you dive into navigating deadlines that help you determine both who you are and who you will become. You'll touch on the importance of having long-term deadlines while also making the most of your present moment. While it's important to have professional goals, we must always make time for the person we want to be. Whatever you're doing, you're making an impact. So, let's light the way together!
Bringing in the title of a book I had to read and analyze in college, "Leading Lives That Matter," it is time to talk about the importance of REST.
If you feel like you're STRUGGLING to keep up with the speed of your life, I want to share 5 tips to make sure that you are slowing down to take care of yourself.
- No screen time before bed.
- Go to bed and wake up at the same time each day.
- Make sure you’re moving your body.
- Rest means more than just sleeping or napping.
- Take time off if you need to.
People need you and you do have responsibilities and priorities to fulfill. Those don’t matter if you aren’t healthy and rested. So take care of yourself. Give yourself grace. Let those who need to know know that you need to slow down and get some extra rest. I hope this was a timely message for you today. Take care of yourself, this world and our community needs you healthy so you can help us light the way!
Joy is what we feel when we are happy and optimistic. In today's episode I help you slow down to RECOGNIZE what actions bring you joy in your own day to day life.
SELF-CARE 45 CHALLENGE
(RULE: NO TECHNOLOGY ALLOWED)
5 minutes - DE-CLUTTER
20 minutes - FRESH AIR MOVEMENT
15 minutes - READ IN A BOOK
5 minutes - JOURNALING
I can't wait to see how you put this challenge into action over on Instagram! Tag me with your experiences at @countonlearning207
In this episode we dive into our relationships with parents, teachers/mentors, and friends. During a year when COVID-19 has impacted how and who we can show up for, it is important to remember who is in our lives and how we can love and support them!
THE PARENT/CHILD RELATIONSHIP:
PARENTS CAN STRUGGLE TOO! BUT No matter where you are or what you’re feeling, your parents can be your forever captains. And that takes HARD work and HEART work.
THE TEACHER/MENTOR RELATIONSHIP:
Choose to appreciate the teacher who wants you to grow instead of to stay the same (AKA the one who CHALLENGES you). And don't forget to say THANK YOU!
THE FRIENDSHIP
Just as you grow, so will your friends. I don’t think there’s a right way to go about making and keeping friends. But make sure you’re surrounded by friends who love, encourage, and accept you as you are.
Remember, your relationships are built on YOUR foundation. Take care of yourself. Healthy relationships require YOU to be healthy and kind. Even when and if you don’t feel your people are the best, you can choose to believe they’re doing their best.
Now, GO LIGHT THE WAY!
Body image and beauty confidence is something so many humans battle with - teenage females included! In this episode we'll explore the emotions, thoughts, behaviors, relationships, and (hopefully positive) consequences beauty confidence can have.
Being a female who believes her body is beautiful and lives her life TRULY confident is CHALLENGING. But over the last ten years I’ve learned a lot about just how important and possible it is to love the body you were blessed with, and all of the beauty that comes with it.
When we can feel that we are beautiful and think that we are beautiful, our behaviors and actions are going to also reflect that. We will dive into these points and more in this episode!
BBC #filterdrop article:
https://www.bbc.com/news/uk-england-bristol-53784938
In this episode we dive into the word “best.”
This four letter word holds A LOT of weight and pressure.
I want to help you melt some of this pressure away so you can give your energy to your OWN growth (which is really what matters most, right?).
We will cover why their best isn’t your best (and why that is OKAY).
Then, I'll challenge you to trade out “I have to be the best” for “I want to be my best.”
And to close out, a call to action.
Wake up each day, put your feet on the ground, and tell yourself you’re going to give TODAY YOUR BEST. Say it out loud (even if it feels awkward…and it will).
I want you to leave this episode BELIEVING that you can give each day your best because you recognize that life will never be 100% happiness all of the time, and navigating through that is what makes your STRONG and RESILIENT.
Nobody else can do what you do, how you do it.
I can promise you that. So let’s keep on lighting the way, together.
In this episode we get to talk about the WHY behind this podcast! Learn about why "lighting the way" is so important to me, Chelsey. I dive into three of the reasons why I felt called to create this community for us to connect.
I think it’s important for you to know from day 1 what that purpose is behind this podcast! So I'll dive into these three ideas...
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When you consume, you are thinking, reflecting, and learning. My mission is to give you something positive and powerful to grow with.
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If you give joy, then you get joy.
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People need people. I’m here to serve you so that you can lean in to your best you so you can then go give others the best version of you.
And of course, we'll talk about LIGHT.
Even when we cannot control the circumstance, we can control our reaction. So why not choose POSITIVITY over NEGATIVITY?
This is what lighting the way is all about.
You’ve got a light in you that is meant to SHINE.
It’s time for us to start lighting the way, together!
Where can we CONNECT:
Email: countonlearning207@gmail.com
IG: @countonlearning207