GATHER AROUND and make space for CONNECTION!

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.https://www.instagram.com/chelslightstheway/

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.https://www.instagram.com/chelslightstheway/

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.https://www.instagram.com/chelslightstheway/

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/https://www.instagram.com/chelslightstheway/

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 campaignLight the Way Podcast Jams Spotify playlisthttps://www.instagram.com/chelslightstheway/

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 youhttps://www.instagram.com/chelslightstheway/

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.Light the Way Podcast Jams Spotify Playlisthttps://www.instagram.com/chelslightstheway/

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=d89c845a1a3f46f7https://www.instagram.com/chelslightstheway/

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:SpotifyApple PodcastsLearn more and connect with the ShineOnCass Foudation here: https://www.shineoncass.org/Connect with me on IG at @chelslightsthewayhttps://www.instagram.com/chelslightstheway/

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.https://www.instagram.com/chelslightstheway/