Tuesday, April 28, 2015

Allow, over push

I'm in meetings, trainings, on calls, or answering messages all day long and yet at the end of every day I have to reprogram myself to not feel guilty because I feel like I got no work done (because my work never feels like work)! I'm talking to friends, meeting up with people I care about, listening to and reading amazing motivational stuff, and having deep uplifting conversations with people across the country all day long is what I'm actually doing. It's amazing how programmed we are to feel guilty if we're not constantly pushing and working! But what I've also discovered since becoming a full-time Beachbody coach almost a year ago is that we're also programmed to not trust that it's work unless it's somehow boring or grueling. Now, I don't believe that you have to absolutely love whatever you're doing to still be fulfilling your purpose in life. If you're someone who wants to help people and make a difference, you will do that no matter what your job is. But why not shoot for something that you're passionate about and love and doesn't feel like work? And additionally, let's at least break the pattern that we feel like we need to be killing ourselves to get anywhere in life!! Allow, over push. We all have value, we all serve a purpose here, and ALL is working out for our greater good and expansion. Be kind to yourself and kind to others and that changes the energy of the whole world.

 
Disclaimer Copy: Katelyn Lesk is an Independent Beachbody Coach.

Sunday, April 19, 2015

What feels good to your soul?

All the spiritual teachers I follow were talking all week about the new energy being brought in by the new moon in Aries. I knew the official time for this was 2:57pm yesterday (and it was an absolutely GORGEOUS day!) so I decided to head to the park and have my own little celebration of sorts. I went to the park, sat under the trees, journaled intentions I wanted to set for this new phase, put on some music, did yoga, read, and just enjoyed the feel of my bare feet on the fresh, green grass. It honestly felt like food for my soul. I could feel complete conviction in my intentions, power in this new energy, and so full of love and knowingness that all is working out. We are stepping into a new phase and I am ready to step into my higher truth and higher self like never before. Talk about feeling your vibration raise!!!

Whether you believe in these astrological energies or not, I think it always feels good to find a reason (even if it's just a sunny day!) to set some new intentions, feed your soul, and raise your energy. I'd love to hear about what intentions and celebrations you're creating!

Love, joy, and blessings to you!

Friday, April 10, 2015

Thanks for the support through the good times and the not-so-good!

I have been super stressed, overwhelmed, and emotionally tapped-out lately. I apologize to anyone I've taken longer than normal to respond to. But I'm also going to take this opportunity to say thank you for the supportive, wonderful people you are! I am far from perfect and appreciate you all for loving and accepting me just as I am- flaws, fears, insecurities, failures, and all. Well, I never really believe in failure. I believe we're all doing the best we can. Sometimes that means we come up short. But in those short-comings, in those weak moments of vulnerability, in those moments of revealing our true selves, the good and the bad, I believe that is where we all find connection and the ONEness that unites us all.

I am grateful for the people who pick me up when I'm not at my best. For friends who will tell me the truth of their opinions. For friends who always have my best interest at heart. For friends who will get me outside in nature when I need to de-stress. For friends who will stay up late just to be there for me. For friends who will do a meditative, healing, prayer ceremony with me to help me reconnect to my truth and my higher self. For friends who will give me a kick-ass workout and sweat session to release some anxiety. For friends who will hug me and tell me everything is going to be ok. For friends who will help me decipher what my priorities are and help me give myself permission to table what once seemed important but is maybe not my top priority currently. For friends who will have 5am FB philosophy conversations about life when we can't sleep. For friends who are there for me no matter what.
***So I think that covers all of you haha. So if you're reading this, thank you for loving and understanding me and having my back through all the ups and downs of life. I appreciate YOU!***

And one last thing. Throughout the last few days, I've gotten news of several friends and family members who are dealing with some major tough stuff. Everything from scary health diagnoses to watching a precious loved one fight for their life to news of a special little one getting some wings before ever seeing the light of this world. My prayers and love go out to all of these strong souls and I hope you know that I am always there for you the way you have been there for me.

Much love to all of you,
Katelyn