Unchained Mental Performance Coaching

10/10/2025

“Those who live in the shelter of the Most High will find rest in the shadow of the Almighty. This I declare about the Lord: He alone is my refuge, my place of safety; he is my God, and I trust him. For he will rescue you from every trap and protect you from deadly disease. He will cover you with his feathers. He will shelter you with his wings. His faithful promises are your armor and protection. Do not be afraid of the terrors of the night, nor the arrow that flies in the day. Do not dread the disease that stalks in darkness, nor the disaster that strikes at midday. Though a thousand fall at your side, though ten thousand are dying around you, these evils will not touch you. Just open your eyes, and see how the wicked are punished. If you make the Lord your refuge, if you make the Most High your shelter, no evil will conquer you; no plague will come near your home. For he will order his angels to protect you wherever you go. They will hold you up with their hands so you won’t even hurt your foot on a stone. You will trample upon lions and cobras; you will crush fierce lions and serpents under your feet! The Lord says, “I will rescue those who love me. I will protect those who trust in my name. When they call on me, I will answer; I will be with them in trouble. I will rescue and honor them. I will reward them with a long life and give them my salvation.”

‭‭Psalms‬ ‭91‬:‭1‬-‭16‬ ‭NLT‬‬

When you think of resting and trusting in the LORD, what does that look like? Trusting in and resting in are two very different yet important aspects of obedience to God. Trusting in God can look like, surrendering your agenda at His feet and instead, picking up His will for you. It can look like people around you thinking the decision you’re about to make (because the Spirit led you to) looks foolish when THEY are in fact the fools. Resting in God can look similar since it involves surrender. Letting go of what is not and will never be in your control. Resting physically if needed yes, however more like anchoring your spirit in prayer and your identity in Christ.

Whatever these look like to you, know that God has already won the fight so trust and rest in HIM who is able 💛

10/10/2025

“Those who live in the shelter of the Most High will find rest in the shadow of the Almighty. This I declare about the Lord: He alone is my refuge, my place of safety; he is my God, and I trust him. For he will rescue you from every trap and protect you from deadly disease. He will cover you with his feathers. He will shelter you with his wings. His faithful promises are your armor and protection. Do not be afraid of the terrors of the night, nor the arrow that flies in the day. Do not dread the disease that stalks in darkness, nor the disaster that strikes at midday. Though a thousand fall at your side, though ten thousand are dying around you, these evils will not touch you. Just open your eyes, and see how the wicked are punished. If you make the Lord your refuge, if you make the Most High your shelter, no evil will conquer you; no plague will come near your home. For he will order his angels to protect you wherever you go. They will hold you up with their hands so you won’t even hurt your foot on a stone. You will trample upon lions and cobras; you will crush fierce lions and serpents under your feet! The Lord says, “I will rescue those who love me. I will protect those who trust in my name. When they call on me, I will answer; I will be with them in trouble. I will rescue and honor them. I will reward them with a long life and give them my salvation.”

‭‭Psalms‬ ‭91‬:‭1‬-‭16‬ ‭NLT‬‬

When you think of resting and trusting in the LORD, what does that look like? Trusting in and resting in are two very different yet important aspects of obedience to God. Trusting in God can look like, surrendering your agenda at His feet and instead, picking up His will for you. It can look like people around you thinking the decision you’re about to make (because the Spirit led you to) looks foolish when THEY are in fact the fools. Resting in God can look similar since it involves surrender. Letting go of what is not and will never be in your control. Resting physically if needed yes, however more like anchoring your spirit in prayer and your identity in Christ. Whatever these look like to you, know that God has already won the fight so trust and rest in HIM who is able 💛

10/09/2025

Check out how TWO mindfulness exercises helped me deepen my relationship with God. New blog post is up, link below and in my bio 🙏🏼💛

10/01/2025

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09/11/2025

I've been re-reading the creation story recently and I am in awe of how the Holy Spirit chooses to reveal different things to you about God and His character at different times of reflection and intimacy with Him. I've recently been touched by the revelations and wanted to share them for the purpose that one of these would resonate with your spirit right now. I believe this season has been extremely sweet as I am in the valley and yearn more and more for God's presence with me.

5 Things the creation story taught me about God's character:

1. "God has always had a PURPOSE and a PLAN for His creation." -When you read through the creation story, you clearly see how everything God created has been designed on purpose with a means to move forward in this world.

2. "God has been PROVIDING for us since the very beginning!"- It's hard to miss how God has literally given ALL we've ever needed to us since the beginning. Whether that was an actual place to inhabit all the way to a world that would work to reap and sow for itself without issues. These pictures of provision helped me to confirm not only God's provision but also his FAITHFULNESS! If He provided then, He will surely provide now, even after the fall!

3. "God's GOODNESS was His original plan, not pain." -God never had pain in mind. Now I'm not saying when the fall happened it through Him for a loop and He had no plan for it. Quite the opposite actually. God has LITERALLY been GOOD from the beginning regardless of what has and will happen. He created ALL good things, and a VERY GOOD thing (Us). Everything He creates is good despite the influence sin might seem to have.

4. "God created HUMANS in His image. Not other creatures."- This one took me a second to realize that's exactly what I just read. I went back to see if this was true anywhere else in the creation story and I didn't find it. WE, US, Humans, Male, Female, WE are created in God's image. We don't 'reflect' His image, were created IN His image.

5. "Rest isn't just a nice benefit to being human, it's SACRED worship."- God resting shows me that it's not just a physical desire and need but even more of a spiritual one. Not just sleep but Selah.

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09/10/2025

September is National Su***de Prevention Month. Today, we recognize World Su***de Prevention Day to raise awareness, honor the lives of those lost to su***de, and break the stigma around mental health and su***de.

Nearly 800,000 lives are lost to su***de each year, making it the leading cause of death among people ages 15-29. Look for the signs, listen, and open conversations about mental health. Together, we can break the silence, search for hope, and remind each other that every life is worth fighting for.

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08/29/2025

FAITH FRIDAYS! ☀️

I am bringing these back since I've been a little MIA on Faith Fridays. I recently read this passage a few days ago when a meditation I listen to had me meditate on it. I couldn't help but to reflect and read it in different translations. I chose not to pick one or two verses since it's a passage of gratitude, thankfulness, and reverence.

David speaks about the beautiful characteristics of God as merciful, forgiving, compassionate, loving, gracious, a guard, guide, and faithful. I specifically picked out the words 'He releases my feet' as a marker to show all of these characteristics. Let this passage be a loud declaration and a gentle reminder of God's love and intention for you, his child. Meditate on this passage and sit in His presence. It will surely 'release your feet' from whatever snare you're currently sitting in.

08/28/2025

For today’s blog, I’m exploring Self-Beliefs vs. God’s Truth. If you or someone you know struggles with believing in God’s truth about their identity, send them my blog post. Link is below :)

If you’re wanting to dive deeper into a relationship with God vs. doing things alone, comment “Truth” below and I will send you my FREE Self-Limiting Beliefs versus God’s Truth Devotional Worksheet. 🌟

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08/27/2025

For today's blog, I'm exploring Self-Beliefs vs. God's Truth. If you or someone you know struggles with believing in God's truth about their identity, send them my blog post. Link is below :)

If you're wanting to dive deeper into a relationship with God vs. doing things alone, comment "Truth" below and I will send you my FREE Self-Limiting Beliefs versus God's Truth Devotional Worksheet. 🌟

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This is a wonderful topic I’ve been wanting to speak on for awhile. It’s a topic I have struggled with and find great value in from the many lessons I’ve learned. I hope this short post helps you too. My goal for you is that you find a greater confidence in your identity in Christ and how that...

08/14/2025

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You probably clicked on the link for this post thinking, “what the heck does she mean by P*P- No, not the drug?” Maybe the title intrigued you or you wanted to know the ‘three silent killers’ were. Regardless of your interest and how it got you here, I am grateful you took a chance to find t...

08/12/2025

Hi Friends! 🌞

Wow it's been a hot minute. There has been so much changing lately so if you're still with me, you rock. Update: I still serve clients in Denver and other states however, I have moved to Springfield, IL as of a week ago. I am excited to start building connections here and see where God takes Unchained Mental Performance Coaching.
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For those of you that are new to my page and the world of Mental Performance, it's time to lean in. I'll be starting new posts, blogs, workshops, and so much more as I get officially settled here.

Some things about me:
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I'm Kelsey and I am a 31 year old small business owner of Unchained Mental Performance Coaching. I am a previous athlete (Gymnast first, dancer second, swimmer and diver & others in between). Ever since I can remember in gymnastics, I've wanted to help athletes through the most challenging parts of their journey including the mental side of injury recovery.
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I have two cats: Livie (my littlest baby siamese) & Lyla (my fluffy ragdoll cloud). I took up wedding photography for sometime before trading my camera for the sports world again. I love Jesus and integrate His word and teachings in all that I do. Family is everything to me and I wouldn't be where I am without my two best parental units. I have only been to a handful of places around the world but love different cultures, food, and traveling, however my first love is Kauai.
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If you are an athlete, parent, coach, business, believer in Jesus, etc., I have something for you! At Unchained, I am here to work alongside you, your team, your family, corporation, church, or whomever to provide scientifically tools proven to get you to a solution. This solution isn't instant however, it's powerful through the transformation of one simple thing, a change in your thought process.
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That being said, what is one thing you've heard in the culture of sport that seems counterintuitive? 👇

One that bugs me is "but did you die?"

08/09/2025

📢 Give for Community Support Center Day 2025. 🌍

Healing Hearts, Building Futures 🤏

In Eastern DR Congo, over 7 million people, most of them children, live in displacement. They sleep under plastic tarps, without toys, peace, or safety. But together, we can change that.

🎂 In 2022, our founder, Byolenganya Olo, turned his birthday into a day of joy for children who, like him, grew up forgotten. That single act of love became Community Support Center Day, a celebration bringing food, healing games, art, and dignity to displaced children.

📅 This year, on November 24th, we’re bringing CSC Day to Lusenda Refugee Camp, home to 2,000 children displaced by war.

🎯 Our goal: Raise $15,000 to give them a day of joy, hope, and belonging.

At the Community Support Center (CSC-Asbl), we believe that even the smallest contribution can spark change.

Whether it’s $1, $5, $50, or $1,000, your gift can turn despair into hope.

📹 Watch the fundraising video:: https://youtu.be/LuHlVx20_Oc

💝 Give hope today: https://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/LCZYYE2MGSSA4

💬 No gift is too small. Donate, share, and help us reach children who need to know they are not invisible.

Watch our CSC DAY 2024 event and discover the impact of our work: https://youtu.be/30ETZn6we94?feature=shared, and learn more about us at www.csc-drc.org

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