We had the good fortune of connecting with KATIE CHRISTIE and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi KATIE, can you walk us through the thought-process of starting your business?
“How does my greatest passion meet the world’s greatest need?”

How can I do what I am naturally good at & what brings me the most joy, in a way that helps people to live better, healthier lives & raise the vibration of love on the planet?

This led me to studying Psychology at University & attending the Institute of Holistic Nutrition.

My business started with preparing food for families with health conditions. This was beautiful, satisfying work, though I wanted to make a bigger impact & help more people. I felt inspired to “teach them how to fish” instead of doing it for them. If I can empower people to do it themselves, and make it simple & fun, I can maximize my impact & feel more alive doing work I love, sharing the magic of healthy cooking.

This led to “Cooking Classes”, which were active & overflowing with ideas & delicious inspiration. I felt it would be beneficial to add a relaxation / healing component to the class, which birthed “Soulfeast Cooking Retreats”, a day of combined holistic healing & cooking classes. The healing helps set the vibe & space, so the nutrition & food can be integrated & grounded.

I noticed Vibrant Health is not only physical, but also includes emotional & energetic, which is facilitated through my “Reiki Energy Healing” sessions. Here, I hold space for people to share their intentions, what they would like to release & receive, and channel energy & guidance to support them.

During the pandemic, I felt in my heart to nourish people, from my home to theirs.. which inspired Online Cooking Classes, “Soulfeast Staycation” which has been so rewarding & empowering for the participants, learning to cook in the best possible place, their very own kitchen!

Throughout the years, I’ve supported various healthy food companies grow their business, everything from product, recipe & restaurant creation, sales, marketing & promotion & supporting the CEOs directly. I’m so grateful to these beautiful souls on a mission to create products that help people be healthier & it is my absolute joy to support their success.

Along with these modalities, it is also so beneficial to have a movement medicine practice. I have added “Soulfeast Yoga” to my offerings, to keep the body active, clear & flowing.

I will continue to do as I am guided, sharing my love & passion of healthy, vibrant living in whichever way I am inspired!

Alright, so for those in our community who might not be familiar with your business, can you tell us more?
I feel what sets me apart is that I make healthy cooking FUN, EASY & DELICIOUS, instead of strict, complicated or boring. I do not just focus on physical health, my approach encompasses emotional, energetic & physical, with Reiki, Psychology, Yoga & Nutrition!

It was definitely not an easy journey & I tried many things over the years. I do feel in a space where I am doing exactly what I love & am successful in that… I am so grateful to be here!

What has really helped me is getting organized, being productive & accountable with my to-do list, surrounding myself with positive / beneficial people, having a solid morning routine, keeping my mind clear of drugs or alcohol, time in nature & daily movement.

I am excited about positively impacting more people to heal themselves & upgrade their health. I love raising consciousness & inspiring others to vote with their dollars for a better world through their choices & actions.

My main intention is helping people feel better, so they can be kinder to one another & the planet. To be me, radiate my love & restore / harmonize the planet into it’s natural state of being.

Let’s say your best friend was visiting the area and you wanted to show them the best time ever. Where would you take them? Give us a little itinerary – say it was a week long trip, where would you eat, drink, visit, hang out, etc.
Toronto: Various Farmers’ Markets – to enjoy fresh, local produce!
Health Food Stores – to find kitchen essentials / the latest unique inventions
Healthy Restaurants – take out & eat it in a park!
Beaches – to feel the cleansing effect of water
Toronto Island – for vacation vibes
Forest Hikes – to get a full energetic upgrade & fresh oxygen
Cultural Neighbourhoods (eg. Little Italy, Greektown, Koreatown, Chinatown, Little Jamaica, etc!)
Kensington Market – to enjoy all the unique individuals & vibes!

The Shoutout series is all about recognizing that our success and where we are in life is at least somewhat thanks to the efforts, support, mentorship, love and encouragement of others. So is there someone that you want to dedicate your shoutout to?
I’ve been so grateful to have supportive friends & family over the years.

My Entrepreneur Enlightenment Coach, Irina Mihaela helped me so much in my journey!

I had all the love & passion in my heart, though definitely needed the practical / business skills in setting it up in a way that can be sustainable & beneficial for all involved. Forever thankful!

Website: www.soulfeastkatie.com

Instagram: www.instagram.com/soulfeastkatie

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/soulfeastkatie/

Twitter: www.twitter.com/soulfeastkatie

Facebook: www.facebook.com/soulfeastkatie

Yelp: https://www.yelp.ca/biz/soulfeast-katie-toronto

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCl6SpAuJ_0wQ_0oPK35l4eA

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