We had a lovely weekend complete with weather that left me feeling renewed and refreshed!
Spring is the time of year we feel ourselves emerging from the depths of Winter...we shed our warm layers and begin afresh.
Maybe the Winter months gave you time to think about changes you want to make in your life or goals and dreams you are ready to pursue. Or maybe you are finally ready to see the end of that nagging problem you just can't seem to shake off, but you need some insight on how to say goodbye!
Whatever the issue may be, a Coach can help you sort through the rubble our minds sometimes create. A Coach can provide a safe space where there are no expectations and no judgement...there is only room for growth and creativity! You will feel refreshed and renewed after a Coaching session.
And if you need more encouragement, I am having a limited time Spring special! So book your session now and get a 20% discount on all initial and follow up sessions.
I look forward to hearing from you!
Monday, April 25, 2011
Sunday, April 24, 2011
Tuesday, April 19, 2011
Ode to the Brain
I came across this very creative piece tonight and wanted to share it with you. It's an artistic way to summarize the important pieces of what our brain is and does! If you get a chance and have the time, I recommend watching the full videos from Dr. Jill Bolte-Taylor and Dr. V Ramachandran. Two greatly inspiring and informative videos.
For now, enjoy this short Symphony of Science piece...and take home the message: "...we can change ourselves...think of the possibilities..."
For now, enjoy this short Symphony of Science piece...and take home the message: "...we can change ourselves...think of the possibilities..."
Saturday, April 16, 2011
Melody Inspired
I've had a long, tiring week. At one point I let it all go. I embraced the hectic-ness and breathed deep. Sometimes that's all you can do. This morning I turned on the iPod and this song came on. It was a refreshing little tidbit of inspiration that went right to my awaiting heart. And it made me feel better. Especially the line, "life is short as the day is long". I have been watching as my children grow right before my eyes, and I remind myself that all too soon they will no longer be little. I love how music can do that! So here it is, I hope it brings cheer to someone who needs it today...
"Here's To You"
Brooke Fraser
Cheers to the furrows on our brow
To each hard-won victory
Cheers to the losses that grew us up
Killed our pride, and filled our cup
Cheers to the friendships well worn in
That time nor distance alter
Here's to the sleepers we'll see again
Find company in memoria
Open your mouth and sing out your song
Life is short as the day is long
I can't leave you my body
But I'll leave you a tune
This is my legacy
Cheers to you
Cheers to the passing of our youth
And the death of lust not one day
A toast to the lessons not yet learned
And to the trials that will teach them
Open your mouth and sing out your song
Life is short as the day is long
I can't leave you my body
But I'll leave you a tune
This is my legacy
Cheers to you
Open your mouth and sing out your song
Life is short as the day is long
I can't leave you my body
But I'll leave you a tune
Open your mouth, and sing out your song
Life is short as the day is long
I can't leave you my body
But I'll leave you a tune
This is my legacy
This is my legacy
This is my legacy
Cheers to you
Friday, April 15, 2011
What's The Point Of Life Coaching?
Someone asked me the other day, "What's the point of Life Coaching?"
I have to admit that getting asked questions like this still puts me on the spot! But only for a second. I remember that I know the answer and that I am more than happy to share it.
Yes, it's true that to some Life Coaching may seem silly, even pointless. After all, shouldn't we be able to just figure things out on our own? Shouldn't we be able to know how to solve our problems without a Coach? Well ideally the answer would be "Yes!" But in reality many of us aren't able to for several reasons. The first reason is that when we have a problem, concern or issue, we often become very involved with it. The problem becomes attached to us and we sink deeper into it. We get to the point where we have mulled it over for so long that it no longer makes sense, and we seem to go in circles trying to figure it out.
Sound familiar? I know I've been there.
Psychology researchers have found that people are more creative at problem solving when it comes to a perfect stranger's issues, than when it comes to their own. Researchers explain this phenomenon by stating that when someone comes to a problem fresh and without attachment to it, the solution may be more readily available.
Here is where coaching can come in handy!
We often become our own saboteur. Not because we want to, but just because of the nature of our behaviour and the way our mind works.
Having someone who understands this and who can view your concern unbiased can be very helpful to getting you out of the rut and help you move past it.
Another question I often get asked is, "Isn't Life Coaching just like Therapy or Counselling?" Well the answer is "Yes and No". Counselling is often focused on dealing with past events. Helping you understand and acknowledge things that may have happened and how they are affecting you now. Therapy is similar but has a more clinical component to it, providing the needed support to people who may be struggling with a mental health concern. While Coaching can help you overcome issues from your past that may be preventing you from achieving the goals you want to, it is primarily focused on dealing with the here and now and helping you find peace, happiness and motivation in the moment. This state of being will then fuel your desire to want to move forward, to achieve your goals, to find your passion and actually live it!
Coaching can be helpful when applied to so many aspects of life...there are business coaches, career coaches, personal development coaches, health coaches, fitness coaches, parent coaches...you get the point.
The wonderful thing about coaching is that it is a fresh, energizing way to help you figure things out. Yes, there are a thousand-and-one amazing Self-Help books and plans and charts out there to help you achieve your goals. However, the truth of the matter is that many times we start off with good intentions and soon come to find ourselves settling back into our old way of doing things. That is because we don't have someone there, removed from our situation, helping us stay on track, reminding us of our goal and making us accountable for our actions. We see this all too often, in ourselves and in our friends. Remember all those New Year's Resolutions? We do so well for a week, maybe even a few weeks...but without the necessary support, we soon find ourselves putting them on the back burner. And many of us can't rely on our partner or friends all that much because well, our partner is emotionally attached to us and can help us (inadvertently) come up with good excuses...and well, our friends may be dealing with their own failed resolutions to be much help to us. Having a Coach provides that lifeline of support to us...it helps us be accountable and reminds us that we don't want to come up with excuses anymore! That we do in fact want to succeed!
Coaching is also wonderful because the client leads the way. If one session is all you need to feel renewed, motivated and ready to follow your dream, that is great! Others may need a few more sessions to get to that point. However, in the end, no mater how long you seek coaching, it is all helpful. It will all contribute to your well-being and nothing can take that away.
I hope this has been helpful in clearing up some of the questions you may have had about Life Coaching. It is of course not an all-encompassing description, but I hope I have touched on the more important aspects of what it is and how it can help you.
I am always happy to answer your questions so don't hesitate to contact me!
And if you do decide to give Coaching a try, I'd be happy to help.
I have to admit that getting asked questions like this still puts me on the spot! But only for a second. I remember that I know the answer and that I am more than happy to share it.
Yes, it's true that to some Life Coaching may seem silly, even pointless. After all, shouldn't we be able to just figure things out on our own? Shouldn't we be able to know how to solve our problems without a Coach? Well ideally the answer would be "Yes!" But in reality many of us aren't able to for several reasons. The first reason is that when we have a problem, concern or issue, we often become very involved with it. The problem becomes attached to us and we sink deeper into it. We get to the point where we have mulled it over for so long that it no longer makes sense, and we seem to go in circles trying to figure it out.
Sound familiar? I know I've been there.
Psychology researchers have found that people are more creative at problem solving when it comes to a perfect stranger's issues, than when it comes to their own. Researchers explain this phenomenon by stating that when someone comes to a problem fresh and without attachment to it, the solution may be more readily available.
Here is where coaching can come in handy!
We often become our own saboteur. Not because we want to, but just because of the nature of our behaviour and the way our mind works.
Having someone who understands this and who can view your concern unbiased can be very helpful to getting you out of the rut and help you move past it.
Another question I often get asked is, "Isn't Life Coaching just like Therapy or Counselling?" Well the answer is "Yes and No". Counselling is often focused on dealing with past events. Helping you understand and acknowledge things that may have happened and how they are affecting you now. Therapy is similar but has a more clinical component to it, providing the needed support to people who may be struggling with a mental health concern. While Coaching can help you overcome issues from your past that may be preventing you from achieving the goals you want to, it is primarily focused on dealing with the here and now and helping you find peace, happiness and motivation in the moment. This state of being will then fuel your desire to want to move forward, to achieve your goals, to find your passion and actually live it!
Coaching can be helpful when applied to so many aspects of life...there are business coaches, career coaches, personal development coaches, health coaches, fitness coaches, parent coaches...you get the point.
The wonderful thing about coaching is that it is a fresh, energizing way to help you figure things out. Yes, there are a thousand-and-one amazing Self-Help books and plans and charts out there to help you achieve your goals. However, the truth of the matter is that many times we start off with good intentions and soon come to find ourselves settling back into our old way of doing things. That is because we don't have someone there, removed from our situation, helping us stay on track, reminding us of our goal and making us accountable for our actions. We see this all too often, in ourselves and in our friends. Remember all those New Year's Resolutions? We do so well for a week, maybe even a few weeks...but without the necessary support, we soon find ourselves putting them on the back burner. And many of us can't rely on our partner or friends all that much because well, our partner is emotionally attached to us and can help us (inadvertently) come up with good excuses...and well, our friends may be dealing with their own failed resolutions to be much help to us. Having a Coach provides that lifeline of support to us...it helps us be accountable and reminds us that we don't want to come up with excuses anymore! That we do in fact want to succeed!
Coaching is also wonderful because the client leads the way. If one session is all you need to feel renewed, motivated and ready to follow your dream, that is great! Others may need a few more sessions to get to that point. However, in the end, no mater how long you seek coaching, it is all helpful. It will all contribute to your well-being and nothing can take that away.
I hope this has been helpful in clearing up some of the questions you may have had about Life Coaching. It is of course not an all-encompassing description, but I hope I have touched on the more important aspects of what it is and how it can help you.
I am always happy to answer your questions so don't hesitate to contact me!
And if you do decide to give Coaching a try, I'd be happy to help.
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