People say it all the time..."ask for help". But what does that really mean? Who are you going to ask? What help are you looking for? Will the person you're asking, really understand what help you need and what they can do for you that will truly help?
Sometimes things in life can become so overwhelming that you can't seem to get your head straight. The thought of getting simple tasks done in the day can seem like too much because you don't even know where to start. You don't have any energy to even accomplish these tasks and you need some guidance and support. I have found this when working with clients. They do not necessarily need me to tell them what to do- they simply need a listening ear to hear what they have to say, validate their feelings and help create a plan of attack. What I share with my clients is that when things seem like they are too much, the key is prioritizing and creating a to-do list. I love lists! They help to get your thoughts on paper, they help to visually show you what needs to get done and they can help you prioritize the tasks to make sure that everything gets done efficiently. I tell my clients that it is absolutely ok to ask for help....it is not a sign of weakness, it is a sign of strength. No one should suffer in silence and no one should feel as though they are alone. Whether it is anxiety, depression, physical health or just a sense of feeling out of control, asking for help is key. My clients have shared with me that simply me "being there" has made such an impact on them and their journey and I am honored that I get to walk this path with my clients and show them just how strong they are. Whatever their goals are, together we can create a plan to achieve them!
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My journey continues as I am now a Certified Health Coach. Many people have asked, what is that exactly? What do you do as a Health Coach? The easiest way for me to answer this is to say that I help people. This has always been my passion and I'm blessed that I get to work with such great clients. I think the assumption is that I only help people with their physical health, which is true...however I go much deeper than that. I was speaking to a friend the other day and we were discussing the fact that our Physical and Emotional (Mental) health are so dependent on each other and are so incredibly affected by each other. I work with my clients to show them that there is a direct correlation between what they eat and how they feel- physically and emotionally. I help my clients find the "why underneath the why". What is the underlying reason why they are seeking help at this time and what prompted them to do so at this time? I help my clients gain a better understanding of food and nutrition and to eat what feels right for them...not what the latest Fad Diet is telling them to eat. I help my clients set goals that are truly important to them and I hold them accountable to achieving them. I am a source of support, a listening ear and someone who my clients can trust in and know that they will never be judged.
My goal is to help my clients improve their lives- inside and out. I want my clients to wake up every day feeling happy and healthy. I do not guarantee a quick fix...what I hope my clients achieve is lifelong success and create a lifestyle they want and deserve. I am a master of habit change and I encourage my clients not to expect change overnight. True change takes time and takes effort and the reward is that much sweeter. |
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