Life Coaching
Are you tired of living in survival mode?
Are you done waiting for
things to “work out” on their own?
You’re in the right place…
Let's Talk !
Life is all about stories. The stories we tell others. The stories we tell ourselves. The story we live. Who is telling Your life story? Is it you? Or have you inadvertently handed it over to your parents, spouse, children, friends, co-workers, etc? Maybe you’re not sure who or what is in control, but you don’t feel like it’s you. The good news is your story is always evolving and you can jump back in that director’s chair at any time. Just maybe… it’s time to begin writing a new life story. A story of healing. A story of growth. A story of fulfillment. It’s time to invest in yourself and the life you want!
What is Life Coaching?
Life coaching is a partnership where coach and client work together to bridge the gap between what you Want To Do and what you Have To Do for a richer, more fulfilling life. Whether you have a specific goal in mind or you are looking for ways to bring joy and purpose into your life, life coaching can help you make meaningful life changes in a positive, productive way.
I’ll be honest with you, this process isn’t easy. It will take grit and determination to break out of your old patterns and build new pathways to success, but through it you will gain much more than short term success. You will grow your resilience and learn how to move forward during adversity.
“Anne is a strong, engaging guide. She listened "between my words,” helped to shape our conversation and brought clarity to my thoughts. She did not pretend she knew all the answers. Rather she, very quickly became a partner whom I could trust with those deep thoughts. She also did not approach our conversations nor her guidance with judgement. There are not enough good things to say about Anne. But, do not let all that fool you. Come prepared to work hard
to improve your own life.”
Life Coaching vs Therapy:
I have tremendous respect for therapists and their role in helping others heal and move forward in their lives. Traditionally, therapists are treatment-oriented and seek understanding in your past as well as your present. Life coaches are more focused on the present. We acknowledge the past, focus on the future and help you find answers within yourself.
Why Hire A Life Coach?
We live in a fast-paced society where it is easy to lose site of personal goals and aspirations. We operate in survival mode, often seeking temporary solutions so we can ‘keep up’ with the demands of daily life. Unfortunately, these don’t last long. However, our unresolved issues and unanswered needs do. They build up beneath the surface and become reoccurring barriers that stand in the way of our growth. Life coaching can help you to identify and remove the hidden barriers to your success, both internally and externally.
It’s also all about YOU. Life coaching is not a one-size-fits-all program, like so many self-improvement books that wind up in the trash or stuffed in the back of your bookshelf. What works for one, often does not work another and the process of trying to ‘make it fit’ can be overwhelming and frustrating!
We will form a confidential partnership where the common goal is an unwavering commitment to your personal success. Goals are defined, confidential issues addressed, and action plans created to support your individual needs and circumstances. Strategies and action steps take into consideration what motivates you, and what will make the biggest impact in your life now and in the future.
“We cannot change what we are not aware of, and once we are aware, we cannot help but change.”
Sheryl Sandberg, COO Facebook
Who Needs a Life Coach?
You can never be too young or too old to start making changes to improve your life. Everyone deserves to live a life they love! Generally people have one area of their life in which that they are dissatisfied (career, home, health, spiritual development or relationships, etc) Or, they are navigating a challenging life transition where they are being called out of their comfort zone either by choice or circumstance. The familiar is gone and they need to make peace with that so they can go on to establish a new normal. (divorce, illness, job changes, moving, etc.)
Sometimes, we don’t know what is wrong. We just know that we feel “off.” We’ve lost our “mojo.” Here are a few things that many life coaching clients come to Lose and the positive attributes they work to Gain.
Lose this...
- Negativity
- Self-doubt
- Destructive thought patterns & behaviors
- “Drama”
- Miscommunication
- Mental Clutter
- Fear
- Procrastination
- Feelings of unworthiness
Gain that...
- Confidence
- Clarity
- Self-Awareness
- Self-Esteem
- Motivation
- Purpose
- Resilience
- Communication Skills
- Positivity
"I began working with Anne as a graduate student, in hopes I would get validation I was doing the right thing. Through the life coaching process, I gained so much more than that. During one of the most challenging times in my life, Anne helped me realize my true calling in the field of counseling. She taught me how to make good decisions and life choices, while never losing sight of my true needs and desires."
Young Adults, 18-25 Years
Are you standing at a crossroads and aren’t sure which road to take? Do you feel paralyzed by doubt and indecision? Are you anxious for the next step but aren’t exactly sure where you’re headed?
It’s understandable when you consider that you are just emerging from your teenage years, where your life path was largely pre-determined. Milestones were laid before you, with few paths to choose, and you were traveling down the same road as an entire peer population. When you’re in a crowd that big, it can be hard to carve out a personal identity and easy to lose sight of who you are as an individual. Yet, here you are. All alone and expected to know what it is you want to do with your life! This can be a daunting task, but you don’t need to do but alone!
As your coach, my primary goal is to help you get to know yourself better: your strengths, your challenges, your unique internal drivers, and your deepest desires for your life. I also want to grow your confidence and give you the guidance and support you need to take action on your own behalf – at school, at work, at home and in your relationships – so you can begin cultivating the life you want to live.
You may have other goals as well. To build your self-esteem, to make new friends, to resolve conflicts with a parent/peer/boss, to stand up for yourself, to better manage stress, to discover your passions, to accept yourself for the amazing person you are…
Just know that life coaching is all about You. I create a safe space where you can come and share whatever is weighing on your heart and mind. There are no judgments. Nothing to get in the way of an honest, open relationship that exists for the sole purpose of making your life better.
You want to figure out what’s next? You want to find your own personal brand of happiness? Let’s talk!
Whether you hire a life coach to work on a specific issue or to find happiness by re-purposing your life, you will feel a tremendous sense of accomplishment! You will become a more positive, energized and resilient You. Better prepared to recognize opportunities. Better prepared to anticipate and overcome obstacles. Better prepared to make your best life choices. Better prepared to live a fulfilling life.