What Life Coaching is Not!

What is life coaching? I have found in recent conversations with colleagues and clients that there are some misunderstandings and misconceptions regarding what life coaching truly is. Some of us have developed opinions based on TV or movies. To help me better illustrate what I do, I want to take a few minutes and explain it from the perspective of what life coaching is not.

-Life coaching is not therapy: There are many similarities and my background/ degrees on counseling may lend my coaching practice to parallel therapy a bit more the the average, but if you are looking for a deep dive into your psyche, coaching may not be your best options. Although we spend time looking at emotions, behaviors and patterns from one's past, our main goal is focusing on current life and the future!

-Life coaching is not fluff: With the previous bullet being said, we definitely dive into tough work. We look at what is stopping you from reaching your goals and how we can remedy some of those underlying self defecting behaviors, self-opinions and negative self talk. We get to the root of things and make the changes necessary to move forward in a healthier way.

-Life coaching is "bossy": Life coaching is directive. Although there is a lot of time for self reflection and self direction, a life coach will provide you with tips, tricks, tools and strategies to help you get from point A to point B. As a life coach may provide "homework" between each session to encourage behavior change and actionable steps towards reaching your goals.

-A Life coach is too "bougie": I absolutely love that word as a description (lol), however having a life coach is for everyone. There is no degree, paycheck, lifestyle or prerequisite. Have a coach is not a luxury or pretentious. A life coach can focus on all areas of your life. Physical, relational, career or education, emotional… The possibilities for solutions and growth are endless.

-Life coaching sound good, but it's not for me: Wrong! I don't know a single human that couldn't benefit from coaching and support. Unless you can say that you are 100% happy and fulfilled, and living your best life in every area of your life, you could thrive with the support of a coach!

Are you ready? Contact me today to schedule your initial intake/consultation! The best you is just a phone call away!