HARDSHIPS TO HOPE: FINDING MY CALLING AS A SUCCESS COACH
Rewriting My Story
Resilience: My Journey to Becoming a Success Coach
Life is a journey, full of unexpected twists and turns. Sometimes it feels like we're riding high, full of joy and purpose. Other times, we find ourselves in deep valleys, struggling to see the light. My story, like many of yours, is woven from both profound loss and incredible joy. And it's in those darkest moments that I discovered my purpose: to be a success coach, a beacon of hope, and an Instigator of Change.
Finding My Way Through the Darkness
We all face challenges, each unique and deeply personal. For me, the valleys came early. Losing my mom to cancer as a teenager left me adrift in sorrow and confusion. Moving out of my dad’s house at 15, leaving my younger sister alone, was a decision driven by youthful impulsiveness.
This added a layer of guilt and regret that followed me for years. My dad was a good father; he was grieving too. However, in my immaturity, grief, and fear, I saw him as inflexible and thought I knew everything.
How I wish I could go back to that time now, knowing what I do about human emotions and our need for love, significance, and contribution. Only our Maker knows how different things might have been.
To cope with the helplessness and fear I felt watching my mom battle cancer, I developed a deeply ingrained and very unresourceful habit. It was a way to find a small sense of control in a situation that felt completely out of my hands. This habit clung to me through school, college, and beyond. It wasn't until years later, through the transformative power of coaching, through an NLP live certification course, that I was able to break free and realize my potential to help others do the same.
More loss followed with my dad's passing in 2005. Moving to Houston for a fresh start in 2008 offered a glimmer of hope, but the shadows of the past still lingered. Just two months after moving to Houston, my nephew passed away very unexpectedly, and so began an new chapter of loss and grief. Each hardship, each time I felt like I was hitting rock bottom, was unknowingly shaping me for something greater.
Discovering Joy on the Mountaintops
Life isn't all valleys, though. Meeting my soulmate, Dan, in 1994 was like reaching a mountain peak. He came as a package deal, with a baby in diapers who quickly became my son in every way but biology. Our family grew with the birth of my daughter in 1996, and we finally tied the knot in 2000. We may have done things a bit backwards, but our love has been a strength through it all.
Our journey took us from Florida to Texas, and then to South Carolina, where we've found our happy place. Through it all, I've learned to savor those moments on the mountaintops because the valleys have a way of testing even the strongest bonds.
Embracing the Call to Empower Others
These trials, these tests of resilience, ignited a fire within me – a passion to be an Instigator of Change. I discovered a natural ability to coach and guide others, even before I recognized it as my calling. It was through my own transformative experience with coaching that I realized my purpose: to empower others to rewrite their stories.
Today, I stand on a mountaintop, filled with joy and a deep sense of purpose. The years of hardship and experience have forged me into the coach I am today. Being an Instigator of Change means empowering others to embrace transformation, to step into their power and create the lives they dream of and desire. If I can turn my story around, so can you!
"Rewrite Your Story" – A Movement of Hope and Transformation
This blog is more than just words on a screen; it's a movement. "Rewrite Your Story" is a testament to the power we all possess to change our mindsets, shift our perspectives, find joy and fulfillment in our everyday lives, appreciate the people and experiences around us, and ultimately, create the lives we deserve.
Whether you're facing challenges, seeking growth, or simply curious about the power of coaching, you are welcome here. Together, we'll embark on a journey of self-discovery, empowerment, and transformation, one story, one experience at a time.
My journey hasn't always been easy, and faith hasn't always been my anchor. But I'm eternally grateful for the grace that guided me back to a place of hope and love.
Through this blog, I want to share the power of finding joy in every moment and using our experiences to inspire and uplift others.
Rewriting YOUR Story
Life is a journey down a winding path, where each twist and turn brings new experiences and opportunities for growth. As you navigate this path, remember that every detour is a chance to discover something new about yourself and every milestone is a celebration of your resilience. By learning from the past and embracing the present, you hold the power to chart a course toward a future filled with purpose and joy. Envision a life where you leverage your strengths, conquer your fears, and intentionally rewrite your story. This is not just a possibility but a promise – the promise of living fully, authentically, and joyfully. Your new chapter begins now, with endless potential and the assurance that you are the navigator of your destiny.
Until next time.... remember "Your Journey, Your Story, Your Power!"
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