I’m starting a series of true confessions to lead from the heart with my authentic self. I value transparency and honesty in coaching. Thus, I tend to be a sharer about my eating, and exercise, and stress management.
I consider myself to be a partner with my clients who helps you get where you want to go with body positivity. Just because I am a coach doesn’t mean that I never struggle with food or exercise. There are some health coaches and fitness trainers who go all out on being “perfect” to set a good example and provide a visual aspiration of a “healthy” body.
How does this help clients achieve reasonable and sustainable results? Sure, you may be a kick-ass coach with your clients and they are getting excellent results. Do you know if your clients are putting you on a pedestal and experiencing negative emotions by making comparisons?
Eating disorders are totally a thing in the wellness business. Orthorexia – the quest for and obsession with eating only foods deemed healthy – is something to be aware of when one is on a health promoting path towards consistent self-care anywhere. I give advice and tips, when requested, based on my success losing weight and maintaining my healthy-for-me size, my long journey to being a regular exerciser, and managing chronic pain and bipolar disorder.
I also coach based on my knowledge and training. Success is individual. My mission is helping you reach your goals in your unique way.
I think understanding that it’s not always easy to practice healthy habits is critical to avoid self-blaming/shaming and love yourself for doing the best you can.
I share to show that I am in solidarity with everybody else. It isn’t always be easy to tell the world when I struggle. I believe I can help you better when you know I’m like you and I have made progress. Our struggles are why we call it practice not perfection.