Discovering her inner strengths and focusing on what is ‘right’ with her
“I had worked as a family therapist for 25 years, and in my role was always searching for problems, barriers, and obstacles getting in the way of people achieving. Historically, I was familiar with the word ‘recover’ which means to heal from that which is wrong with you…from wrong to right. I was surrounded by trauma, tragic situations and generations of disrespect. It was getting me down and making me feel trapped knowing I was really making a difference in people’s lives…but feeling so overwhelmed and defeated by problems.
And then I had a Discovery Session with Michelle which helped me start unpacking those areas of my life that I wanted to focus on. I realized that I needed to redefine my purpose. Her smile lit up the room and I felt so welcomed and accepted by her! Michelle helped me discover my inner strengths. It was so nice to shine a light on those strengths, as they were all about my people skills and my abilities to connect with others. This was refreshing, especially since I had been in the helping field for over two decades!
We then focused on time management and how I was spending my time. Michelle helped me understand the wise investment of taking care of myself and doing things for me so I could be a more mindful and available partner, parent, daughter, and friend. I had always felt guilty about ‘me’ time and Michelle helped me understand the necessity of it. She helped me go from what is wrong with me to what is right with me. She helped me discover my true north.
This has been a collaborative effort and Michelle is a gem who shared many resources. She’s an amazing listener and sees the positive in situations and people. I have felt such a paradigm shift in my thinking, my philosophy, and my spiritual ways and now I am embarking on a career of coaching young people figure out their strengths, passions, and interests to help them be the best they can be! Such an authentic focus for me. Michelle has shined the light. Our relationship confirms to me that people really do come into our lives for a reason…there are no mistakes. Michelle, words can’t thank you enough for the impact you’ve had on me. You are a gift and I’m forever grateful.”
