What does the world need right now?

To slow down. To embrace the natural pace of life. To expand its capacity for love & connection. For people to love themselves wholeheartedly. To be in great mental, physical, & spiritual health. To be happy, liberated from suffering, & in harmony with the laws of nature. The world needs real connection: divine partnerships & tight-knit communities that lift & support one another.

The world needs people who are aligned with who they truly are, more playfulness, & laughter.

How has your life changed since you stopped using social media?

Since February 2017 I started doing month-long experiences where I disconnected from social media entirely. I referred to these as “Disconnect to Reconnect” periods. These were so amazing that I started seriously questionning why I was on social media at all & whether the cons out-weighed the pros.

In 2019, I chose to stop using Facebook & Instagram for both personal & professional reasons as I feel my life & business are the better for it. It’s easy to compare ourselves & to feel that we are not enough—for every awesome post, 9 may make you feel inadequate. This wasn’t working for me, or my clients, anymore.

I want to make sure that what I do has a long-lasting positive impact on people’s lives. Unfortunately, the lack of regulation around social media makes it difficult to assure that what I share makes such a difference.

I encourage friends, family, & YOU to revisit your relationship with technology & social media, & to decide what works best for your mental & spiritual well-being!

What advice do you have for someone considering becoming a coach?

Becoming a coach is an amazing experience & privilege. But it’s also not for everyone. I have some key tips to support you here.

Book a session so that we can take the time to look at your unique situation, questions, & intentions. Every coach’s journey is different, honour your own.

Do you meditate every day?

Short answer is NO. However I aim to practice Vipassana meditation for 1hour daily. I’m human & sometimes I linger in bed or skip a day…or a few! Meditation is a life-long practice & it has become increasingly important in my life. In periods where I am dedicated to sitting regularly, I have a “rule” that keeps me focused: I can skip 1 day but not 2, & 20min is my minimum. 

Knowing which style of meditation I’m devoted to makes it easier to focus & be consistent. Choose a style, devote yourself to it, immerse yourself, & keep showing up! Vipassana is a great practice & experiencing a 10-day course will make you want to continue no doubt! You can find out more about Vipassana & find a center near you here.

Have you ever been to Bali?

I’ve been blessed with the chance to travel to some of the most beautiful places in the world: Australia, Fiji, Hawaii, Costa Rica, the US from coast to coast, Iceland, & more. However, I have yet to go to Bali.

Back in 2015, after I turned 30, I told myself I’d go to Bali. I had “Bali 4 my 30th” written everywhere. Instead, I went to Nicaragua, started my coaching business, & adopted my Portuguese Water Dog. I named him Bali & people often assume that I’ve been there. Bali is still high on my travel list as I’ve wanted to go ever since seeing it featured in one of my father’s National Geographic magazines as a kid. Send me your favourite spots so that I can start planning my trip!

I’m looking for a good book to inspire me right now, which ones do you recommend most often?

There are many great books out there, it’s easy to want to rush through as many as you can. However, I recommend that you ask yourself; If I could only read 3 books and master their concepts, which would I choose? Choose your 3. Focus on them wholeheartedly. Put their tips into practice. See what happens!

My top 3 are, which are also the required readings for the Y.O.U. Collective Life Coach Training are:

1. The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho—I read it once a year.

2. Think & Grow Rich by Napoleon Hill is a classic that is referred to in the personal development world often.

3. The Prosperous Coach by Steve Chandler & Rich Litvin is the best when it comes to the business of coaching.

If you could be an animal, what would you be, & why?

I love asking my clients this question and it’s one of my favourites from the Y.O.U. Collective Application Form!

I would be a dolphin or a horse. Dolphins have a playful nature & happy vibes. I love how they stick together, live in the ocean, & have the power to fight off sharks when needed. Horses are majestic &  have a human quality about them. I spent a lot of time with horses growing up and felt that they understood me better than the people around me. They are kind, sensitive, & attentive.

Do YOU have a question for me? Send it my way!