OK, so if you've been following me, you probably know that I have another blog, Company Om. Last year, I started a business. In a nutshell, I help leaders, managers, and business owners overcome challenges, be more successful in their jobs and lives, and address people and relationship challenges in organizations. I use a mindful and holistic approach.
While developing and growing this business (still developing and growing!) I asked the universe for direction. I asked the universe to help me know the signs. I asked for guidance when I reached frustration or lack of knowledge about what to do next - this constantly happens but I've only recently started asking for help.
And I'm listening now. And I think I hear.
Almost every client I coach on leadership, career development, or business has a need to find balance in his or her own personal life first. This often involves physical health, emotional health, relationships, identifying passions, and making time for self. Yeah - it's wellness.
I've ALWAYS been an advocate for holistic wellness. I have preached to my own team and family that we need to take care of all the spokes on the wheel - physical, mental, emotional, social, and spiritual - in order to be truly healthy. I believe in using natural remedies before turning to medicines (don't get me wrong, I love that medicine can cure cancer and give someone a mechanical heart... soon anyway). I believe attitude and mind management have a HUGE impact on our physical health. And I've talked about and debated these topics and encouraged family, friends, clients, and those I lead to try these ideas on too.
And the world is changing. My belief system isn't so wonky anymore. I am surrounded by people and organizations that have the same beliefs! I am loving it!
When I was 20, I started my Dietetics degree. When our class toured the facility in a local hospital and I saw that the Dietitians were creating diets for sick people, I thought, "Wow, I cannot do that for the rest of my life." So I left the program after two years (1/2 way through) - and not alone! Unfortunately, I was not shown the many ways Dietitians can impact the lives of others. But nutrition has been a big part of my life ever since and I'm constantly learning about new research.... the last few months I've been changing my lifestyle to be 'Clean' - essentially, natural, unprocessed eating.
When I was 30, I completed my CanFit Pro course. I wanted desperately to make fitness part of my career. However, when I investigated becoming a personal trainer or fitness instructor, the salary could not come near my then salary and I was barely making ends meet as a single mom. So I gave up on that idea then too. But fitness was always a big part of my life too. I danced since I was four, I ran since I was 18, I did yoga off and on since the 90s. I try all kinds of fitness classes and sports... aerobics in the 90s, snowboarding, hiking, skiing, bootcamp, kickboxing, hula hooping... just today I began Kettlebell classes!
So. Why am I writing all this? Well, now I'm 42. And many of my clients need a balance in wellness. And it seems I have been meeting and getting connected with (aka attracting) many like-minded people that are involved with fitness, wellness, and health.
ALSO...... I've been presented with my own health issues for the first time ever. I've been managing them for a few years now. The good part of this is that it's given me insight.
Sooooooo...... and here's the kicker..... I asked. I listened. And I'm hearing. I am adding a new coaching service to my business. It's holistic wellness coaching.
I have known this for quite some time. However, not having the letters after my name in a health profession blocked me from feeling I had the knowledge and ability to offer this. But, I'm a good coach. I'm a good leader. I can kick butt. I love this stuff. And I LOVE seeing people fulfill their dreams and goals in life... in leadership... in holistic health.
This blog - Going Om - has, to date, been about my personal journey after returning home from a year living abroad and having a baby at 40 years old. Now, it's shifting. It will be about health and wellness - my personal journey and any stories or knowledge I might have to share to help you on your journey.
PLEASE send questions or comments anytime. I am embarking on this journey with YOU.
Namaste
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