Why Hire a Life Coach?

It doesn't really matter what inflection I have tried, saying "I am a Life Coach." sounds incredibly cheesy. Luckily I deeply love my work and coaching transforms lives. So I continue to use the corny job title because us coaches haven't come up with anything even remotely better. "Lifestyle Engineer"? No, thank you. And why hire one? If you don't already have a coach you may be wondering what the heck they are good for. Or perhaps you're considering hiring a coach but are unsure if they can really help you with your unique situation. Here are the top 6 reasons people hire a life coach: 1. Something Wonderful Happened! Congratulations! You're getting married, got a new job, had a baby, launched your business, etc. All good? Not usually. It can be terrifying and disorientating to undergo such radical change. Essentially you are letting go of the "old" you and taking on a brand new identity-- but you're not there yet! It can be very painful and frightening letting go of what you know. Especially if you feel you "should" be so incredibly happy and aren't. A great life coach can help you navigate this huge change and support you moving forward in a healthier, much more enjoyable way. 2. Something Terrible Happened! I am so sorry if this is you. Death, job loss, moving, divorce. All the bad stuff can be like shoving your life into a crosscut shredder. A good life coach will be compassionate and provide a completely safe place for you to grieve. Counte...
Source: Healthy Living - The Huffington Post - Category: Consumer Health News Source Type: news