Spiritual direction, counseling and/or life coaching are paths undertaken by a variety of people for a variety of reasons. Here's what a handful of those I've journeyed with have to say abouth this process.
FROM THOSE WHO HAVE JOURNEYED
Susan has become a trusted advisor and friend. I sought her out during a time of intense discernment and uncertainty in my life. Since then, she's helped me through some significant decisions. She's taught me to listen to that still small voice inside me in all that I do, encouraging me to be true to myself and others. I look forward to our monthly conversations and always feel grounded and renewed afterwards. I am so thankful to have her in my life!
~ Sarah, age 33, engineer and designer
During our first Life Coaching session, Susan asked me to write down some goals for myself. Where did I dream I'd be in a year; how might I get there? My list was more than four pages. Without judgement, Susan gently guided me in developing a more realistic list -- four attainable goals that I was well on my way to achieving less than one year later. In our time together, I re-envisioned my business and figured out a way to split my time between two cities while still maintaining a healthy work-life balance. When we started, I was overwhelmed and fearful my dreams would never come true. Today, I have no doubt that they will, grounded as they are in my own spiritual path and creativity .
~ Cheryl, age 49, birth worker and writer