Habits of thinking need not be forever. One of the most significant findings in psychology in the last twenty years is that individuals can choose the way they think.
- Martin Seligman
A bit about me
Born to a Quaker hippy and an atheist Beatnik and raised by a couple of storm chasers, I never quite had a chance of being “normal.” And between my father’s family (bingo, bowling and beer) and my mothers family (classical music, literature and fine wine) I have gained some unique perspectives leading me to the three most important lessons I try to apply to my life and especially my parenting:
- Always be true to yourself, you’re the most important thing you’ve got.
- Life is best lived with an open mind and an open heart.
- Never take yourself too seriously, laughter will take you through a surprising number of bumps in the road.
In other words, know who you are, be open to who others are, and never stop looking for the humour in your circumstances.
One of the cornerstones of my life has been the constant quest to live a life that is aligned with my values. I find great strength and solace in knowing what is most important to me and finding ways to incorporate those values into my life and my everyday decisions. When I can live true to myself and true to my values this is when I am living authentically.
As a Life Coach for Authentic Parenting I bring my commitment to authenticity and my passion for coaching to parents; supporting them in staying true to who they are, both in their lives and in their parenting, and keeping them laughing along the way.
What are my qualifications?
- I am currently training with the International Coaching Academy to become a Certified Professional Coach
- I have a degree in psychology from the University of Guelph
- Most importantly I am the mother to a young daughter (the most rigorous training of all!)