I'm becoming more of my true self daily;

just like you

Since 2018, I have been guiding and coaching others to live well by being their authentic selves and becoming who they're made to be.

It may surprise you to know that I started doing this as a photographer .... when I discovered that a lot of my clients didn't enjoy their photo taken.

It was the strangest thing.

It had nothing to do with how they looked; because no matter how gorgeous they appeared in their photos, they somehow managed to find something about it that they didn't like.

It baffled me, because these were truly beautiful people both inside and out!

After working with many different people over the years who had the same concerns, I came to realize that it wasn't about their appearance.

Yes, having a great photographer matters .... and I believe I checked the box here!😉

But there was a deeper issue: one of self-esteem, self-worth, self-confidence and identity.

A strong identity and a firm conviction of "I know and am being my authentic self" created confident models.

Confident models resulted in better postures, bigger smiles and confident poses; which resulted in gorgeous images.

So that was what my photography business was built on: I helped people find and be their true selves.

Once we had that piece sorted, the photos were the easy part.

So when Covid and my fragile immunity (thanks to chemotherapy) became a barrier to me providing photography services in 2020, I decided to make things official by training as a life coach.

These days, I specialize in guiding and accompanying service-oriented people (those who are often busy serving, loving, pleasing and giving to others with little regard for themselves) on their own journey of becoming.

The core of all the work my clients and I do is based on the Identity Apocalypseᵀᴹ framework, a cyclic process that integrates all aspects of your being:

Mentally: discovering yourself; your gifts, talents, abilities, strengths and weaknesses.
Emotionally: making room for and respecting your emotions as being a part of you that should also be allowed to shine.
Physically: taking realistic, sustainable action based on the choices and decisions that you make.
Spiritually: staying in alignment with your soul and identity anchor every step of the way.

My clients are people who are searching for:

Personal and spiritual growth: becoming is a process that never ends. There's always more.
Clarity on their purpose and plan: there is no other person in the world like you, so walk your own path.
Resource management advice: managing your time, money and talent wisely.
Relationship management: living authentically in a world full of expectations.
Accountability: setting and reaching realistic goals that are aligned with your purpose and plan.
Identity and self-confidence: living the way you're created to be and loving your life.

My vision is to see all people fully living out their God-given identity and true humanity as modeled by Jesus.

I describe myself and my identity via a series of 'I am' statements.

These are not affirmations. Rather, they are who I am and who I am becoming on a daily basis.

The top 6 values that are important to me:

Spirituality

Genuineness

Connection

Respect

Leisure

Generosity

How my strengths serve you:

Identity centered: You are unique. I celebrate and honor that. We will work together to find out what works for you.
Depth over fluff: There's no need to be nice or to censor anything you think/feel when we're working together. I want to hear your heart because that's what's honest. And that's what matters most.
Authentic relationship: My penchant for real connection allows us to forge an honest and vulnerable relationship. Whether or not you know it, this is what humans crave for - to be completely known and loved by another.
Continual growth: I'm passionate about personal growth - I have a coach, mentors, a spiritual director, and am continually upskilling myself so that I can serve better!

Is there an invitation here for you?

The heart of my work is simple: you are loved, unique and one of a kind. You were designed with intention and love. You are not a mistake.

This journey towards authenticity and identity-centered living is about stripping back the masks and being all you are created to be.

I encourage you to continue exploring the resources available and to hold space for reflection as you do so. I've included several questions below. Ask them, yes, but be sure to also listen for the answers. Invite the Spirit to speak and allow your inner knowing to respond.

Is there anything you've seen/watched/read here that stands out to you? What is it? Why is it resonating deeply with you?
Is there an invitation here for you? Is there a response of some kind that the Spirit may be inviting you into?

I treasure people's stories and lives. Send me a message - I'd love to connect.