Why “Spirit First”?

For any woman who has reached a turning point in her life, ready to make significant changes but not quite sure how (or even what exactly!), I know just how it feels.

A few years ago I experienced a major internal shift which led to some major life changes. Over time I created new habits, raised my standards, changed old beliefs, discovered my life purpose and set new goals. Along the way, I learned important lessons and skills which have direct application for my clients.

The most important realization is this: When the time comes to change and grow, it helps to slow down, be still inside and pay attention to Spirit. Life-transforming powers, true inspiration, and the best way forward arise from there. I believe we must attend to Spirit first!”

That’s how I finally heard the call to my most authentic self. It’s how I found the courage to leave the security of my corporate career to start my own business. And it’s how I have come to experience the most fulfilling time of my life.

Personal Interests

Anything to do with boats and being on or by the water. This explains some of the photographs and the sailing metaphors you see here on my website!

My husband John and I spend most weekends living aboard our express cruiser. Sailing and motor boating have been part of our lives for many years and is our most favorite thing to do together. Having recently moved to the Charlotte area and scoring a nice slip on Lake Norman, we’re looking forward to new boating escapades and making new friends!

Other favorites: Nature photography; books and reading, especially on personal growth and spirituality; baking and candy-making; writing haiku-like poetry; teaching myself to play the Native flute; the entire animal kingdom; my spiritual & physical fitness practices; being engaged in coaching conversations.

Joyful Transitions

As a citizen of Canada, I was born, raised and educated mostly in the Montreal area, worked there and in Toronto, then moved to northern New Jersey with John, where we lived and worked for 18 years before recently moving to the Charlotte area.

After 25 years supporting senior executive leaders in Canada and the U.S., I discovered professional coaching and never looked back. I had simply found my most meaningful life’s work. As soon as I could manage it financially, I left the corporate world to start my own coaching business.

Working closely with clients as their personal success coach is a calling of love and service that I find extremely rewarding. Comforting, encouraging and inspiring others to create their best lives is the most fulfilling work I’ve ever done.

When the timing is right and our paths do cross, I hope the Spirit First approach will help you navigate the most genuine and fulfilling stage yet in your journey through life.

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