The Benefits of Working with a Health Coach
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People often know what they need to do, but not how to get it done. We are creatures of habit and our health behaviors have been shaped and ingrained by so many different factors, such as genetics, friends, family, geographical location, culture, life experiences, and even jobs that we do! Think about it, we use food, physical activity, alcohol to cope with negative feelings, to soothe our nerves or when we connect with others or even to celebrate our accomplishments. Unfortunately, using food, physical activity and alcohol as a coping mechanism or as a reward has a tremendous downside to our health, especially when genetic factors and predisposition to autoimmune disorders are already stacked up against us.
Then how do we change these behavior patterns?
Behavior change is a truly individualized and a nonlinear experience. Since our health and the health behaviors are influenced by so many different variables, it is important to recognize that every person's journey to optimal health and wellness is unique.
We all want to have better health but the idea of what better health looks like is different for everyone. For some people, better health might revolve around reducing stress. For others, it might mean improving sleep, exercising regularly, or maintaining their chronic health condition. As a health coach, I partner with my clients who are seeking self-directed and lasting changes to enhance and guide their inner wellness. Based on where you are in life and what your needs are, we will work together to build a program that will address your needs.
Together, we will explore your vision of what better health and wellness looks like to you and by capitalizing on your unique strengths, values and experiences we will create attainable goals and implement proven strategies to help you achieve them.