I often find myself pondering: Why?
As I reflect on my journey at 41, still in the process of learning, I can’t help but wonder why stability in my career eludes me. Despite my dedication, discipline, and undeniable potential, something seems to be missing.
I’ve ventured down various paths – from graphic design to mom-partnership, from authorship to wellness coaching, and even delving into the realms of akashic reading to now – “ A Coach”, I can’t help but question what’s unfolding before me.
I wonder “What’s happening here?”
It wasn’t until I embarked on the journey of self-discovery through coaching that I finally found some answers. Something within me had shifted, but I couldn’t quite grasp what it was.
Throughout this coaching journey, the emphasis on being authentic, and this expedition into self-awareness resonated deeply with me. It occurred to me that in all my previous pursuits, I hadn’t truly been myself, I had been merely wearing masks but here, in this space of coaching, I could finally be genuine and embody my essence.
Empowering others has always been my driving force igniting my spirit, yet I struggled to find a path that allowed me to do so authentically, without compromising who I am. As a coach, I not only blossomed into a truer version of myself, but I’ve also forged a genuine connection with my essence and the freedom to express it.
I’ve always wanted to improve myself at work by finding new tools and techniques. But then I realized, through the coaching program, that my most powerful tools are my own five senses. All I must do is use them to their fullest potential and become the best coach I can be. That’s when I understood that everything, I need is already inside me.
The metamorphosis was gradual yet unyielding – transitioning from mere journaling to profound self-reflection. Through the prism of coaching, I learned to use my language as a potent tool of self-expression. I was “BEING MYSELF”
The barriers I once had around my being – fears, doubts, insecurities—are slowly but steadily dissolving, like layers of an onion being peeled away. With each courageous step forward, I uncover more layers and find myself increasingly willing to confront my truths with newfound tenacity.
The sense of fulfilment and inner peace which I experience now in this transformative journey is unlike any prior experience.
It’s been a journey of changing my mindset, not just acquiring knowledge.
Shifting from “What do I do?” to “What do I feel compelled to do?” – the coach within me has emerged.
This journey of coaching has become my path of evolution, devoid of destination or bounds. It demands courage, yet it also bestows courage – the courage to embrace the novelty of my being, to embrace the emergence of the new me, while being me and trusting my instincts.
Author name: Akriti Bhartia
