Andy Whittle is one of the coaches we found and we did a little interview with him. He impressed us with his positive attitude and strong support that he offers his clients. Here is what he said.
Meet Life Coach Andy Whittle:
Name: Andy Whittle Pillar: The Mind Who is this coach for: For anyone who wants to have strong support and valuable feedback on their way of reaching their goals. How they can help: Attentive listening, strategic questioning, dedicated support and outside feedback.
First of all, how are you and your family doing in these Pandemic times?
We are all fine, and coping fairly well with the situation, it does feel as though we have lost a complete year and I know my children have missed the social aspect of being with all of their friends, but they have managed to stay connected and it will soon be back to ‘normal’.
How does the coronavirus pandemic affect your clients? Did it affect you at all?
It did affect me initially especially with a lot of the training work I did face to face.
But I am nothing if I am not adaptable so I was soon up and running as people adapted themselves to the online world and became more comfortable with the technology.
It has changed the type of coaching I do, in that people are struggling with adapting, more stress, career challenges, new ways of working etc.
What are the biggest lessons that you learned in this pandemic?
That connection and support networks are ultra important.
I learned that people, including myself, are stronger than they think, more adaptable than they think and can rise to any challenge with the right mindset.
The Origin:
Tell us about you, your career, how you started with your coaching career?
I have been many things to many people in my lifetime.
Lots of hats, lots of very interesting experiences and the red thread through all of this has always been people.
I got into proper coaching roughly 5 years ago when I found the perfect curriculum for me that really spoke to my strengths and understanding of the way things and people worked.
What was your biggest obstacle that you had to overcome in your life that made you who you are today?
Realizing that life is too short to be in the wrong job.
I was a fish out of water in my old job and I realized that I had to create yet another comfort zone.
I had to stop blaming others for my lack of choices and start making changes, taking chances and being more proactive.
The Coaching Style:
How do you innovate with coaching your clients?
I think that I innovate with my clients by really listening to them and by becoming a thinking partner for them.
Helping them reflect on their thoughts, ideas, values and strengths to really be able to move forward with confidence in knowing who they are and what they want.
What’s unique about your coaching approach?
Most people are after some sort of change, a new life, a new job, a new perspective on things.
Having reinvented myself many times over the years I have a pretty unique perspective on life.
Anything is possible.
What benefits do your clients get after working with you?
Encouragement, support, a bouncing board, valuable feedback, someone who listens, the chance to have an outsider’s perspective with no judgement or preconceived ideas.
Do you use any specific tools to be efficient with your clients?
I do have many tools in my toolbox, but the most powerful are listening and questioning.
The Impact:
If you had a super megaphone that, when you speak into, the whole world will hear your message, what would you say?
We are all worthy, we all deserve to be heard, seen, listened to, loved and acknowledged.
We all have a special place in this world.
What is the greatest lesson you have learned in your life?
No one else can make you happy, complete you or should judge you.
You do You.
Everyone else is taken.
Your final thoughts?
Coaching is the gift that keeps on giving.
We all learn so much about ourselves through self reflection and genuine intuitive feedback.
Our self perception can be so muddled and our limiting beliefs can be so limiting. Having more options in life can be so rewarding.
Where Can You Find Andy Whittle?
If you want to dive deeper into his work check out his website https://www.andywhittle.be/ where you will find everything you might want to know about him.
Andy Whittle is a remarkable human being with a positive attitude that is highly infectious. You can schedule a free consultation call with him here and see what we are talking about. It was a pleasure doing this interview.
Caring for consistently irritated skin can seem like an uphill battle.
It can often seem like no matter what you try, your skin dries out, breaks out and flakes out.
While it’s true that some of us have a much tougher skincare journey than others, no one’s skin is beyond help.
In some cases, an underlying medical issue is to blame for untamable skin. Other times, it’s simply a matter of choosing the wrong products.
Whatever the cause, perpetually uncooperative skin can lead to copious amounts of wasted time, money and effort.
So, if your easily irritated skin has caused you no shortage of frustration over the years, put the following pointers into practice.
4 Important Pieces of Advice for Consistently Irritated Skin:
1. Use a Gentle Face wash.
Although many face washes purport to be much gentler than standard soaps and shampoos, this doesn’t automatically make them a good fit for sensitive skin. While they may not be as chemical laden as the aforementioned grooming products, these face washes can still prove too harsh for sensitive skin.
For example, if you don’t wear a lot of makeup or stay away from cosmetics altogether, there’s no reason you should be using a face wash designed for heavy makeup removal.
With this in mind, make a point of limiting your options to face washes designed specifically for easily irritated skin or organic washes.
Sure, these tend to cost a little more than standard over the counter skincare aids, but the lack of consistent skin irritation makes them well worth the additional expense.
Additionally, if you don’t wear makeup, you may not even need to use a specialized wash every time you wash your face. Simply rinsing your face with water, also known as “The Caveman Method”, has been shown to reduce irritation and breakouts in individuals with sensitive skin.
2. Regularly Moisturize Dry Skin.
If your skin irritation is largely the result of chronic dryness, a good moisturizer is an essential skincare aid.
Additionally, before applying moisturizer, make sure to give your face a thorough washing, as this will prevent the moisturizer from sealing in any dirt or dead skin cells.
For people with exceptionally sensitive skin, heavy oil based moisturizers are liable to cause additional irritation.
So, if this describes you, limit yourself to light oil free moisturizers. Furthermore, certain types of essential oil can act as natural alternatives to over the counter moisturizers.
Although it’s often recommended that you wash and moisturize your face two times per day, it’s important to realize that there’s no “one size fits all” solution to skincare.
For instance, if you don’t wear makeup, you may find that one washing and moisturizing per day suits your skin just perfectly.
3. Give the Moisturizer a Break.
Moisturizing plays a large role in countless skincare regimens, and for good reason.
It helps replenish the moisture we get rid of when we wash our faces and reduce the appearance of wrinkles and age lines.
However, as previously stated, skincare is not a monolith, and there’s no “one size fits all” solution. Heck, if there were, we’d all be walking around with flawless skin.
This is particularly apparent when it comes to moisturizing. Although it works wonders for some, it can be a source of consistent irritation for others. Some people’s skin simply doesn’t respond well to moisturizers, regardless of how mild they happen to be.
If this is an apt description of your skin, it’s fine to give the moisturizer a break.
In addition to being selective when it comes to skincare products, you should also exercise discernment when seeking out grooming products and cosmetics. Many shampoos, conditioners, soaps and makeup products contain chemicals that can trigger irritation and breakouts, particularly for people with sensitive skin, so keeping an eye out for chemical light options or springing for organic alternatives is likely to serve you well.
What You Should Remember:
Dealing with skin that refuses to relax can be immensely frustrating.
For some of us, no matter what lengths we go to, our skin seemingly exists in a perpetual state of irritation.
In addition to weighing on wallets, unsuccessful attempts at soothing irritation prone skin can lead to issues with confidence and self image.
If you’re tired of allowing disagreeable skin to be a drain on your time and finances, there’s no time like the present to tackle the problem head on. Try some of these advices, follow them all if you can.
Also, know that your habits contribute to your health. Your way of life contributes a lot on your skin health. Stress management, healthy diet, regular exercise, enough daily hydration and quality sleep can be of tremendous help.
Laine Kaleja is one of the coaches we found and we did a little interview with her. She impressed us with her passion and experience. Here is what she said.
Meet Life Coach Laine Kaleja:
Name: Laine Kaleja Pillar: The Spirit Who is this coach for: Anyone who is willing to update their belief system and create better self image. How they can help: She can help you find and update the beliefs about yourself that are keeping you stuck in life.
First of all, how are you and your family doing in these Pandemic times?
Pandemic time has been a time of many changes and interruptions of plans for me, just like most people in the world.
I am very thankful that my family and I have been staying healthy throughout all this time. Health is precious and something to be grateful for daily.
How does the coronavirus pandemic affect your clients? Did it affect you at all?
The coronavirus pandemic, of course, affects everyone, many people have been laid off. It never is a good thing, yet, every challenge hides within it a redirection and opportunity.
More people than ever are starting their businesses. And more people than ever are turning to their personal development, as they see that the way they have been living so far is not working anymore.
What are the biggest lessons that you learned in this pandemic?
My biggest lesson in this pandemic has been to trust the redirection. I was supposed to be spending all summer of 2020 in the USA selling books and earning good money so I could go into my business full time after the summer.
I had planned everything for that, and it was essential for me to go there. I was waiting for the borders to open until the end of June, when it became evident that I cannot go anywhere during the summer.
I didn’t have a place to live because the apartment I lived in was rented out for the summer months already. And I was extremely short of cash because my regular income was gone because of the pandemic, and I had not started my business yet.
During the summer, I lived pretty much in victim mode, “Why is this happening to me?” I thought I had been free from victim consciousness several years ago already. However, when we are thrown out of our comfort zone, that shows what is inside us. What kind of past programming runs the show.
I still had a lot of the past programming that needed to be released.
Although challenges are never pleasant, when we look at the big picture, we can see how they are often redirections for something better.
To become a great mindset coach, I had to face my shadows as well. I had to face my insecurities and mindset blocks on a new level than I had done it before to help my coaching clients on a deeper level.
The Origin:
Tell us about you, your career, how you started with your coaching career?
Coaching and mentoring others has always been a part of my life, but I had not considered it as a career and business option until recently.
I was part of an international student organization within the Southwestern Advantage company for more than ten years.
During the summers, we were selling educational books to families all over the USA and Canada. I was one of the student mentors there and led my team of students for several years.
That was more of a personal development program rather than just a sales job for students. And that is where I fell in love with helping people with their personal development.
Every time I could see how someone was growing as a person through different challenges and knowing I could be part of that, it was a truly fulfilling feeling.
As the pandemic started, I learned more about online business structures and the growing life coaching industry. At one point, I just realized, “It’s a no brainer this is the type of business I was meant for.”
What was your biggest obstacle that you had to overcome in your life that made you who you are today?
I could tell about many different minor obstacles, but I realize they all fall under one big internal obstacle.
My biggest internal obstacle that I have had to overcome so far has been the limiting belief of “I am not good enough.”
This limiting belief was sure dragging me around and limiting my decisions throughout my 20s. It was subconsciously sabotaging me in my professional life, personal life, relationships, finances, etc.
The climax point came when I started to build my coaching business.
First of all, I had postponed thinking about building my business for many years due to this limiting belief. And even after I started my own business, I doubted myself a lot.
I felt that I need to take one more course, learning something more before I can truly take action.
The Coaching Style:
How do you innovate with coaching your clients?
The more I dig deeper into the coaching industry, I realize there are so many different approaches and various advice.
I have the most respect for the coaches who “walk the talk” rather than trying to coach on what they haven’t done themselves yet.
Therefore, I only teach and have my clients do things I have done myself.
I have a holistic approach, we work to change things not only on a behavioral level but also mental and emotional level.
We use different mindset tools to get to the core issue of the problem and shift it into a positive momentum.
What’s unique about your coaching approach?
What’s unique about my coaching approach? As I mentioned earlier, I believe that changing things just on a behavioral level is not enough.
We need to also work on a mental and emotional level and even on a spiritual level. Yet, many people unconsciously think that they need to do more or find that one key strategy. And that will bring them where they want to be.
But to make significant changes that are beyond the level of starting to wake up one hour earlier in the mornings, we need to work with our limiting beliefs, release past emotional traumas and rewire our brain for a new identity.
When a client has a problem, I first look at what underlying beliefs they have about this sphere of life and what they think about themselves.
It is easy to notice through the language the client uses. It is not enough to change your actions, you also need to change your identity, the way you see yourself.
What benefits do your clients get after working with you?
When people work with me, they are experiencing a genuinely emphatic and tailored approach and my undivided attention to them.
Currently, I only work with clients 1 on 1. In the near future, I plan to launch a group program as well.
But working with clients 1 on 1 helps me to address their unique problems. By actively listening to my clients, I can guide them to become aware of past beliefs, improper reality perceptions, and hidden emotions that keep them stuck.
From there, we can start a true transformation to a new identity, the type of person who believes in themselves and takes the necessary action.
By leading my clients through this process, I can teach them the framework they can apply continuously in their lives instead of being a one time skill.
And we don’t just work with rewiring the brain, the goal is also to shift emotions. Because the mind can be thinking positive thoughts, but the body, the nervous system, is still attached to the same old emotions.
So we need to release and turn that around as well.
Do you use any specific tools to be efficient with your clients?
Yes, we do a lot of mindset work, exercises for goal setting and manifestation, such as Scripting.
We do a lot of journaling exercises so that clients can work more profoundly on the specific topic for the week, and I can pinpoint their weak points after checking this homework.
We also do breathing exercises to be more present and release tension, and guided visualization to create the “new version” of themselves faster, and several NLP techniques.
The Impact:
If you had a super megaphone that, when you speak into, the whole world will hear your message, what would you say?
I would say, “You are worthy, your time is precious, and what you can do when you follow your purpose is extremely valuable. Don’t you ever doubt that! And live every day as you would believe every single word of it.”
What is the greatest lesson you have learned in your life?
There have been many great lessons, but one significant that comes into my mind right away is how important our internal self image is, what we think about ourselves.
Like I mentioned, I have been working in direct sales during the previous summers in the USA. During the first summers there, I was struggling quite a bit in direct sales.
Any results I had were only the result of hard work.
It was around 2014 when I got first exposed to learning about limiting beliefs. I started to realize many negative beliefs about myself due to how my past experiences had conditioned me. I began to see how what I had so for thought about myself was not true.
Most of those beliefs about myself were not true. I had limiting beliefs that I am not communicative enough, not interesting enough, not confident enough, etc.
All those beliefs were impacting the way I was showing up with prospects. Because I saw myself as not confident, people also saw me like that.
And the reflection of that in their attitude made me feel more like that. I had to break that cycle.
I had to shift all my insecure identity to a version of Laine that is confident, interesting, and communicates well. I had to stop letting past experiences build up my identity.
When we change not only our actions but also the way we see ourselves, it opens up a whole new realm of opportunities.
I started to shift my beliefs about myself by turning my limiting beliefs into positive affirmations. I decided to show up with prospects by thinking and feeling like the confident version of me.
That made a tremendous difference, I led the conversation and close way more sales than before.
Your final thoughts?
I believe this is a time of significant changes in the world, and we can’t live anymore with the same old perception of reality and ourselves we have had so far.
We have to do the inner work to release the emotional traumas and limiting beliefs from them, anchor our confidence within instead of external things and people, elevate our mindset, and upgrade our skills. I believe every single person in this world feels deep inside that they are meant for something more than what they are doing right now.
The question is are they going to feed the voice of mediocrity that says to them, “It’s ok as it is,” or “I will make the voice of my purpose louder and louder until I am compelled to take action!”
Where Can You Find Laine Kaleja?
If you want to dive deeper into her work, you can check her website https://www.lainekaleja.com/ and learn all about how to update yourself to your greatest version.
It’s not just about thinking positive thoughts, or dealing with unwanted emotions, the greatest change comes when you change the beliefs and the image you have about your self. And she can help you exactly with that. It was an honor having this interview with her.
Fatigue may seem like a relatively mild health issue compared to certain other medical complaints, but it can be a really difficult and challenging problem to deal with, and there are countless people suffering from sleepiness on a regular basis.
There are many possible causes of fatigue, from excess stress to sleep apnea to the plain and simple fact that you aren’t getting enough rest with your current sleeping schedule.
Diet can also have a huge impact on this particular problem.
The human body needs the energy to move around and carry out its many processes, but if you’re eating the wrong foods or simply not eating enough, you may find that you tend to feel tired, worn out, or less energetic than you should.
This guide will take a look at some of the most recommended foods for beating fatigue and helping to get your energy levels up without any harmful side effects or risks.
The 6 Best Foods for Beating Fatigue Naturally:
1. Fresh Fruits and Veggies.
One of the best ways to improve your diet and start reducing your risks of fatigue is to add more fresh fruits and veggies to your daily meals.
Try to opt for seasonal produce to guarantee freshness, and choose organic ingredients when possible for added quality too.
Fresh veggies and fruits are filled from top to bottom with vitamins, minerals, and key nutrients.
2. Foods That Are Not Processed.
A big part of the reason you might be feeling so fatigued is that your current diet could contain a large number of processed foods.
Processed foods include things like candies, cereals, certain meats and cheeses, a lot of frozen goods, and so on.
These meals are high in preservatives, salt, additives, and other unhealthy ingredients. Find fresh, non processed foods instead.
3. Lean Meats.
Many people like to eat meat and it can be a great part of a balanced, healthy diet, but you need to be careful about the sort of meat you eat.
Red meats like beef are quite high in saturated fat and can contribute to feelings of fatigue.
Nuts and seeds contain huge amounts of energy in the tiniest little packages, and just a handful can really give you a nice boost when you feel like your energy levels are running low.
This is why hikers and outdoor enthusiasts often carry nuts and trail mix pouches on their adventures, and you might like to do the same if you’re looking for a healthy, high energy snack to beat the blues.
5. Oats.
Looking for a good breakfast cereal alternative that doesn’t contain all of those preservatives and sugars?
Oats might be just what you need.
Seen as one of the best breakfast foods by many experts, oats and oatmeal are super ways to start the day.
They’re an example of a slow burning energy source that will keep you feeling full and energized for much longer than most other foods.
6. Chia.
Chia seeds are widely seen as one of the so called “superfoods” that have surged in popularity in recent years, and it’s easy to see why.
These tiny seeds may seem simple on the outside, but they have amazing levels of nutrition packed inside.
Just a couple of spoonfuls of these seeds can give you huge amounts of energy and healthy Omega 3 fatty acids too.
What about drinks?
1. Caffeine Free Drinks.
When looking for a little energy boost in the morning or to get them through a long day, many people turn to caffeinated beverages like coffee and energy drinks.
While these drinks are useful in moderation as a quick “pick me up”, they do have a lot of downsides and can actually make you feel more worn out in the long run.
Choose caffeine free alternatives like natural juices and smoothies.
2. Pure Lemon Juice.
This is something that can give you a boost of energy unlike anything else.
It’s sometimes even more effective than coffee to shake you up and get rid of your fatigue.
This drink is high in Vitamin C and it’s really refreshing in hot days.
3. Water.
We’ve already spoken about the importance of avoiding things like sodas and energy drinks, but it’s particularly important to ensure that you’re getting enough water each day.
Water is the most important resource of all for the human body, playing a huge role in countless bodily processes.
If you get enough water in your system, you’ll feel better and more energized in everything you do. Often times when you feel anxious or down, drinking just one glass of water can lift your mood up.
What You Need to Remember?
Being careful with what you eat and drink is one of the best ways to beat fatigue and improve your life, so find some ways to add these foods to your diet today.
You want to keep your body in solid, working order. Part of that is making sure you see a doctor regularly and follow their advice. But who has time for all of that in the modern, constantly moving world?
With online and virtual doctors now more widely available, thanks in no small part to the ongoing pandemic, there’s no reason not to take the time to see a doctor.
All you need is a phone or computer, a good internet connection, insurance, and a selection of reputable online doctors. From there, you can get treatment for a wide variety of common, non emergency conditions, obtain antibiotics or online prescriptions, and even obtain urgent care under some circumstances.
Virtual doctor’s visits go beyond these common conditions, often being able to treat more troublesome ailments as well.
To get a better idea of how effective virtual doctors are, here’s a breakdown of five other conditions a virtual doctor can provide treatment for.
5 Things Virtual Doctor Can Diagnose:
1. ADHD.
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, or ADHD, affects millions of people every year.
ADHD treatments can benefit from increased communication and therapy, something which telemedicine and telehealth both provide.
Evidence shows cognitive behavioral therapy, a therapy helping you understand negative thinking and develop coping strategies, may be as effective or better than in person therapy.
Telemedicine is especially effective at managing and following up with an ADHD treatment.
A reputable service like https://everydaydoctor.com/ has extensive information available about the subject and other conditions, in addition to allowing you to find a doctor, set an appointment for the same day, and even get a prescription, depending on what your state allows.
3. UTI’s.
Urinary Tract Infections, or UTIs, can happen to anyone, occurring in the kidneys, bladder, or urethra.
They’re painful and unpleasant.
They can be caused by a number of different infections, including cystitis and urethra infections.
Symptoms of a UTI can include but aren’t limited to the following: Burning during or after urination, Constantly needing to urinate, Unable to urinate, Pain in your pelvis, Foul smelling urine, Discomfort in the urethra for men.
A UTI can be a painful experience, so getting them promptly treated is essential.
So how does something like that work during an online doctor’s visit?
In the absence of urinalysis, a qualified and board certified doctor will speak with the patient via the telemedicine interface.
The doctor will ask laser focused, specific, and extremely targeted questions to determine if you have a UTI and will prescribe the appropriate antibiotics if needed.
They’ll send the prescription to your local pharmacy, where you can often pick it up the same day.
4. Erectile dysfunction.
Erectile Dysfunction, or ED, is a common and potentially embarrassing problem for men, with more than three million cases each year.
This might not seem like something a virtual doctor can address remotely, but the truth is quite the contrary.
The most common are: high blood pressure, obesity, and heart disease, all of which can cause blood flow issues to the area.
In a telemedicine appointment for this issue, you’ll speak directly with a physician about the issue and possible treatments.
They’ll evaluate your medical history and speak with you at length about the condition to determine how best to address your particular needs.
During the appointment, they’ll advise you on what course of action you should take and maybe prescribe medicine.
Remember that with telemedicine, the doctors are board certified, everything is confidential, handled with discretion, and HIPPA compliant.
So, you’ll be receiving the same quality treatment from a virtual doctor as you would from a physician in person.
5. Anxiety.
Maintaining your mental health and wellness is just as crucial as keeping your physical health in good shape.
Everyone has times when they feel anxious, panicky, or depressed. Luckily, telemedicine has doctors available to help talk you through these issues and treat some of these serious conditions.
Anxiety treatments are typically therapy intended to help you work through and process the issue.
Most commonly, a combination of psychotherapy and medication is typically used to treat mental health conditions, including anxiety.
With teletherapy, however, they may take a different approach depending on the type of anxiety and your personal needs.
In fact, it’s a very personalized experience, and teletherapists will create a custom treatment to adequately suit your needs.
There are a few specific treatments a teletherapist might use: Cognitive behavioral therapy, Exposure therapy, Dialectical behavioral therapy, Psychoanalytic therapy, Interpersonal therapy, Acceptance therapy.
Each of these come with their own strengths and weaknesses, but it ultimately depends on what type of treatment your teletherapist develops for you.
Teletherapy works the same way as a virtual doctor’s visit, after all, it is a virtual doctor’s visit of sorts, with the same high privacy standards, type of environment, and technological requirements.
Rodolfo Parlati is one of the coaches we found and we did a little interview with him. He impressed us with his humble approach and positivity. Here is what he said.
Meet Life Coach Rodolfo Parlati:
Name: Rodolfo Parlati Pillar: The Mind Who is this coach for: For anyone who wants to overcome insecurity, stress and reach their goals in life. How they can help: He will help you unleash your real potential.
First of all, how are you and your family doing in these Pandemic times?
Fine, thanks. We didn’t let pandemic affect our lives too much.
How does the coronavirus pandemic affect your clients? Did it affect you at all?
Pandemic worked a bit as a “spirit level” for everyone. It put us at the same level, in a certain way.
The difference is in how you faced it, and your attitude towards it.
You can choose to let it overcome you, or exploit the opportunities that this situation hides.
What are the biggest lessons that you learned in this pandemic?
Surely, the best lesson is that some opportunities can hide even in the most troubling situations. If you can see them, you can seize them.
The Origin:
Tell us about you, your career, how you started with your coaching career?
Well, I began my studies at University and obtained a degree in Business Administration. Shortly after, I was employed in the administration field of a company and, paralelly, I began to dedicate myself to marketing activities.
I discovered coaching after having lived a very troubled period of my life. At a certain point, I decided that some things had to change, mostly in my mindset and attitude.
I approached personal development and coaching and began a personal path in which I achieved a higher level of self awareness and motivation.
Thus, the choice to redirect my career towards coaching.
Now, I’m a happy and proud Professional Coach.
What was your biggest obstacle that you had to overcome in your life that made you who you are today?
I was a very shy kid, and this influenced my adolescence very much.
Shyness and insecurity prevented me from taking chances and facing setbacks.
After experiencing theatre acting, I acquired a different perception of myself and my inner potential.
Before then, I could never have believed in being able to stay on a stage and speak in public! Experiences like this can change your life.
Many years later, Coaching had a similar positive impact on me.
The Coaching Style:
How do you innovate with coaching your clients?
I don’t consider myself an “innovator”.
I like helping people be happy and successful by discovering their potential and find together the right way to fully exploit it.
What’s unique about your coaching approach?
Coaching is a very powerful tool that helps people achieve their personal and professional goals.
When I work with my clients, I help them create meaningful actions to achieve their goals, understand what is holding them back, and I support them in holding themselves accountable to take action.
What benefits do your clients get after working with you?
My clients experience improvements in their self awareness, work life balance, leadership skills, productivity, time management, goal achievement, and stress reduction.
Do you use any specific tools to be efficient with your clients?
Nothing in particular. My tool is the questions I make.
The Impact:
If you had a super megaphone that, when you speak into, the whole world will hear your message, what would you say?
You are extraordinary because you are unique. Find your purpose, and live the life you want to live.
What is the greatest lesson you have learned in your life?
Always being positive, and taking action to follow your dreams.
Your final thoughts?
I believe in a future in which people and organizations have the chance to attain the goals they desire, feed their motivations, and reduce stress. A future in which people are aware of their big inner potential.
Where Can You Find Rodolfo Parlati?
If you want to dive deeper into his coaching work you can check out his website at Rodolfo Parlati. He will help you shape and achieve your goals.
You can also schedule a free consultation call and see if you are a good fit to work together. For us, it was an honor interviewing him.
Caffeine use is increasing worldwide and so is the attention being paid to its detrimental effects.
As noted by researchers, caffeine is often consumed for benefits like concentration and memory enhancement, as well as the improvement of physical performance.
With concerns increasing over the excessive consumption of coffee, caffeinated teas and the onslaught of energy drinks and caffeine laced supplements, folks are looking for ways to improve their energy without turning to caffeine.
In this article, we’ll explore simple caffeine free tips and tricks to boost energy, like using CBD products and drinking cold water.
We’ve separated them into routine and habit adjustments and on the spot body hacks so you have long and short term solutions.
The 6 Best Ways to Improve Energy Without Coffee:
Long Term Solutions
When looking for ways to boost your energy, it’s important to take a hard look at your routine and habits.
Often, you’ll find some huge red flags that will tell you exactly why you need energy from an outside source like caffeine to begin with. There are also those who claim that coffee in small doses is actually good for you.
And from all that noise we are unable to decide once and for all “is coffee good or bad for you?”.
One thing is for sure, you don’t need to depend on coffee to have energy.
A few small tweaks and adjustments to your routine and habits and you won’t have an energy deficit to begin with.
1. Sleep More.
Everyone is always telling you to sleep more. Sounds nice, but how do we make that lifestyle adjustment?
Here are a couple of practical habits related to your devices that are negatively impacting your sleep time and cycle.
First, make a rule for no screen time for an hour before bed to help settle and quiet your mind.
And before that, or if you must use the device, use the blue screen filter or blocker which helps prevent insomnia.
Both of these habits will help you sleep more and better.
And beyond the device dilemma, you can also try natural, non habit forming supplements like CBD tinctures and melatonin to help you promote calmness and get you into the best headspace to have a restful night of sleep.
2. Stretch Regularly.
Try adding stretching into your morning routine as soon as you get up, as well as throughout your workday.
Stretching helps to relieve fatigue by increasing blood flow throughout your body, including to tight muscles.
It can give you a boost in the morning or during that afternoon slump that may replace your need for coffee.
This can be especially important if you’re sitting at a desk or performing a lot of repetitive motions during the course of your workday.
3. Set Work Timers.
It’s important to give yourself small periods of rest throughout the day to avoid overwork and fatigue.
If you never feel tired to begin with, you won’t have a reason to reach for the cup of coffee. One popular method is the pomodoro technique.
Set a timer for 25 minutes and work continuously.
Then, take a 5 minute timed break.
Do this for your entire workday and you’ll see that your energy will stay high and you’ll actually be able to accomplish more.
Short Term Solutions
Regardless of how well you’re working on setting yourself up for success with great habits, there will come a time when your energy is going to dip.
Maybe you didn’t sleep quite as much as you had planned because of a sick kid or a pressing work deadline. Or maybe you haven’t been as diligent about stretching and taking breaks like you should.
No need to worry because here are some quick solutions that you can make use of when your energy reserve is low and you need that boost.
4. Get to Know Your Kiss Spot.
You’re probably thinking, “My WHAT spot?”
Also known in acupuncture as GV 26, this is a point located under your nose and above your top lip, right in the center.
An acupuncturist will activate this point to help restore mental focus and calm the mind of their client. You can do the same by pressing firmly with the tip of your finger on this spot for about 60 seconds.
Afterwards, you should feel a boost in alertness.
Whether you’re feeling drowsy behind the desk or the wheel of your car, it’s a simple body hack that can really help.
5. Drink Water.
Chances are if you are feeling low on energy and fatigued, your body is also in need of a good dose of H2O.
Try experimenting with the temperature of the water. Some people feel that a glass of ice cold water is great at restoring mental alertness, while others prefer room temperature.
Regardless of what you opt for, just keep the water flowing! And if it’s hard to remember or track how much water you’re getting, use an app to help you.
Many can be set with reminders and customizable counters that will ensure you’re getting what you need to get you through your day.
If you’re unsure about how to use essential oils effectively, you have a few options.
Some people may inhale them directly from the bottle, but most will prefer adding them into a diffuser or specially designed humidifier with a designated tray for distribution into the air.
You can also mix them with a carrier oil, hand cream or even body wash for an invigorating shower.
Just be aware that if you have pets in the vicinity that essential oils need to be used with caution, as many have negative effects for our furry friends.
One last mistake a lot of people make:
When it comes to energy not eating enough is self sabotaging.
Caffeinated drinks are often also sugar bombs that will give you a temporary boost and a fierce crash, as will snacks and meals high in refined carbohydrates like pastries, breakfast cereals and other processed foods such as potato chips.
By fueling your body with the right material, you’ll be ensuring it has the energy to get you through your day.
Maureen Scanlon is one of the coaches we found and we did a little interview with her. She impressed us with her innovative ways of helping her clients fully accept themselves. Here is what she said.
Meet Life Coach Maureen Scanlon:
Name: Maureen Scanlon Pillar: The Spirit Who is this coach for: Anyone who is willing to become who they really are and learn to love themselves. How they can help: She helps you to find acceptance and validation for who you really are in an innovative and unique way, customized to each individual.
First of all, how are you and your family doing in these Pandemic times?
I’ve really enjoyed the aspects of the pandemic that shifted our focus to the things we value most: our health and our families.
I was fortunate enough to have my grandchildren staying with me and we had a lot of fun using our imaginations and spending quality time together.
How does the coronavirus pandemic affect your clients? Did it affect you at all?
The pandemic was a great way for people to evaluate their lives. I drew in quite a bit of new clientele due to this.
It really helped me with patience. I learned more mindfulness and living in the moment.
What are the biggest lessons that you learned in this pandemic?
Pre pandemic I was hesitant about using technology to connect, I had always felt I needed to be in the presence of others to feel connected.
I was so wrong!
I have learned to embrace the convenience and blessings of video and social media.
I have made genuine, ongoing, friendships with others I’ve never met face to face.
The Origin:
Tell us about you, your career, how you started with your coaching career?
I always say I’ve been life coaching before life coaching was a thing.
I started the business aspect of coaching 4 years ago which evolved to writing 2 books and speaking.
What was your biggest obstacle that you had to overcome in your life that made you who you are today?
Learning to see myself as worthy and lovable was my biggest challenge.
From my upbringing to dysfunctional and abusive relationships, I realized it was my choosing these experiences that had to change. I had to finally understand the “why” and then accept the lesson.
The Coaching Style:
How do you innovate with coaching your clients?
Every client is unique and so is my approach to helping them.
I ask clients to do “out of the box” methods such as theme songs and happy altars as well as to try uncomfortable things.
I once asked a client to yell out of her car window during a session in the parking lot of her employment, “I am amazing”. She laughed and felt really good.
What’s unique about your coaching approach?
As described in a Google review of my business, a client said, “It’s like talking to your mom, or that one cool aunt always know just what to say”.
I feel that my genuine desire to build the trust and relationship with clients is so crucial to the success.
What benefits do your clients get after working with you?
My clients will get a deeper understanding of themselves, learn acceptance, self love, and build a confidence they didn’t have previously.
They will be empowered to make choices that are best for themselves, letting go of others’ expectations or needing validation from others as well as learning how to cope with ongoing life struggles in the future.
Do you use any specific tools to be efficient with your clients?
I have quite a few tools that help my clients.
I use a thought record process, a life wheel, and a false belief exercise that are game changers!
I also provide weekly emails about success and goals!
The Impact:
If you had a super megaphone that, when you speak into, the whole world will hear your message, what would you say?
My message is always that we all want the same thing: acceptance and validation.
Loving ourselves must be our dominant thought, for we can’t love and help others until we love ourselves fully.
What is the greatest lesson you have learned in your life?
The greatest lesson for me, comes from a quote I recently found, author unknown “Do not try to mend bonds you didn’t break”.
I had always been a people pleaser and tried so hard to serve others even when I received nothing in return, thinking it was my fault and that I had not done enough to receive love.
Your final thoughts?
If I can leave this with one thought: If it feels good do it, if not, you have a choice to disengage and focus on only that which feels better.
Finally, have mercy, grace, and patience with yourself, you are a human having human experiences, remember it is all about whether you are learning a lesson or teaching one.
Where Can You Find Maureen Scanlon?
If you want to dive deeper into her work you can check this video. She shares a little bit about her book that has one of the funniest titles I have ever heard, you can get on Amazon.
