Human First, Life Coach Second: Do We Have Our Shit Together?

In this episode we explore the complexities of being human first and then being a professional second. Sam talks about how he is himself first and then a life coach second. We discuss the importance of owning one's humanness, and the continuous journey of growth. Sam shares his personal experiences, such as the need for external validation, and the impact of family dynamics on self-worth, and much more. The theme of this conversation centres around the idea of what it means to “have your shit together” and how this is defined, from Sam's perspective.

Chapters

00:00 Navigating Teenage Distress

24:14 The Challenge of social media

50:35 The Importance of Being Real

53:27 Reflections on Personal Growth

55:03 Defining 'Having Your Shit Together'

Keywords

mental health, wellness, coaching, personal growth, self-discovery, validation, human experience, helping professions,emotional well-being, journey, self-perception, external validation, therapy, vulnerability, authenticity