VOICES FROM THE COMMUNITY

I did not know I would benefit so much from Odelia’s coaching sessions until I experienced a month-long coaching series with her.  It was my first time meeting with a coach, and I wasn’t exactly sure what to expect.  I didn’t even know what I needed support on.  At our first virtual session, she created a comfortable setting to talk.  We began by exploring what was happening in my current life.  From there, we identified an aspect I felt stuck on: I was moving to a new city and I wanted to declutter and organize the items I wanted to keep; however I didn’t know what items in my home to take with me or let go of. 

With Odelia’s thoughtful questions and visioning process, she was able to draw out from me the values that mattered most to me in a home, and in the rooms I was setting up (including a day care nursery room).  She walked me through an envisioning exercise where I imagined the feelings, textures, and sounds in the future nursery room.  I reflected and shared my answers.  Then, to my surprise, she replied, “Now you know what you want and do not want in your nursery room”.  I instantly felt more confident in my process to determine what items I owned that would bring my vision to life (keep), and which items would hinder from the vision (let go).  

The coaching experience with Odelia was enlightening, as she assured me that I hold the answers, rather than seeking answers from her or elsewhere.  We all hold the answers!  She helped synthesize my thoughts, and when I was unsure about something, she offered suggestions on a framework to consider.  It was all very helpful in preparing me for my move. 

Most importantly, I discovered that making time to reflect, wonder, and set intentions alongside a supportive coach like Odelia empowered me to come up with realistic solutions I felt good about.  I recommend anyone interested in understanding more about themselves and who they want to become to connect with Odelia!

-Connie, Oakland, CA