My Insights and Reflections on the Path to Becoming a Masterful Coach.

I started to write when I left my career in Insurance, in April 2021. I had never written before. These articles reflect my growth as a person and as a coach. I share my insights and realizations, as I continue to see past my old stories and beliefs about who and what I am. Beyond that narrative lies inspiration, possibility, freedom, and a chance to finally fulfill my potential. I hope you see something of yourself in them.

The Lies That Bind Us
Melanie Hopwood Melanie Hopwood

The Lies That Bind Us

We bind ourselves up in self-criticism and a distorted perception that limits our potential and keeps us small. But it’s possible to reclaim your power from the false narrative and stand in the truth of who you are.

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A Muddy Memory Brings a Fresh Perspective
Melanie Hopwood Melanie Hopwood

A Muddy Memory Brings a Fresh Perspective

So much of our adult life is colored by innocent associations our minds created and stored as children. We didn’t have the reasoning to process certain situations and so we have these deep rooted perceptions and beliefs that can hold us back from living a fulfilling, creative, productive life as an adult.

The other moral of this story is don’t look to your brother to pull you out of a muddy mess!

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There is More to Life Than Meets the Eye
Melanie Hopwood Melanie Hopwood

There is More to Life Than Meets the Eye

Relating to life as a journey of growth encourages us to look beyond what we see with our eyes. Beyond our physical reality lies peace of mind, trust, and confidence

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Understanding Your Shadow
Melanie Hopwood Melanie Hopwood

Understanding Your Shadow

Our past can cast a shadow on our present, I discovered this week that all my shadow wants is understanding and acknowledgment.

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