Therapy for Breakfast, Anyone?
Imagine a morning where, instead of reaching for your usual cup of coffee or your phone, you begin your day with a moment of deep introspection. You start your day not just by feeding your body but by nourishing your mind. This might sound like a scene from a self-help book, but it's a reality that more of us are beginning to embrace—and for good reason.
The inspiration for this reflection comes from none other than Simone Biles, the legendary gymnast who won her fifth Olympic gold at the 2024 Paris Games. Before competing on the world’s biggest stage, Biles started her day with therapy, ensuring her mind was as prepared as her body. "I started off with therapy this morning. That was super exciting... I told my therapist I was feeling calm and ready," she said (Marie Claire Magazine) (Olympics). This was not just a random act; it was a deliberate choice to prioritize mental health as part of her preparation, highlighting the importance of integrating such practices into our daily routines.
Over the past decade, self-help has become a cornerstone of modern life. My bookshelves are lined with countless volumes of self-help literature, each promising to unlock some secret path to a better version of myself. I've poured my thoughts into journals, hoping to map out a clear path forward. These tools have been incredibly helpful, offering guidance and comfort when I needed it most. But at a certain point, I realized that there were limits to what I could achieve on my own.
This realization led me to seek out professional coaching, a decision that fundamentally changed my approach to personal growth.
