Doris Garrett shared their story and experiences with us recently and you can find our conversation below.
Doris, a huge thanks to you for investing the time to share your wisdom with those who are seeking it. We think it’s so important for us to share stories with our neighbors, friends and community because knowledge multiples when we share with each other. Let’s jump in: What is something outside of work that is bringing you joy lately?
Walking with my dog at the beach. Breathing in the ocean breeze, the scent of sea and salt, and watching the dolphins play and seeing the birds dancing in the sky.
Can you briefly introduce yourself and share what makes you or your brand unique?
I was born and raised in a small Alpine Village in Austria. I worked as a skiing instructor, a snowboard instructor, a flower designer, a fashion model, and an office manager. “I enjoy the experience of working with different people and different personalities in all walks of life”.
Since 2002 I have been living in Southern California and have two wonderful daughters from her first marriage.
My passion is my family and nature. I love to travel and enjoy occasionally visiting elementary schools to tell very old European stories to the children.
Why did I choose Relationship and Separation Anxiety Coaching?
When I was eight months pregnant with my second child, I was preparing divorce paper. Thousands of emotions surrounded my broken heart. The situation was giving to me, not against me. As I helped myself, I started to get inspired to help others. This inspired me to start my company, Ocean Soul Life Coaching.
Separation, anger, guilt and frustration, for example, are very strong emotions that can keep you from attaining the life you wish to have.
I focus with my clients on solutions rather than on problems.
We collaborate to discover which tools work best for you so that we can start releasing the negative energy from the emotion that has kept you stuck.
The purpose of this is to unlock the molecules of emotion in your personal sphere that have locked the pattern of behavior in place.
It is my intention to be your partner in moving towards the life you most honestly want, personally and professionally.
Through a transformation process in which we will utilize the appropriate tools, my desired outcome for you is that you will feel worthy and ready to have the courage to live your life to its fullest potential.
I can coach you to: look forward, act focused, and enjoy life.
My business, Ocean Soul Life Coaching, has sessions available in both English and German, and sessions can take place over the phone, in nature, or in my office.
Doris has published two books. The Butterfly Book – Das Schmetterling Buch, has 5 stories in English and German. It is a philosophical book for all ages.
Her Second Book with coauthor Linda Meighan is called Soon to be Ex-Wife Cookbook. This book is a mix of healthy and crazy recipes, with cat food, dog treats and fish flakes. It also includes wisdom, uplifting words, and tips and tricks for body and soul.
Thanks for sharing that. Would love to go back in time and hear about how your past might have impacted who you are today. What did you believe about yourself as a child that you no longer believe?
As a child, I believed I had to please everyone and always be nice, even if it meant my own feelings and thoughts did not matter. I no longer believe that.
When you were sad or scared as a child, what helped?
When I was sad or scared as a child, I would talk with my guardian angel. I’d make space for my angel beside me, and that always made me feel safe.
Alright, so if you are open to it, let’s explore some philosophical questions that touch on your values and worldview. What would your closest friends say really matters to you?
Kindness, trust, respect, and a good sense of humor.
Thank you so much for all of your openness so far. Maybe we can close with a future oriented question. If you retired tomorrow, what would your customers miss most?
My uplifting and inspiring personality.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://www.oceansoulcoaching.com
- Instagram: dorislifecoach
- Facebook: Ocean Soul Life Coaching
