Life coaching For Women

Funded through the HSE National lottery Grants 2023 & 2024

Thanks to Shannon Engine Support Limited for their support in 2023-24.

Life Coaching for Women
'Promoting Positive Change'.

‘Life coaching supporting positive change’ aims to support 12 women living in the Shannon Community that meet the criteria for the programme to explore the current challenges in their lives and offer them an opportunity to engage in three professional personal development workshops as well as individual 1:1 life coaching sessions to assist them in identifying and developing a supportive step by step plan for positive change in their lives.

The purpose of providing this programme is to support the participants to break down challenges in their lives and develop individualised step by step action plans that each can adopt to begin to make positive choices which will aim to improve their lives and their families lives for the better as a result.
The life coach will seek to build up the participants confidence and self-awareness and help them to identify their go to coping mechanisms and decide if these are healthy or unhealthy and support them to identify and develop alternative coping strategies for dealing with life events into the future. The theme of self-care and wellness will be evident throughout the workshops and 1:1 sessions also.

Criteria for being accepted on the course.
Minimum of 12 female participants aged 18+

Participants must have a desire and a willingness to change areas of their life that they are finding hard to manage or cope with at the moment and be open to sharing and listening to a professional life coaches feedback in tackling these issues.
Must be available to attend 4 x 2 hour workshops over a 4 month period.
Must make themselves available to attend at least 4 one to one life coaching sessions with the professional life coach either face to face or online over the course of the programme.
Must take part in pre and post evaluations with the life coach to track changes throughout the participants journey.
Be open to new experiences and have a willingness to learn and develop new skills and get to know new people also.

**Participants are required to complete at least 1 individual 1:1 life coaching sessions either online or in person with Kasia between each workshop.**

Total Cost to Participant €50 (€20 deposit to secure place).

Congratulations to our 4th group of wonderful women who recently completed their Life Coaching Journey with Kasia at
Shannon Family Resource Centre. (May 2024).

Words from previous Life Coaching participants.

I have decided to take part in this program as my counseling was finishing up, and I was suggested to sign up for this program. It’s surprise me that it was actually a program that was to do with more than mental health side. There were tips and advice on building boundaries, gaining skills in communication, relationships, and general life hardships. A pleasant surprise in the end!!
What I found different about this program was how Kasia is so open and naturally warm and understanding, but frank, without coming across fake or OTT. I also hugely respected how Kasia hammer down the fact that it’s OK to say no or sit out on any exercises or practices. I have gained more awareness to the importance and normality of saying no to things we don’t want to do or don’t feel comfortable doing. The understanding that no matter how different we all are we are doing our best dealing with our own stuff. I would recommend to family or friend, they would learn how to share with people more, connect with others, learn healthier coping mechanisms for everyday situations and relationships’. Pip (Nov 23)

I loved the openness and honesty from people, the empathy, being heard.
I have found happiness within and learned how to do more for me. I learned it’s OK to say ‘no’, to take myself away from toxic people when possible and that I can let go and just let things work out.’ Sorcha

I decided to take part in this program to further my own personal growth. I’m surprised how the visualization exercises have been so helpful for me. What stands out about this program was the one-to-one sessions. I love them. Also, exploring different options and solutions. Kasia is very kind and always thoughtful. My biggest take away from the program is that I’m enough and I’m going in the right direction. I would absolutely, hundred percent recommend this program to a friend.’
Susan

I took part in this program as I felt lost at that time. The program has exceeded my expectations. I felt it was brilliant, very clear and easy to understand too. I’ve gained a lot of calm and a great group of new friends. My family has got their mom back! During the individual sessions I learnt different ways to work with my emotions and how to do it all by myself. I gained more self-belief as well! I think every woman should have this kind of knowledge that we got in this program, and I would love to have more sessions. Kasia (May 24).

I have found strength within myself to embrace change and reject what no longer serves me". Alice

I took this program because certain areas of my life were causing me mental instability. I needed guidance from a nonmedical perspective, which isn’t the key to dealing with long-term mental issues. The program had a very holistic approach. Kasia, as well as the whole group of amazing ladies, made every session feel like home. I’ve gained massive progress in my personal growth. The individual sessions were helpful, loads of uplifting energy! Kasia is a master of turning storm clouds into rainbows! I would recommend this program to every woman who got stuck in a dark place, and struggles with loving herself. Maja (May 24).

Kasia’s core values are exceptional. It couldn’t have been as good or beneficial without her. I was surprised how deep it was, how healing for the mind and spirit. I feel more self aware, I gained confidence physically, mentally and emotionally. I would definitely recommend this program. You will become more self-aware and empowered. Kasia is a legend. Annie

I felt I needed to change my mindset and let go of things that were out of my control. I learnt to open up a lot more and to trust. I learnt how to cope a lot better when I’m in the stressful situation. I have gained so much through this group. I have begun opening myself up for new experiences. I was told about this program through a close friend of mine and I would 100% recommend it to my friends. Thank you Kasia.’ Edel (Nov 23).

I decided to take part in this program, because of personal issues and unresolve traumas, ongoing difficulties in recognizing myself. What surprised me about the program was how thought-provoking it has been. I was surprised with my ability to reflect, as well as my capacity for change. What I found different about this program: there was no pressure to ‘perform’, I had the freedom to become myself.
I have gained confidence and self validation abilities. I have gained power over my emotions, including the awareness to recognize them. I would absolutely recommend this program. Every woman should complete this course. Teenagers would especially benefit. Women who have experienced the good, the bad, and the ugly! I loved attending.’
Anonymous

The program popped up on my Facebook feed at the right time, just when I needed it most. It was more than I had expected. It was truly amazing. The individual sessions were the highlight for me as I had the time to sit and reflect and understand what was going on in my body and what came up for me by giving myself that time. The one-to-one sessions were enlightening for me as well as all the reflections, the breathing exercises. I definitely feel more confident, I believe more in myself and my goals. I feel more free! I feel I’m more understanding and I value my family even more. I see clearly that they are always there for me. I would absolutely recommend this program. There’s so much positivity to be gained from completing the same. Fiona (May 24).

This is an amazing programme that I would highly recommend to anyone, a journey of self awareness and growth. Eilish (Nov 23)

I decided to take part in this program as I was on my self-discovery journey and I felt it was my next step. I really enjoyed this program. I learned and developed a sense of achievement when things were becoming overwhelming in life. I have gained tools to put boundaries in place in everyday life, and a sense of pride and belonging in myself. The knowledge I have gained and my personal growth and development I can now share with others and support them. Individual sessions were warm, welcoming. Kasia helps you feel calm and relaxed. Leah (May 24)

Funded through the HSE National lottery Grants 2023