Coach Minda

07/20/2026

A good reminder for all of us.

So much of our stress doesn't come from what happened—it comes from the meaning we automatically attach to it. Pausing long enough to question those stories can change how we experience our day. I am a big fan of the Stoic Journal on Substack

How Stoicism teaches us to protect the moment before the mind adds more pain to it

05/28/2026

When you’re feeling a bit blue or discouraged from not landing a job, read this article. I find it helps as a bit of a reset — especially around hearing “no” — so you don’t end up feeling so defeated by the process.

Desensitize yourself to "No's" and become unstoppable.

03/26/2026

Yesterday, I wrote a post about how a small shift during an e-bike ride—lifting my gaze from the ground right in front to the path ahead—made everything feel steadier, calmer, more manageable.

Today, I shifted my focus. Read this short post. Let me know what you think. www.coachminda.com/blog/shifting-focus

You can read the earlier post called Look Ahead, Not Down

Yesterday, I wrote a post about how a small shift during an e-bike ride—lifting my gaze from the ground right in front to the path ahead—made everything feel steadier, calmer, more manageable....

03/24/2026

It starts off easily on paved roads, until we hit the dirt path—long stretches of loose gravel. Suddenly, I’m struggling. I’m staring straight down at my front wheel, trying to correct for every tiny wobble from the rocks and stones. The more I try to control it, the more the bike seems to move underneath me. I can feel myself getting tense, overworking every little adjustment, and starting to worry about the many kilometres ahead.

Read my blog: Look Ahead, Not Down

We’re in the Azores on São Miguel for a winter getaway, and I decide to hire a guide to take us on an e-bike ride from Ribeira Grande on the north coast to Caloura on the south—cutting across...

01/12/2026

A new year is as good a moment as any to look at long-standing patterns—especially the quiet ones we barely notice because they feel so familiar. One of the most common patterns is our tendency to replay stories about ourselves and relationships.
These aren’t just memories. They’re narratives we build around strong feelings—about what someone did, what it says about them, what it means about us. We tell the story again and again, sometimes with small tweaks, but usually with the same conclusion.
This is what the mind does - it repeats, loops and runs the story over and over; not to discover something new but to help us make sense of a messy experience or feeling. In the moment, it feels productive. Stories give shape to feelings. But repetition is self-reinforcing. Even real moments of insight often get folded right back into the same familiar
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A new year is as good a moment as any to look at long-standing patterns—especially the quiet ones we barely notice because they feel so familiar. One of the most common patterns is our tendency to...

11/28/2025

These are undeniably challenging and heartbreaking times. Like many, I am deeply troubled by the state of world affairs (and those here at home), yet I continue to hold on to hope for change. I believe in our capacity to adapt, to support one another, and to keep moving toward something better.

I was saddened to learn of the passing of one of my all-time favorites, Jimmy Cliff. His music—full of hope, resilience, and joy—has been a companion through many chapters of my life. If you ever need a lift or a reminder of the strength of the human spirit, I encourage you to play songs like Many Rivers to Cross, You Can Get It If You Really Want, or I Can See Clearly Now.

Even amid uncertainty, there remains so much to be grateful for—not a day goes by when I don’t count my lucky stars. My work with each of you over the past year(s) has been deeply meaningful. Every day, I learn more—not only about who you are as individuals, but also about the beautiful complexity of humanity. We are all doing our best to lead good, meaningful lives.

As the new year approaches, I wish you, your families, your friends, and all those you love peace, health, happiness, and an abundance of good luck and good fortune.

My office will be closed from December 22, 2025 - January 2, 2026

hope you are finding your way over

11/24/2025

Farewell to one of my favorites -- Jimmy Cliff.

Purchase Jimmy Cliff CD's

09/05/2025

Ever wondered what coaching can actually do for someone? The answers are different for everyone.

Some people talk about finding ways to carve out time for meaningful work and cut through the noise. Others talk about learning to set healthy boundaries, shift how they show up in relationships, or find clarity during big life transitions.

If you’re curious about the range of possibilities, you can check out testimonials on

Montreal life-work coach offers career coaching to businesspeople, professionals or artists who need to become even more productive in the office, the conference room or in the studio… And, coaches people and families facing chronic illnesses.

08/27/2025

I often meet men and women who are bright, accomplished, and hardworking — yet behind the scenes, they feel weighed down by:

-- Overwhelm (too many demands, not enough time)
-- Self-doubt (second-guessing decisions or hesitating to act)
-- Procrastination + perfectionism (spending more energy avoiding than doing)
-- ADHD-like challenges (scattered focus, starting but not finishing)

If you relate to this feeling, know that you aren't alone. Your struggles aren't a sign of laziness or not being "together enough" but a misdirection of energy. When you discover the right strategies for your unique strengths, achieving your desires becomes a much more realistic possibility.

Here’s what I’ve learned coaching professionals:
🔹 Small, consistent steps matter more than perfect plans
🔹 Practical tools + compassionate accountability can break cycles
🔹 Coaching isn’t about “fixing” you — it’s about helping you reclaim clarity, momentum, and confidence

I believe high-value coaching should be accessible, not reserved for executives with big budgets. Smart people who care deeply about their lives and work deserve support, especially when self-criticism or endless to-do lists get in the way.

👉 If any of this resonates, know that you don’t have to keep pushing through alone. And if you’ve found ways of navigating overwhelm or perfectionism that work for you — I’d love to hear them in the comments

Enjoy these last warm summer days
— Coach Minda

08/15/2025

Summer update and new blog post

I hope your summer has been wonderful! Starting in September, I’ll be sharing my updated office days and hours—but don’t worry, if you already have a session booked, everything stays the same.

I also just published a new blog post on www.coachminda.com:
Coach Minda Blog: Scrolling, Snacking, Thinking: The Addictions We Ignore

https://www.coachminda.com/blog/scrolling-snacking-thinking-the-addictions-we-ignore

I’ve recently deleted my Instagram and Facebook accounts, but thanks to my website, I can still share posts automatically. If the blog resonates with you, I’d be thrilled if you shared it on your feed or in your stories.

And in the spirit of chasing a little dopamine hit… a like or comment would make my day!

Wishing you health, peace, and happiness,
Coach Minda

Being in nature and beauty - taking a break from our addictions