Lauren Malach Coaching
500 King Street West, Suite 300 Toronto, ON, Canada

In Western culture, we hold the belief that once you reach a certain level of professional accomplishment and financial security, you'll achieve happiness and fulfillment. But... many of us reach the place of "having it all" and we're not happy or fulfilled.... Tune into The Wayfinding Podcast this week to hear about: - my story of "having it all" (except the happiness), - the nagging question that prompted action, - the Happiness U-curve, - and, a question to help you get to the core of what might be missing. . . . . . #lifepurposecoach #selfdevelopment #personalgrowth #selfmotivation #selfawareness #careercoach #midlife #midlifejourney #midlifecoach #midlifewellness #midlifewisdom #midlifewoman #midlifeinfluencers

Wow. You really blew that! Who do you think you are? Be happy with what you have. Lookin a bit chunky and old these days, huh.... If you said any of these phrases to a friend, they’d probably punch you in the face and never talk to you again. So, why do you talk to yourself this way? Don’t want to burst anyone’s bubble here but... Self-criticism is about as effective on you as it is on others. So, next time you notice yourself uttering internal: - threats, - commands, - judgements, - or, monitoring your weaknesses or mistakes Ask yourself: how would you talk to a friend in the same situation? Then, alter your tone and talk to yourself as if you were your own best bud. Because, you gotta be.

A while back I asked about career conundrums you wanted my take on in the podcast. I got amazing ideas from y’all including: What if the job I want to do won't pay the bills?... What if I take a stretch role and don't like it? Can I walk back gracefully or should I move on? How can I reframe career setbacks? Listen to my responses to these puppies today on The Wayfinding Podcast. And comment below with what resonates and doesn’t. I’d love to hear YOUR take. Tune in on Spotify, Apple or Google Podcasts or via the in my bio.

Don't bother scrolling for jobs on LinkedIn until you have clarity on several key elements. In this episode of The Wayfinding Podcast, I share the Career Wayfinding Checklist. A list of the essential insights you need to chart a meaningful direction forward and market yourself along the way. Stream and subscribe to The Wayfinding Podcast on Apple, Google or Spotify. Or via the link below. ... https://www.laurenmalachcoaching.com/podcast-1

Whether it be progressing on the career path you're on or blazing a new trail altogether, the #1 obstacle to moving forward is most likely... You. Namely, the beliefs you hold about yourself and the negative inner monologue that says you're not good enough.... So I'm sharing one strategy I use to coach myself when my inner critic tries to obstruct me. Check out this week's episode of The Wayfinding Podcast wherever you stream podcasts, or directly on my website https://www.laurenmalachcoaching.com/podcast-1

"How do I find the courage to make changes in my career or go out on my own?" This is one of the most common obstacles my clients face. It's an obstacle I'm constantly maneuvering around in my career as well! Managing fear is a practice. And it helps when you know both the practical and soulful ways to build bravery.... So that's what I'm sharing in this episode of The Wayfinding Podcast. "Building Bravery. How to Cultivate the Courage to Take a Career Leap." Tune in wherever you stream podcasts to learn about: - testing your ideas before you leap - how to figure out how much $$ you really need - the benefit of a backup plan - and how courage is really developed Or stream directly from my website https://www.laurenmalachcoaching.com/podcast-1

The danger in conflating your identity with your work is that when work isn’t going well, you feel unworthy. Like a failure. Letting work bleed into other areas of life gives it the power to drain energy from activities that might otherwise fuel and restore allowing you to contribute to the world around you. So remember,... You are not your work. You bring value to the world outside of your labour. You are far more beautiful and complex than your job title conveys.

"I don't deserve to be here, I am just the 'Girl Hire'." "There are other people who could do this job better than me." "People overestimate me. I'm really not that capable."... This is what Impostor Syndrome sounds like, and if you've had it, you know how crappy it feels. You doubt your skills, talents or accomplishments, and carry a persistent fear of being exposed as a "fraud." It's exhausting, disheartening and demotivating. And for the most part, it's a con. Imposter syndrome has nothing to do with objective measures of efficacy or accomplishment. Even the most competent and successful people fall for the malicious messaging. And it's not just an individual problem. Organizations suffer when their talented employees spend time dwelling on negative self-talk. So how does one manage this pernicious pattern of doubt? In this episode, I share 5 strategies to counteract Imposter Syndrome. Have a listen wherever you stream podcasts. And if you've used other effective strategies, please share them below in the comments. https://www.laurenmalachcoaching.com/podcast-1

I’m excited to announce The Wayfinding Podcast. A show that aims to help you move from surviving to thriving at work (and in life). The first 3 episodes drop today. ... If you’re curious about: - what the heck the show is gonna be about, - the one question you should ask before you quit, - or how to turn the job you have into the job you want... Then tune in wherever you stream podcasts. Details here: https://www.laurenmalachcoaching.com/podcast-1

Feeling disengaged at work? Craving that feeling of time standing still that comes when you’re fully absorbed in a task? Flow experiences happen when the challenge of the task is appropriate to your skill level.... If the task is too easy for your skill level, you’ll be bored or apathetic. If the task is way above your skill level, you’ll feel anxious. Frequent flow experiences correlate with greater satisfaction at work and in life. So... actively creating flow experiences is key to feeling fulfilled in your work. That all said, flow is found when you are intrinsically motivated to master the skills the task calls for. When it comes to flow, you can’t fake it to make it. If you want to find more flow at work, send me a DM to chat.

It was a year with many challenges. It was also a year we uncovered strength and resilience. When you think back on your past year what are you most proud of?... Let’s celebrate the wins however big or small together. Share yours in the comments

Stay attuned to your true self. The path will become clear. . . .... . . #quiet #careerdevelopment #worklife #worklifebalance #designingyourlife #purpose #calling #meaning #selfdevelopment #selfdevelopmenttools #trueself #selfcare See more

It’ll all work out. Plan for the worst, hope for the best that’s what I say. Do you see-saw between positive and negative thinking about the future?... This year, I’m going for neither. I’m not making positive or negative projections about 2021. If 2020 has told me anything, there’s both good and bad to be gleaned from even the darkest years. Instead, I’m approaching the future with a new mindset. It’s called Neutrality. I’m awaiting the future in neutral. I neither expect the best, nor the worst. It’s not an easy gear to be in. Certainly not one I’m used to. But I’m curious about it. It’s not passive. I’m still taking action to build my business and life in line with my hopes and goals. It’s just free from projecting or judging. It’s weird. And hard to get used to. But I’m kinda into it. What’s your outlook on the future? Is it different than in years past? . . . . . . #authentic #coaching #designingyourlife #slowliving #2020 #deepthoughts