My Blog
Things to ponder...
In This Time of Uncertainty
I almost didn't write this post. I mean, here we are in the middle of a pandemic, when you might expect a pervasive mood of doom and gloom. Instead, I see people thinking positive, reaching out to help each other. People establishing their own self-care routines,...
What Do We Need Now?
At the beginning of the pandemic, I worried that people would freak out. I thought we would all need new kinds of support and special self-care. But that's not what I'm seeing. Turns out that the first principal of coaching really is true: "People are naturally...
Welcome to Fausta’s Place to Ponder
This video post is an introduction to the work I'm doing with Compassionate Professionals and the concept behind the work at Fausta's Place to Ponder. Transcript: Hi! Welcome to Fausta’s Place to Ponder. I’m Fausta Luchini, a holistic life coach, and I work...
Your Own Place to Ponder
When stress is unrelenting, you can't think. You probably know what stress feels like. Your breathing gets shallow. Your heart rate speeds up. You may feel hot. These are some of the signs that your body is ready to respond to danger. It’s the classic...
My Values & Beliefs
We're all in this together
Our culture is quick to teach us how to shame and blame ourselves and others, when really, we're all doing the best we know how to do. Working with me, you get in touch with your own deep wisdom. You follow the path to find your own center so you can stand, solidly grounded, confident in the unique gifts you bring to others.
Perfection is not the goal
We are all doing the best we know how to do. Recognizing that, letting go of the belief that we can or should be perfect, begins the journey of building compassion for ourselves and others.
Everyone needs a place to stand, to take a step back
The journey starts with having a space where you can be open about what you’re thinking and feeling. A space where your feelings will be recognized and valued. A space where you can sort through your thoughts and explore what you really believe, what you value, and how to live a life that lets you shine.