Bonzai Aphrodite » coaching http://bonzaiaphrodite.com Socially Conscious, Totally Fabulous Sat, 28 Dec 2019 15:55:02 +0000 en-US hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.5.1 My Coaching Practice Is Growing – And Spots Are Open For November and December! http://bonzaiaphrodite.com/2013/11/my-coaching-practice-is-growing-and-spots-are-open-for-november-and-december/ http://bonzaiaphrodite.com/2013/11/my-coaching-practice-is-growing-and-spots-are-open-for-november-and-december/#comments Mon, 18 Nov 2013 08:32:29 +0000 Sayward http://bonzaiaphrodite.com/?p=13737 Feinblatt_20130918_25788
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Hello All! I just wanted to make this quick post and let you know that I’ve got a few spots open for Lifestyle Coaching in November and December.

I never do these kinds of posts because I really abhor this stuff, this awful sales-y stuff. I’m just rotten at it and I always feel like an awkward fool. Some people are so gifted with graceful self-promotion – and I am not one of them!

BUT, the other day I was getting ready to do a live radio interview discussing vegan pregnancy, and I was scared. I mean shaking, clenched jaw, dizzy, SCARED. And I was trying to talk myself down and I asked myself, “Wait, so why are you doing this?” And the answer came so easy – it’s because I want to help people be confident in their vegan pregnancies! Simple as that. And when I realized that, something clicked and suddenly it wasn’t about me or my ego, it was like – “I have this information that people want and need, of course I should share it!”

So that became my little mantra before the show, and it totally calmed me down, and the interview went well.

And I realized the same thing applies here, with my coaching practice. I’ve been doing this a few months now, and the feedback from my clients is consistent across the board. In their own words:

“Sayward, you ROCK! This stuff is amazing!! You seriously do not charge enough for your services. Seriously.”

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“You really hit the nail right on the head with the info I was seeking on my two big questions . . . You figured out exactly what I was asking and got me the information I thought was probably out there but didn’t know how to find, and even better found information I couldn’t have even imagined.”

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“. . . but seriously Sayward, in all walks of my life it seems almost impossible to find people who take pride in their work, are passionate, over deliver (or deliver at all) and are good people – and you offer all of that and more. “

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I am so humbled and honored by this feedback. And proud – yes proud! – to be able to do such important work and as it turns out, to do it well! I have so much gratitude, so much excitement. And I want more work!


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photo by Erin Feinblatt


So if you’re interested in coaching, I would love to hear from you. My clients live all over the country and all over the world, because I work entirely via email and phone. I’ve have omnivorous clients looking to eat a more healthy, whole-foods (though not necessarily vegan) diet, and I’ve had clients that need help transitioning into complete ethical veganism. I’ve helped people lose weight and helped people address disordered eating. I’ve worked on meal plans with pregnant ladies, and helped mothers feel confident feeding their kiddos a super-healthy, super plant-strong diet. And of course, I’m always eager for a new challenge!

Shoot me an email and we can chat. I’d love to hear from you, and I would genuinely love to help you live a healthier, fuller, more vibrant life. Nothing would make me happier!

info AT bonzaiaphrodite DOT com

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Back to regular posting this Wednesday. Love you guys!

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]]> http://bonzaiaphrodite.com/2013/11/my-coaching-practice-is-growing-and-spots-are-open-for-november-and-december/feed/ 14 My Big Coffee Shop Bulletin Board On The Internets http://bonzaiaphrodite.com/2013/09/my-big-coffee-shop-bulletin-board-on-the-internets/ http://bonzaiaphrodite.com/2013/09/my-big-coffee-shop-bulletin-board-on-the-internets/#comments Mon, 16 Sep 2013 06:59:50 +0000 Sayward http://bonzaiaphrodite.com/?p=13313 Sayward Flyer

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Little by little, I continue to grow my coaching practice. And I love it! Every time I pick up the phone for that first call with a new client, I get a rush. And every time I say goodbye at our final session, I feel overcome with gratitude. I have found so much joy in this work, and from what my clients tell me, I’m pretty dang good at it too! Which is so awesome.

I’ve been working on this flyer to put up around town – you know, at the yoga studios and the juice joints, the hippie restaurants and the hipster hangouts. And then I thought, well why not share it here, at my Big Coffee Shop Bulletin Board On The Internets?

So there it is. I’m currently looking for new clients and I sure would love to work with you, or someone you know. Feel free to pass the info along to any veg-curious friends or family members, or share/tweet/broadcast it across social media/whatever suits your fancy. From the bottom of my heart, I sure would appreciate it.

I’ll be back on Wednesday with a real post. In the mean time – THANK YOU!!!

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I am so excited to begin this new chapter in my life and career! And I can think of a million directions to go – a million directions I intend to go. But to begin with, I’m in the process of setting up a simple and straightforward coaching practice.


What a vegan lifestyle coach canNOT do: Diagnose, treat, or otherwise attend to medical issues, illnesses, or conditions. Act in lieu of a doctor, naturopath, dietitian, nutritionist, or other health care specialist. Prescribe medication.

What a vegan lifestyle coach CAN do: EVERYTHING ELSE! A VLC works closely with their clients, defining goals and then creating a uniquely-tailored plan of attack. Be it weight loss, healthier habits, “greening” up your home and wardrobe, or simply bringing some excitement back into your kitchen. Whether you’re a vegan wanting to clean up your eating, a vegetarian ready to take the plunge into veganism, or an omnivore who’s just looking to add more plants to your life, a VLC will provide a personalized program designed for your specific situation. No judgement, no outside agenda. It’s all about making YOUR life work better for YOU. And I can’t wait to do that!


My coaching practice will “soft launch” in mid-April with major early-bird, I’m-still-getting-the-feel-for-this specials. I’m already receiving inquiries (thank you guys!) and discounted spots are limited. So, if you’re interested in hearing more about my coaching programs and pricing, feel free to email me at info AT bonzaiaphrodite DOT com.

And thank you, thank you, thank you for all the support. I hope you enjoyed reading about my MSVA experience, I had so much fun re-living it. You guys are awesome – I just can’t tell you how much I appreciate you. Have a great weekend!

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