Christelle!
Before we rush into “fixing” what’s not working, let’s pause for something far more powerful: imagining what could be.
Most of us rarely give ourselves permission to do that. We’re too busy reacting to what’s in front of us (work deadlines, bills, responsibilities) to stop and ask:
👉 What do I actually want my life to taste like?
This week, we’re diving into the first step of designing your life: imagining the “dish” you want to eat.
I still remember when I finally asked myself that question. For years, I was following a path that looked “good” on paper - stable job, steady income, clear progression. But inside, something felt flat, like a meal that filled me up but left me unsatisfied.
It wasn’t until I paused to imagine a life with more creativity, more connection, and more freedom that I realized what I was craving. That simple act of imagining became the spark that guided every decision that followed!
💬 “The way you framed goal-setting with the meal metaphor really stuck with me - I’m still thinking about my ‘Alfredo sauce’ and how to refine the recipe.” - Cynthia, Stylist & Business Owner
🍴 A Coaching-Infused Reflection: Imagining Your Dish
If your life were a dish, what would be on the plate?
What would your core ingredients be - the non-negotiables that sustain you (health, finances, meaningful work)?
What personal twists would make it uniquely yours - creativity, curiosity, travel, learning, laughter?
What ambience would make it deeply satisfying - calm mornings, stimulating conversations, supportive relationships?
During one of my recent workshops, Baylee pictured her life as a Vietnamese noodle dish - precise and consistent, but with a fiery surprise! It reflected her desire for both stability and disruption: a life where she knows what to expect but still leaves room for adventure.
And Carla imagined a mix of sushi, paella, and seafood - a plate full of variety and unexpected flavors. Her dream wasn’t about one perfect plan. It was about exploration, creativity, and joy.
✨ This isn’t about figuring everything out. It’s about listening to those quiet cravings - the ones that hint at a life that would feel more like you.
🥄 What’s ONE action you can take after this reflection?
Today, don’t solve or plan anything. Just dream!
Journaling prompt (save this or do it right now):
🍅 What are my core ingredients - the essentials that keep me grounded?
🌶️ What are the flavors and twists that make life exciting?
🪩 What ambience makes my days deeply enjoyable?
If you’re stuck, start by thinking about food! 🍝
What flavors do you love? What do you avoid? What makes a meal memorable - the company, the atmosphere, the care in preparation?
This gentle reflection is often where clarity begins - not in fixing what’s wrong, but in daring to imagine what’s possible.
☕ Let’s Keep the Momentum Going
If this reflection sparked something in you, even a tiny curiosity, we can explore it together.
Let’s have a 30-minute conversation about what you really want and how you might start building it, one small step at a time:
Then just schedule a call with me here!
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To a life that’s seasoned just right,
Christelle (Self-Leadership Awakener – Coach, Facilitator)
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