Sharon Norton-Marshall shares her journey from being a decorator for 25 years to becoming a health coach focused on improving the mental health and well-being of decorators and tradespeople. She discusses her personal struggles with mental health, the importance of active listening, and the need for mind expansion. Sharon emphasizes the significance of nutrition and supplements in maintaining health, particularly for women experiencing hormonal changes. The conversation also touches on the balance between her dual roles as a decorator and health coach, highlighting the importance of self-care and community support. Laura and Sharon discuss the balance between indulgence and achieving health goals, the importance of nurturing clients through their journeys, and the significance of movement and recovery in maintaining physical health. They explore how spraying has revolutionized the decorating trade, allowing for better time management and improved mental health. Along with the evolution of community support among female decorators. Finally, they share quickfire questions that reveal personal preferences and insights into their experiences in the trade.
Key Takeaways
- Sharon has been a decorator for about 25 years
- She transitioned to health coaching to help tradespeople improve their lives.
- Mental health is a significant issue in the trades community.
- Active listening is crucial for emotional support.
- Women face unique health challenges, especially during hormonal changes.
- Sharon enjoys working with clients on weight loss and health improvements.
- It's essential to get regular health check-ups and blood tests.
- Health should be prioritized over appearance in the journey to wellness. It's all about balance when it comes to indulgence and health goals.
- Small changes can lead to significant health improvements.
- Spraying can enhance efficiency and mental well-being in decorating.
- Finding joy in work is crucial for mental health.
- Sharing experiences can help others in the industry.
- Time management is essential for decorators to maintain work-life balance.
- Community support among tradespeople is invaluable.
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Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Decorating and Health Coaching
02:13 Mental Health Struggles in the Trade
05:22 The Importance of Normalizing Conversations
09:03 Active Listening and Emotional Awareness
11:47 Women’s Mental Health and Hormonal Changes
16:02 Health Coaching: Client Profiles and Approaches
24:41 The Role of Supplements in Health
36:24 Balancing Decorating and Health Coaching
40:33 Cravings and Comfort Foods
43:56 Injury Management and Strength Training
47:36 The Transformation of Mental Health through Spraying
52:38 Finding Balance in Work and Life
58:22 Community and Support in the Trade
01:04:02 Resilience and Learning from Setbacks
01:09:22 Future Aspirations and Trade Insights
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