Once upon a time, a young man named David had always been a people pleaser. He wanted everyone around him to like him, so he often said yes to things he didn't want to do. David worked a job he didn't enjoy because he thought it was what he was supposed to do. He dated women he wasn't really interested in because David thought it was what he should do. He felt empty and lost but didn't know how to change things.

One day, David came across a quote that said, "Your inner teacher knows what you need better than anyone else." He couldn't get it out of his head. He started to reflect on what that might mean for him. He realized that he had been ignoring his inner teacher for years. He had been so focused on what others wanted him to do that he had lost touch with what he truly wanted.

David started to make some changes. He quit his job and started his own business doing something he was passionate about. He began to say no to things that didn't align with his values and priorities. David started dating a woman who shared his interests and values, and he was happier than ever.

It was challenging. David had to learn to listen to his inner teacher and trust himself. He had to push back against the expectations of others and stand up for what he believed in. But he knew he was on the right path, and that was all that mattered.

One day, David's business hit a rough patch. He wasn't sure what to do. He started to panic, and he considered going back to his old job. But then he remembered the quote that had started it all. He closed his eyes and listened to his inner teacher. And suddenly, he knew what he needed to do. He made some bold moves, took some risks, and his business bounced back more vital than ever.

David realized that following his inner teacher was the best decision ever, leading him to a life of fulfillment and purpose. He knew more challenges would be ahead but was ready to face them, knowing that his inner teacher would guide him.

Hi, Diamonds!

Have you ever found yourself feeling lost and disconnected from your true self? Are you looking for a way to make meaningful changes in your life? The answer may lie within you – by trusting your inner teacher and living with integrity.

Integrity is the key to finding true happiness and purpose in our lives. It involves being honest with ourselves and aligning our thoughts, words, and actions with our deepest values and inner guidance. David, a young man who was people-pleasing his entire life, discovered this after coming across a quote about listening to his inner teacher. He made bold moves that led him to success, fulfillment, and purpose.

Here are some strategies for following your inner teacher: practice mindfulness; cultivate self-awareness; clarify your values; listen to your intuition; act with integrity; practice self-care; seek support from those who share your values.

Taking these steps will lead us down the path of joy and meaning. So take a moment today to turn inward – trust that still small voice inside of you that knows what is best for you – it will lead you towards an authentic life of connection, joy, peace, insight, growth, and satisfaction.

Kalena James, iPEC-CPC, ICF-PPC, ELI-MP

Executive Leadership & Life Strategist Coach

LyfQuest LLC

Kalena James is a powerhouse of a woman. She has an innate gift for helping people grow and develop into their best selves. With over 2,000 hours of experience as a coach, Kalena is a highly sought-after multi-award-winning communication and business transitions trainer, keynote speaker, and 2x author. She is the owner of a new technology company called LyfQuest, which provides life coaches, trainers, and consultants with an innovative platform for streamlined relationships. An adjunct professor at Indiana Wesleyan University, where she teaches the foundations of life coaching for leaders who want to harness the art of influence using the power of coaching.

Kalena is truly dedicated to making the world a better place - she serves on the board of directors for St Vincent Hospital, has 12,000 hours of Change Management experience, and is board certified through the International Coach Federation. She has spent years observing creative leaders struggle with keeping great talent, directors who spend more time correcting bad behavior than directing it, and frustrated team members who are just not engaged in their work.

Kalena's message - "We must become the message of great leadership, not the messenger" - is the foundation principle for helping leaders who neglect this fundamental aspect of effective leadership. Her methods are exciting and coveted by many leaders who are looking to create a more positive and productive work environment.