What I Had to Unlearn as a Health Coach
I thought structure and discipline made me a better coach—until I realized they were harming my clients. Here’s how culturally relevant teaching changed everything.
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The Beliefs I Had to Unlearn as a Health Coach | How Culturally Relevant Teaching Helped Me Rebuild Trust with My Clients
When I left the Marine Corps and became a health coach, I carried with me a strict, disciplined view of what “healthy” should look like. My plans were rigid, high-protein, and performance-focused—because that’s what worked for me. But the truth? That mindset wasn’t just ineffective for many of my clients—it was harmful.
In this video, I share the moment I realized my coaching was more about my own beliefs than my clients’ lived experiences. I talk about the shift toward culturally relevant teaching, what it looked like in real time, and the powerful results that came from listening, co-creating, and respecting my clients’ cultural context.
If you’ve ever questioned whether your coaching or education style is truly inclusive, this video is for you. You’ll learn how to shift from a one-size-fits-all mindset to an approach that centers your clients’ values, needs, and realities—without burning yourself out or starting from scratch.
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