testimonials

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Pam’s Rewriting Your Story: From Self-Criticism to Self-Compassion group coaching program changed my life. I have always been hard on myself for not being perfect, especially during the most difficult times. Although I knew that I wanted to treat myself better, I didn’t know how to. Pam’s coaching program showed me the way and taught me that I am worthy of self-love and self-care, just as I am! 

Every week, we learned about an aspect of self-compassion and then she provided action steps for practice. Having specific things I could do, in addition to understanding the concepts, made a big difference for me. Whether it was reminding myself of what was going well or noticing when I was spending too much energy trying to make others happy, I saw progress every week! 

Pam was very encouraging and reminded us that even 1% is progress. I soon started to notice big and small ways in which I was treating myself with more kindness. And when we met as a group, we celebrated the changes we were seeing in our lives. That gave me more confidence on my path to greater self-compassion.

I highly recommend enrolling in the Rewriting Your Story: From Self-Criticism to Self-Compassion coaching program! You’ll be glad you did! 

-- Brooke, IL

This fall, I found myself struggling to navigate a ‘new normal.’ Between becoming an empty nester, facing my partner’s sudden health crisis and approaching my own retirement, the life I had worked so hard for didn’t look the way I had planned. A friend recommended Pam and from our very first meeting, I felt a sense of relief. 

Pam guided me through small, actionable steps to address issues that had previously seemed insurmountable. She helped me reframe my mindset, teaching me to recognize and replace negative thought patterns with positive statements. This shift allowed me to be kinder to myself and more empathetic toward others. 

One success that I attribute to Pam was when I used her suggested approach to a difficult conversation with my daughter and it ended up being one of the most heartfelt talks that we have ever had. 

Through our sessions, Pam made me feel truly seen and heard. I now have the tools to face uncertainty with less anxiety and a future filled with hope rather than fear.

-- Amber , IL

 Before coaching with Pam, I was always tired – and had been for a long time. 

Pam helped me see that my mental clutter and second-guessing were a big cause of my fatigue. She taught me to notice the negative things I was telling myself and reframe them.

Working with Pam, I learned to trust myself and focus on what makes me happy. When I began to notice something good that happened each week, it changed my perspective.

Now I second-guess myself much less. Before, I expected myself to make perfect decisions. Now I recognize that I do the best I can – and that’s good enough!

What I loved most about coaching with Pam is that she a great listener and always encouraging and supportive. Now that I’m taking time for myself and getting in touch with my authentic self, I have a lot more energy!

-- Susan , IL

When I started Pam’s Thriving Through Life’s Transitions program, I was feeling lost and alone. My self-esteem was in the dumps and the negative self-talk was slowly destroying me. I saw Pam’s program as a lifeline and I grabbed it for all it was worth. 

Together we came up with some very specific goals to get me feeling more like myself and more at peace. Week after week we worked on those goals - especially the mental clutter.  Then suddenly it was the end of our sessions and I looked back and realized I had transformed! Just like the Monarch butterfly that was once a caterpillar, crawling on a milkweed, I had learned to spread my wings and fly. 

I said goodbye to the people, and the negative thoughts that no longer served me and once again felt light and free and happy. 

You don’t have to suffer in silence. Let Pam show you how to untangle your messy mind and be free once again. Sometimes we can be our own worst enemies. Let go as I did and let Pam’s proven techniques help you get your life back on track. Life is too short to waste a minute dwelling on the past.

-- Debi , IL

 Before coaching with Pam, I not only struggled with poor eating habits but also being in my head too much. I was always trying to guess what others were thinking about me. It was exhausting and stressful. I'd been that way for as long as I could remember, so in the beginning, I was skeptical that anything would change. But Pam was very encouraging and had the ability to listen and ask me questions that made me think.

Since coaching with Pam, I've been able to let go of the negative thinking and just be me. I had two goals: to be free to be who God created me to be and to experience more joy in my life. 

Today, I have more confidence, energy, and joy. One thing Pam said that really resonated with me was that, all people are interesting. I thought I was boring, and that's why people didn't like me. But that kind of thinking was like a self-fulfilling prophecy. When I got out of my head and was just me, I found that people seemed to like me more. And I wanted to know them (because they, too, were interesting). That built my confidence and gave me more energy and joy. Learning to eat healthier and drink more water also helped with sustained energy.

What I love most about coaching with Pam is she is so encouraging, and a great listener. She is very knowledgeable and asks great questions. She made me feel like I was interesting and helped me focus on the things that went well. Pam is very good at what she does and I would recommend her to anyone looking to transform their health. 

-- Lynn, IL

Pam has truly changed the way I see things. I will always be a work in progress, but I’ve learned to give myself grace, slow down, and use tools like breathing exercises, reframing, gratitude, and even something as simple as drinking more water to stay balanced. 

What I loved most about Pam was her ability to help me see the potential within myself. Her coaching has opened my eyes to new ways of living, and I highly recommend her to anyone ready for lasting change.

-- Brandi, IL

 Before coaching with Pam, I struggled with self-doubt, fear of the future, and feeling unfulfilled.   I felt like I was constantly in a cycle of uncertainty and lacked confidence in my abilities.  While working with Pam,  I embraced the importance of being present, letting go of fear, and finding joy in simplicity. This realization was freeing and empowering.   I was able to be honest with myself and Pam's accountability is what I needed to continue my transformation.

What I loved most about coaching with Pam is her ability to help me see beyond my immediate fears and challenges. Pam’s approach is encouraging and uplifting, helping me find my own voice and passions again. Pam's support helped me see that I was stronger than I realized. 

The turning point was realizing that my biggest obstacle was myself. Pam's coaching helped me get out of my own way, embrace failures, and find joy in the little things. Her support has been a guide, helping me navigate through uncertainty and find peace in the present moment. 

I appreciated Pam’s ability to guide me through transformation while allowing me to remain the leader of my journey. She helped me discover my own path, encouraging me to overcome challenges and view things from a fresh perspective. Now, I feel more grounded and joyful. 

--  Tina, IL

Before coaching with Pam, I felt like a black cloud was over me, and it completely drained me.  I felt restless and had no energy to take care of my health.  I wanted to work on the clutter in my home, but I felt overwhelmed because I did not know where to start, so I did nothing. 

Pam helped me start taking small steps with decluttering.  I worked on it for 15 minutes at a time.  I was making progress, and it felt great!  This improvement in my home made me feel more self-confident and empowered, knowing that I could do it!  My energy increased, and I was also able to think more clearly and make better decisions.  I went from hating my house to enjoying it more!

I also began to take control of my health and made my health a priority, and it made such a difference!  I learned it is okay to say “no” if I want to and to set healthy boundaries because my health is important.  I am taking more time for myself and my passions and friendships, and that is helping me feel more alive and energetic!

What I loved most about coaching with Pam is that she made me feel worthy again. I began to enjoy life and find the positive side of my situation.

-- Carol, IL

Before joining the "Rewriting Your Story: From Self-Criticism to Self-Compassion" group coaching program with Pam, I struggled with low self-worth and negative self-talk. I had become a shell of myself after giving up so much of who I was to save a failing marriage. Pam taught me multiple ways to see the truth of my self-worth and how to reframe my negative self-talk into true and kind statements. 

Using my daily affirmations and reframing my inner thoughts, at first seemed like it wasn’t doing anything, it felt fake. But, I kept doing it little by little each day, staying consistent, and I found that after a while it didn’t feel fake anymore, in fact it felt like the truth and I believed it. 

Pam continued to support and encourage me throughout my transformation and always seemed to know the exact right time to reach out and give me an extra little encouragement. I always felt like I had an understanding community to turn to with the group sessions, and hearing about what other ladies are going through and how they are applying Pam’s lessons was helpful and encouraging. 

Pam’s program has had a lasting impact on my daily life. I use her lessons and techniques daily and I find myself to be a much more positive and upbeat version of myself. I know my value and my self-worth have returned. I feel like myself again. Thank you, Pam, for lighting the path back to truth and happiness for me!!

-- Nicole, IL

 I am 100% confident that committing to Pam Miller's Thriving Through Life’s Transitions program was one of the best decisions I have ever made. 

Before coaching with Pam, I struggled with healthy work life balance and allowing the rigorous demands of my profession to negatively impact my health and well-being outside of work. Pam taught me healthy habits that have not only helped me during our coaching sessions but are also proven skills that I will continue to adapt in my life indefinitely. 

The three most significant results I've experienced from coaching with Pam are feeling more positive, having more energy, and experiencing less stress. What I loved most about working with Pam is that she caters her program to your specific needs and concerns, is easily accessible outside of coaching sessions, and provides regular check-ins. 

Pam's sessions work and I recommend to anyone thinking about hiring a Life Coach to work with Pam! You will not be disappointed.

-- Ashley, IL

Working with Pam as my health coach was truly life-changing for me. I began the 12 week coaching program as a mom of two young children at a time when I felt very personally depleted and burnt-out due to health challenges others in my family had recently gone through and the personal toll it had taken on me as well.

Through Pam's excellent questions and her commitment to helping me "dig deeper" to find the real answers within myself, I completely expanded my definition of health from just a number on the scale to a truly all-encompassing definition. She helped me re-discover just how greatly my emotional, mental and spiritual health matter and the high impact they have on my overall health (including the physical). I learned to set goals based on what I truly need in that particular season of life and not just what I think my goals "should" be based on external influences. 

Even after completing the 12 weeks of coaching sessions with Pam, I have been so motivated to continue taking more action to prioritize my physical, mental, emotional and spiritual health - which has led to great things for both me and my family. I've gone from feeling like a burnt-out mom to an empowered, energetic force to help myself, my family, and others create a healthier future!

-- Heather, IL

Before joining Pam’s “Rewriting Your Story: From Self-Criticism to Self-Compassion” group program, I struggled with feeling negative and critical of myself. I also compared myself to others, and all of this just made me feel exhausted. I was hopeful that things could change from being in Pam’s group, but to be honest, I was skeptical because I had been like this for a while.

To say that I am amazed at the changes I experienced over these past 6 weeks would be an understatement! 

I started practicing some of the action steps that Pam recommended, and my mindset shift started happening! I became aware of my negative thoughts and learned tools to reframe them into more positive/compassionate/kind statements and to be able to “turn down the volume”, which means their effect on me lessened. 

I started saying positive affirmations every morning, and while it was awkward at first, I soon began believing what I was saying, which then created more positive thoughts toward myself. By practicing these tools and others, my overall attitude became more positive, I have more energy, feel calmer in my mind and body, and don’t feel guilty anymore for taking time for myself. 

The best part of the group experience was seeing that there are others who feel like I do - that I wasn’t alone. 

--  Sasha, IL