If you are health challenged or a caregiver here are some questions to ponder...

If you answer yes to one or more of the questions below and want to make changes, working together in a coaching relationship may be just the solution!

To contact me, send an email to
sharon@lifeisagift.com or call (206) 527-5927

Health Challenged
1. Are you feeling overwhelmed with the largeness of life?
2. Do you often wonder "why me"?
3. Are you having difficulty accepting what the doctors are telling you?
4. Do you feel that no one knows how you feel?
5. Do you feel your disease is more than you bargained for?
6. Do you feel you can't seem to communicate clearly and calmly with family and friends?
7. Do you think you might be too absorbed in your health issues?
8. Do you have concerns about your ability to work?
9. Do you feel differently about yourself? (lower self esteem, more self-conscious, change in personal body image or sense of attractiveness)
10. Do you feel you have lost control of life as you know it?

Caregivers
1. Have your roles and responsibilities in your family changed?
2. Do you feel like you are losing who you are in caring for others?
3. Are you having trouble talking with your loved one about their health problems?
4. Do you feel limited by your partner's health?
5. Do you feel like your participation in life has come to a halt?
6. Are you unclear about what exactly your responsibilities are in caring for your loved one?
7. Do you feel alone?
8. Do you feel discouraged because you aren't able to openly talk about changes or frustrations?
9. Do you feel powerless and stuck in your situation?
10. Do you need an un-involved listener?

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For more information or to set up a free consultation contact Sharon by email or phone
~~ sharon@lifeisagift.com~~
(206) 527-5927

Copyright Sharon Pahlka 2006

"I'll have to try it or all my life I'll wonder."

"I am amazed and inspired by Sharon, whose health challenges spanned many years.

It's a special kind of person who not only perseveres, but also turns adversity around to make a positive impact on others who face similar challenges.

She's walked in the shoes of the chronically ill and knows the myriad of emotions that accompany each step of the way.

Her gently strength, faith, caring warmth and delightful humor are evident as she brings out the best in others."