Hi there, I’m James Garside - a men's coach and workshop facilitator. I help people who are struggling to find meaning and purpose in their life, work and relationships.
I came to this work through my own long-term existential crisis and feelings of dissatisfaction at the contribution my career in advertising was making to society.
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Wesley Brown
James delivers thought provoking and interesting courses that help you embrace the brilliance of life.
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Uran Apak
James has been very supportive in terms of clarifying my core values and my vision as an artist. He helped me identify all the steps I need to take in the short and long term to realise my creative aspirations. What initially felt like far fetched dreams started becoming achievable targets using a step by step approach. More...
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Ed
Life Coaching
James came into my world at a transitional and pivotal moment as I was on the cusp of making several significant decisions about how to move forward with my life, and I feel so grateful for his guidance.
Not knowing what I really needed he made a safe space for me to vulnerable and talk about a wide range of challenges including careers, faith and life in general.
His personality is deeply compassionate, gentle and encouraging, and I loved our time together.
I will continue to work with James, and would highly recommend his services to anyone who is looking for practical guidance, or something more spiritual.
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What do you love most about your job?
I get to watch people giving themselves permission to go after the life of their dreams.
What inspired you to start your own business?
I came to this work through my own long-term existential crisis and feelings of dissatisfaction at the contribution my career in advertising was making to society. My disillusionment led me to explore every technique, workshop and healing modality I could get my hands on for the best part of a decade, in an attempt to overcome my own demons and discover who I truly am and what I stand for. Through this journey I experienced such a profound shift in myself and the way I saw the world that I've made it my mission to help others release the burden of their own suffering, so they can live a more meaningful, connected and joyful life.
Why should our clients choose you?
If you feel like there must be more to life and are done playing small. I'm here to support you confront all the ways you're holding yourself back from going after the life of your dreams. It is not unreasonable to expect meaning, purpose and joy in your work, relationships and everything you do. You can have whatever you want – it’s your life.
Can you provide your services online or remotely? If so, please add details.
Coaching sessions are held remotely over Zoom, or from my studio in Peckham, SE London.
Finding Meaning
Meaning is unique for all of us and often borne of our unique experiences and most challenging moments. I can help you integrate your personal story to find the meaning and purpose contained within.
Confronting Fears and Insecurities
We can choose our perspective on everything life. Our fears can control us and keep us down, or they can guide us to the path of growth. I can help you to gently face and move through your fears so that you can harness them for your benefit.
Clarifying Personal Values
Realising what is truly important to us, or what we would like to stand for, is the first step towards knowing and trusting ourselves. I can help you get crystal clear on your intrinsic values so that they can guide your decisions towards more meaning and fulfilment in all aspects of your life.
Regaining Motivation
We're going to fall off the wagon, a lot, in life. The real practice is simply how quickly we can get back on each time we fall. One of my core life mantras is, "Fail and recommit, fail and recommit". I can help you get back on track.
Planning and Taking Action
The path to self-realisation is long and fraught with dead ends. We chart course as best we can and keep moving forward. I can help you clarify your long-term goals and break them down into actionable daily habits so you can track your progress in real-time.
Working Through Blocks
Resistance tells us we're not good enough, that we should procrastinate, or not even bother trying. The thing is, I see resistance as a sign we're doing something important - if we didn't care about something, we wouldn't feel the pressure to take action. I can help you unpack the blocks that keep you stuck, so you can keep making progress towards the life of your dreams.
