Carrie Jo Coaching

11/10/2025

Lately, life’s been moving fast — and yet, in the middle of it all, I had this dream last night that stopped me in my tracks.

I dreamt of my grandma, who’s been gone for what seems like forever ago.

She greeted me and my family with open arms and the biggest hug, like she’d been waiting for me.

It felt so real …. peaceful, grounding, and filled with that kind of love you can still feel when you wake up.

And I couldn’t shake the feeling that she was reminding me of something I needed to hear:

🌟 Slow down. Remember what matters. 🌟

Because honestly? It’s easy to get so caught up in doing — working, managing, parenting, producing — that we forget to check in on who we’re becoming.

We chase the next goal, the next obligation, the next to-do list…but when was the last time you paused long enough to ask yourself:

✨ What actually lights me up?

✨ What would make me feel truly alive again — not just busy?

✨ Who am I beyond the titles and responsibilities?

🌟 Who is Important to me? And am I making time for them?

This dream was my reminder to pause the hustle, reconnect with my purpose, and make sure I’m spending my time on what truly matters.

So if you’ve been running on autopilot lately maybe this is your nudge, too.

Take a breath. Step back. Remember what’s important to you and what lights you up.

Because life isn’t just about where we’re going. It’s about who we’re becoming on the way there. 🩵

11/07/2025

11/07/2025

When I work with clients, we start by measuring their energy patterns. It's the real data (science) behind how we lead, react, and show up under stress.

Because when you can see how your energy shifts, you can change it.

That’s the power of my Spark Starter Session — a research-backed Energy Assessment and private coaching debrief that helps you reconnect with your spark and rebuild confidence from the inside out.

💡 $99 through November 15
✨ Online assessment + 60-minute coaching session
⚡️ Personalized energy profile + reset plan

You don’t have to push harder — you just need to understand your energy better.

Start now!

https://bit.ly/spark-starter

11/05/2025

☀️ Shorter days
🍂 Less sunlight
😩 More overwhelm

But here’s what most women don’t realize:
It’s not just seasonal.
It’s energetic.

I use a research-backed tool called the Energy Leadership Index that measures how you show up — both when things are flowing and when life feels like chaos.

It’s one of the most eye-opening assessments I’ve ever used with clients.

This month, I’m offering a Spark Starter: Energy Assessment + Reset Session for just $99.

You’ll walk away knowing exactly what’s draining you, what’s driving you, and how to shift back into alignment.

👉 Ready to see your energy through a whole new lens? Let's get started.

https://bit.ly/spark-starter

11/03/2025

The clocks change, the daylight fades, and suddenly… motivation goes missing.

If you’ve been feeling like your spark went into hibernation, I’ve got something for you.

My Spark Starter: Energy Assessment + Reset Session helps you:
🌙 Understand what’s draining your energy
☀️ Reconnect with what drives you
💫 Build simple shifts to feel more grounded + in control

This is the tool I use with clients to help them break free from survival mode and get their spark back.

$99 through November 15 — then it’s gone.

https://bit.ly/spark-starter

10/31/2025

Anyone else feel like they wear a few too many masks?

The “I’m fine” mask.
The “I’ve got it all under control” mask.
The “I’ll be happy when…” mask.

This time of year we dress up for fun, but let’s be honest — most of us wear masks all year long.

What would it feel like to finally take one off?

DM me to learn how.

https://www.carriejocoaching.com/contact

10/29/2025

This Halloween, I’m talking about the real masks women wear.

🎭 Perfection.
🎭 People-pleasing.
🎭 Pretending everything’s fine.

They help us fit in, stay safe, keep the peace.
But they also hide our power, our truth, and our joy.

If you’ve been feeling stuck, burnt out, or just… off —
it could be a mask.

✨ Take it off. Step into your truth. ✨

And because courage deserves to be celebrated —
I’m offering buy 2 months, get 1 FREE coaching package if you sign up by October 31.

You don’t need to be perfect to be powerful — you just need to be real.

Comment "take off the mask" for more info or DM me

10/28/2025

Lately, I’ve been thinking about how hard it is to know what to do when people around you are struggling ... especially during health scares, layoffs or big life changes.

If you're like me, you care and you want to help. But sometimes it’s hard to know what that actually looks like.

It’s easy to feel helpless when we don’t know how to show up in a way that actually helps.

Here’s what I’ve learned as a coach, a friend, and a human who’s been on both sides of really hard seasons.

1. Don’t underestimate the power of presence
You don’t need perfect words.
You don’t need a detailed plan of how to help.
You just need to be there.

A text that says, “Thinking of you. No need to reply.” can mean more than a long conversation full of advice. Sometimes the best support is quiet, consistent presence.

2. Don’t rush to fix what can’t be fixed
When people we care about are hurting, our instinct is to make it better (at least mine is). But pain doesn’t always need fixing. Sometimes people need to 'feel the feels' and just want to be heard.

Try: “That sounds really hard. I’m here for you.”
Avoid: “You’ll find something even better soon.”

One brings comfort. The other skips the emotion.

3. Help with the heavy stuff
When someone’s going through a divorce, layoff, illness, or loss, they’re not just hurting emotionally. They’re also juggling logistics, finances, and everyday life.

Instead of “Let me know what you need,” try something specific:

“Can I drop off dinner next week?”
“Would you like me to review your résumé?”
“Can I share your post with my network?”

That level of clarity turns intention into impact.

4. Your support shouldn’t end when the initial crisis fades.
Often after the initial tough news, people stop checking in. But that’s typically when the loneliness and helplessness sets in.

Set a reminder a few weeks out. A simple “Hey, just checking in ... how are you holding up?” can make someone feel remembered and seen.

5. Check your own energy first
If you’re running on empty, it’s hard to give genuine support. It’s okay to take a breath, regroup, and come back when you can show up from a grounded place. Compassion doesn’t mean carrying it all.

6. Be generous, but realistic
Not everyone can donate, offer jobs, or make introductions. That’s okay. Support looks different for everyone. Listening, sharing resources, or sending encouragement all matter.

If you can help someone professionally, do it. If not, your compassion is still valuable.

Showing up for others isn’t about fixing their situation, it’s about reminding them they’re not alone in it.

And the secret to doing that well?
Care deeply, but carry lightly.

If you are going through a difficult time, please reach out. I’m happy to help however I can — even if it’s just listening, making a meal, driving you somewhere or connecting you with someone in my network.