I’m a 30-year-old life coach dedicated to helping young people better understand the world around them and the world within them. My work is grounded in the belief that when we develop self-awareness alongside real-world understanding, we’re better equipped to live with clarity, confidence, and purpose.

I graduated from Western University in 2017 with a Bachelor of Management and Organizational Studies, which included an exchange semester at the City University of Hong Kong. Since then, I’ve built a career across finance and real estate in Canada and Australia. These experiences exposed me to high-pressure environments, professional communication, decision-making, and accountability — skills that are rarely taught directly, but are essential for young adults entering the workforce.

Outside of my professional career, travel has been one of my greatest teachers. I’ve travelled independently to over 80 countries across all 7 continents, forming meaningful relationships with people from vastly different backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives. Traveling alone pushed me to navigate unfamiliar environments, communicate across differences, and develop a deep appreciation for human connection. These experiences fundamentally shaped how I understand people, perspective, and what it means to live a life aligned with your values.

While traveling Indonesia in 2017, I completed a Vipassana meditation retreat. Vipassana is a form of meditation that teaches you to notice what’s going on in your mind without getting caught up in it. Over time, this builds self-awareness, emotional balance, and clarity in everyday life. This practice significantly deepened my self-understanding and ability to listen, stay present, and guide others without judgment.

I also spent seven summers working as a backcountry camping guide, leading canoe trips for youth aged 13–16. In these environments — far from comfort, routine, and distraction — I learned firsthand how young individuals build confidence, leadership, resilience, and trust when given the right support.

My personal philosophy and coaching approach is inspired by Stoicism and Buddhism, and is built around accountability and acceptance. A balance of taking responsibility and letting go. We focus on improving the things we can control — like our actions, habits, mindset, and effort — while learning to accept the things we can’t without getting stuck in frustration or self-blame. This way of thinking helps build confidence, resilience, and a steady path of growth, even when life feels uncertain or challenging.

Through The Ross Method, I bring together professional experience, lived insight, and a calm, structured approach to help young people develop the social, life, and professional skills they need to navigate adulthood with confidence and intention.