In Their Words...
PAM
Margie's unique style of discussion, that shows her own empathy and compassion, allows the client to open up and to share many personal issues that may be future road blocks to their wellness.
Margie's style of asking questions, listening and then repeating back to the client there own words has a profound effect. But again it is her own inflection of compassion and encouragement that makes all the difference. Many people listen and give you lip service by agreeing with you. Margie's probing questions allow the client to hear for themselves what they are saying and she reinforces the client to reflect on those words.
There is a feeling of calm and an uplifting attitude that has occurred each time I have spoken with Margie. She has genuinely made me feel validated.
I am excited about the future.... And looking forward to new things to begin to experience.
I think the beauty in this whole thing is learning that there is no solution... which I think many people want ( a quick fix). This dialogue with Margie allows the client to open up their mind to the possibilities and to their own limitlessness. It allows them to gain knowledge in understanding that there are never any real definites in life, but that life is messy and not perfect.
Margie's service has re-opened my imagination, and my sense of self.
Margie does not solve the problem she allows the client to hear their problems in their own words and this leads to self-actualization. She is a nonjudgmental guide in this process.
- Onstead, MI
Margie's unique style of discussion, that shows her own empathy and compassion, allows the client to open up and to share many personal issues that may be future road blocks to their wellness.
Margie's style of asking questions, listening and then repeating back to the client there own words has a profound effect. But again it is her own inflection of compassion and encouragement that makes all the difference. Many people listen and give you lip service by agreeing with you. Margie's probing questions allow the client to hear for themselves what they are saying and she reinforces the client to reflect on those words.
There is a feeling of calm and an uplifting attitude that has occurred each time I have spoken with Margie. She has genuinely made me feel validated.
I am excited about the future.... And looking forward to new things to begin to experience.
I think the beauty in this whole thing is learning that there is no solution... which I think many people want ( a quick fix). This dialogue with Margie allows the client to open up their mind to the possibilities and to their own limitlessness. It allows them to gain knowledge in understanding that there are never any real definites in life, but that life is messy and not perfect.
Margie's service has re-opened my imagination, and my sense of self.
Margie does not solve the problem she allows the client to hear their problems in their own words and this leads to self-actualization. She is a nonjudgmental guide in this process.
- Onstead, MI
JUDY
I have often heard that all your experiences in life make up how you deal with what is happening in the present and how you look at the future. The experiences in life, the people that you love, and even just cross paths with do seem to influence our whole being. Losing loved ones, especially before their time, certainly gives one a better perspective on living life to the fullest and never leaving anything unsaid.
Having said that, I honestly have struggled my whole life with depression. Doctors tell me that it is a hereditary gene that I have unfortunately inherited from my mother. As I grew up, my mother spent most of her time in bed due to depression. She was always on drugs to combat her demons. That was my normal life and I knew nothing different.
But as modern medicine has improved, so have antidepressants. I have gained strength and knowledge from knowing more about my "disease". Counseling was once considered taboo. It was something no one shared because it was embarrassing. But thanks to today's media, depression, anxiety and just plain not being happy is not something you have to hide. You wondered why I have shared all this? It's because little did I know that when I signed up for Margie's six week, one night a week adult education class, that my real journey would begin! Those classes have led me to other classes with her, which is leading me to a place I never thought I could go. Margie's classes have made me really go into depth on different subject matters. She makes me really think about my life, my goals, and just being happy (with a smile on my face) when my feet hit the floor at 4:30 in the morning.
She encouraged me to think about all the changes I have experienced in the last 10 years. I have watched a spouse suffer and pass away. I had my youngest graduate high school, college and become a CNP. I married a man who also lost a spouse. I moved from my house full of memories to my new husband's house. I brought my elderly mother down to live closer so I could take care of her. My family and I cleaned out her homestead ( 1 1/2 hours away). She had lived there and had been a hoarder. Need I say more about that? I dealt with my oldest daughter being gay. She and her partner gave me a wonderful gift of my first grandchild. I found God again after losing sight of him during my husband's illness. And now I have found Margie and all that a life coach represents. She has introduced me to some wonderful self help books. We started off with baby steps. She encouraged me to set small goals (only for the week). Then we started looking at the bigger picture. Small steps and small goals suddenly turn into bigger goals. Goals that I never thought I would reach.
I have discovered through Margie that medication is only a small tool in overcoming my depression. She has made me see that through other tools, I can really experience the joys of day to day living. This is not something you gain through a one-time meeting. I am experiencing and enjoying my journey. And one of the most important aspects with Margie is checking in with her. I feel I am accountable to her which gives me more motivation to keep moving toward my goals.
I intend to continue my journey and embrace my life, even the smallest joy thanks to Margie!
- Upper Sandusky, OH
I have often heard that all your experiences in life make up how you deal with what is happening in the present and how you look at the future. The experiences in life, the people that you love, and even just cross paths with do seem to influence our whole being. Losing loved ones, especially before their time, certainly gives one a better perspective on living life to the fullest and never leaving anything unsaid.
Having said that, I honestly have struggled my whole life with depression. Doctors tell me that it is a hereditary gene that I have unfortunately inherited from my mother. As I grew up, my mother spent most of her time in bed due to depression. She was always on drugs to combat her demons. That was my normal life and I knew nothing different.
But as modern medicine has improved, so have antidepressants. I have gained strength and knowledge from knowing more about my "disease". Counseling was once considered taboo. It was something no one shared because it was embarrassing. But thanks to today's media, depression, anxiety and just plain not being happy is not something you have to hide. You wondered why I have shared all this? It's because little did I know that when I signed up for Margie's six week, one night a week adult education class, that my real journey would begin! Those classes have led me to other classes with her, which is leading me to a place I never thought I could go. Margie's classes have made me really go into depth on different subject matters. She makes me really think about my life, my goals, and just being happy (with a smile on my face) when my feet hit the floor at 4:30 in the morning.
She encouraged me to think about all the changes I have experienced in the last 10 years. I have watched a spouse suffer and pass away. I had my youngest graduate high school, college and become a CNP. I married a man who also lost a spouse. I moved from my house full of memories to my new husband's house. I brought my elderly mother down to live closer so I could take care of her. My family and I cleaned out her homestead ( 1 1/2 hours away). She had lived there and had been a hoarder. Need I say more about that? I dealt with my oldest daughter being gay. She and her partner gave me a wonderful gift of my first grandchild. I found God again after losing sight of him during my husband's illness. And now I have found Margie and all that a life coach represents. She has introduced me to some wonderful self help books. We started off with baby steps. She encouraged me to set small goals (only for the week). Then we started looking at the bigger picture. Small steps and small goals suddenly turn into bigger goals. Goals that I never thought I would reach.
I have discovered through Margie that medication is only a small tool in overcoming my depression. She has made me see that through other tools, I can really experience the joys of day to day living. This is not something you gain through a one-time meeting. I am experiencing and enjoying my journey. And one of the most important aspects with Margie is checking in with her. I feel I am accountable to her which gives me more motivation to keep moving toward my goals.
I intend to continue my journey and embrace my life, even the smallest joy thanks to Margie!
- Upper Sandusky, OH
BEVERLY
I was not receptive to the Healthy Living Program established at our company, having to go through "coaching sessions". However I did comply.
The coach we were given was Margie Kimmel. I so enjoy seeing Margie.
It have been a fun and challenging experience.
Anyone who has the honor of getting Margie Kimmel as a coach, I would have to say you are getting the Best Coaching and attention available.
- Garfield Heights, OH
I was not receptive to the Healthy Living Program established at our company, having to go through "coaching sessions". However I did comply.
The coach we were given was Margie Kimmel. I so enjoy seeing Margie.
It have been a fun and challenging experience.
Anyone who has the honor of getting Margie Kimmel as a coach, I would have to say you are getting the Best Coaching and attention available.
- Garfield Heights, OH
ANGELA
It has been an absolute pleasure to have you supporting Health Designs by working with our team's onsite health screenings, and as a health coach, for our Ohio clients.
Your passion for health and wellness, and motivating others to work toward healthier lifestyles, is clearly evident and has directly benefitted individuals you have worked with.
In addition, your genuine care for others is evident as we receive testimonials from clients you have directly impacted and requests from individuals who prefer a coaching opportunity with you.
As a team member for nearly four years now, you have alway
s been responsive to our needs, flexible, receptive to feedback, and willing to learn new aspects of what we do to best support the team and we truly appreciate that! We look forward to having you as part of our team for a long
time!
- Health Designs, Inc., Ponte Vedra Beach, FL.
It has been an absolute pleasure to have you supporting Health Designs by working with our team's onsite health screenings, and as a health coach, for our Ohio clients.
Your passion for health and wellness, and motivating others to work toward healthier lifestyles, is clearly evident and has directly benefitted individuals you have worked with.
In addition, your genuine care for others is evident as we receive testimonials from clients you have directly impacted and requests from individuals who prefer a coaching opportunity with you.
As a team member for nearly four years now, you have alway
s been responsive to our needs, flexible, receptive to feedback, and willing to learn new aspects of what we do to best support the team and we truly appreciate that! We look forward to having you as part of our team for a long
time!
- Health Designs, Inc., Ponte Vedra Beach, FL.
FREDERICK
Starting with my successful heart rehab, under her management, Margie Kimmel has continued to coach my more healthful and active lifestyle through advice, discipline and counsel. Now, in my eighty-fifth year, I give Margie great credit for my good health and optimistic mental outlook. She is truly a professional in her field.
- Retired Chairman, President & CEO Grange Insurance Companies Columbus, OH
Starting with my successful heart rehab, under her management, Margie Kimmel has continued to coach my more healthful and active lifestyle through advice, discipline and counsel. Now, in my eighty-fifth year, I give Margie great credit for my good health and optimistic mental outlook. She is truly a professional in her field.
- Retired Chairman, President & CEO Grange Insurance Companies Columbus, OH
NINA
My well-coaching experience with Margie Kimmel has been a fascinating personal awakening! I have gained valuable perspective regarding self-awareness and wellness as well as positive-thinking skills that have enhanced my whole life. I have confronted and learned to change
long-standing behaviors that inhibited and harmed me. I wish I had started the well-coaching journey years ago.
- Carlisle, MA
My well-coaching experience with Margie Kimmel has been a fascinating personal awakening! I have gained valuable perspective regarding self-awareness and wellness as well as positive-thinking skills that have enhanced my whole life. I have confronted and learned to change
long-standing behaviors that inhibited and harmed me. I wish I had started the well-coaching journey years ago.
- Carlisle, MA
MELISSA
Margie, the time we have spent together has really allowed me to do a much better job channeling the positives in my daily life, making even life's rough patches much more tolerable. The techniques we have developed together will certainly help me maintain not only positivity, but a clear, open mind no matter where life may lead me!
Thanks for all you do!!" And I mean it! Thanks! :)
- Upper Sandusky, OH
Margie, the time we have spent together has really allowed me to do a much better job channeling the positives in my daily life, making even life's rough patches much more tolerable. The techniques we have developed together will certainly help me maintain not only positivity, but a clear, open mind no matter where life may lead me!
Thanks for all you do!!" And I mean it! Thanks! :)
- Upper Sandusky, OH