testimonials

mark (dublin, ireland)

I'd never thought too much about how my beliefs can be projected onto my students until I started to teach about the environment. My own negativity about the environment today had been creeping into my lessons. After getting help from Charlotte I was able to face my own emotions on the subject and understand that my ideas were based on a multitude of factors, mainly from the media. Charlotte came and delivered a talk to my students, helping us engage with the issue in a way that wasn't discouraging or hopeless. She took a difficult topic like climate change and made it digestible. With her input, I notice a change in my own attitude towards the environment and felt enabled to teach about the topic with a more positive and balanced mindset.

neaghn (ottawa, canada)

I was looking to start an online zero-waste wellness business and was needing help piecing it all together. Working with Charlotte has been great. The coaching really stirred things up for me, in a good way, and helped me to reflect on some personal things along the way. We came full circle in terms of helping me to be clearer about what it was I was looking for. Great tools and lots of encouragement and support! It felt very comfortable connecting with Charlotte from the start and was more like a chat with a friend. I feel that I am certainly more clear about what I need to do to move forward and have great tools to continue working on the process. Charlotte was great at pulling everything together so at the end I could see the big picture and how much we had really accomplished.

Catherine (bromont, canada)

I use to have a deep connection with Mother Earth, animals, plants and even minerals. I am aware that they are conscious, intelligent, and loving beings that deserve our love and respect and I have always tried to do my best to have the least negative impact possible on my “family”. But a while ago, some truly traumatic events happened in my life and my life just crumbled to pieces. I went into depression, had no motivation, was totally dysfunctional and barely able to take care of myself, and I just Iost the connection I had with nature. I also injured my knee which made it hard for me to do many of the things I did before, like recycling. Sadly, because of that, many of my previous green habits went down the drain. Then, I got out of trauma, healed myself, put my life back on track and was faced with the realization that I had slacked off taking care of the planet I loved so much, and that I needed to become a responsible resident of my beautiful home once more.

Taking the Go Green Everywhere course helped me find the motivation to start caring again. It showed me that every step counts, even if it is a tiny small baby step, and that I don’t have to make all the changes that I want to do at the same time. I can pick and choose the ones that I can achieve most easily. Then, when that’s done, I can build on what I have accomplished, go back to the list and pick a few more to do. Realizing this took the pressure and the guilt off of me and showed me how easy it is to start moving in the right direction. This course provides a list of green ideas you can do at home, whether you live alone or have a family. You can also go green at work, as an employee or as a business owner. There are also group coaching calls that allow you to get extra help or motivation if you need it.

If you’re thinking about going green but are not sure how to go about it or if you are worried that going green is too much hassle or too complicated, then this course will show you that starting to go green can be a breeze.

Elizabeth (Durham, North Carolina)

I’m a coach (Health and Climate Change) and graduate student (MPH). I really appreciate how Charlotte’s Go Green Everywhere course broke down action steps into “big” and “small” potential actions - this helps me think both short-term (what can I do today or this week) and long-term (what do I need to plan for, in terms of making changes). There were so many actionable ideas in the course, and I especially loved the module on green money-savers and the e-book! I love having a resource I can go to when I need inspiration and ideas for taking the next green step.

One win we’ve had is around food waste! We’ve been serving smaller portions to the kids and letting them get more food if they’re hungry (rather than loading up their plates to begin with and having leftovers that often don’t get eaten). This is definitely a win! :)

If you’re looking for a wealth of actionable, practical, and beautifully organized ideas and inspiration, you are going to love this program!

jackson (st. louis, usa)

Our sessions really were foundational to feeling like I'm moving forward again. Before I enrolled in Charlotte’s career coaching program, not only was I stuck regarding my professional vision as an outdoor educator, but I was also feeling complacent, lost, and overwhelmed in my personal life. I didn't know what I wanted to do, where I wanted to go or why I should want to go "there". 

​Through Charlotte’s homework assignments and activities, I became more inspired and less apathetic - bringing me closer to myself and a clear vision of my future. I felt more motivated with each new week. 

​More than anything I think I've gained confidence in myself and the value I have to bring to the world. Prior to coaching with Charlotte, I had attempted 5-year plans, future visioning, goal setting, etc. and basically failed in the process. Despite my best efforts, I had so much trouble thinking about my future self or the strengths I had developed over the years.

 The process Charlotte brings to the table is super unique and holistic - her questions, activities, and even guided meditations all round together to make moving forward easy and fun. I now feel more fluent in who I am and less complacent in attaining my goals - empowered and inspired to pursue an unconventional profession that fulfills me. 

michael (tokyo, japan)

I was unsure what coaching even meant when I met with Charlotte, but I am extremely glad that I participated. Charlotte’s coaching assisted me in articulating climate actions and goals that had been swirling around in my head without any definite form. With her assistance, it was energizing to get my ideas out and to start thinking about concrete actions and steps. I went in unsure what coaching could do for me, but I came out with a sincere appreciation and gratitude for how Charlotte’s coaching helped me to clarify to myself what I need to do to get to where I want to go.

Reina (the Philippines & USA)

I provide virtual assistance and online business management services to ecopreneurs, social enterprises, and businesses who want to make a positive impact on the world. I always had these “bursts” of inspiration for trying to live a more sustainable life especially in terms of the things I buy, but I’ve been feeling a bit discouraged that I could not sustain that right now due to my financial situation. I’m definitely looking forward to the day when my income situation improves so I can make the switch to more sustainable products.

I decided to get Charlotte’s ebook (125 Strategies to Go Green and Save Money at the Same Time) to know more strategies I can apply to my daily life to live sustainably.

From the book, I was pleasantly surprised to learn that many of these strategies will not cost me a single cent, and that following them would actually allow me to save money in the future! I especially liked the practical steps that I learned I can take TODAY in my home (while we are still all staying at home) to live a greener life.

I feel more hopeful because I now have the knowledge that I can make a few green tweaks in my life. There are also a lot of strategies I can implement even right now without spending money so I’m so excited about that! I’ve learned a lot of green strategies to live a more sustainable life from the book.

It feels good, but especially feels great when I am able to inspire others to make the switch too.

Dr. Brenda Guzman-Villar (USA)

I’m a physician and health coach who helps people achieve wellness through lifestyle changes. Before Charlotte’s “Go Green Everywhere” course, I had a basic understanding of what to do, although they were expensive and I only thought about things to do at home (not at work or in my community).

As part of my health coaching, I believe we are exposed to a lot of toxins that are harmful to ourselves. Having a diabetic husband and my mother who is a cancer patient, I’m aware of trying to become as green as possible.

If you feel like Going Green is out of your possibility and that it will take a lot of time/effort/money - think again! Charlotte’s Go Green Everywhere course will give you plenty of ideas on how to implement small steps to slowly incorporate greener activities into your life.  Most of them won’t cost a dime. You just need to be aware and look for ways to improve your environment and how you can include your family along for the ride!

I’m happy to report that it has been easy to include my family in the effort. I also found many ideas about home arrangements I can start implementing and how to promote going green at my job. I was able to incorporate recycling at work and eliminate disposable cups (for coffee).  At home, I got rid of plastics and restarted my herb garden!

I feel happy because I can contribute to the well-being of others and diminish the harm to our environment, which is much needed. 

jonathan (atlanta, usa)

At the beginning, there were two main issues. First, I had trouble narrowing down my different interests. My time and attention were divided, so I couldn't focus properly on anything. Second, it was hard for me to see a path forward. Once I started pursuing something, I would become disillusioned quickly by the downsides of that path or I'd get stuck in a research phase, never taking action.

Working with Charlotte gave me a chance to say out loud what had been preventing me from moving forward with my goals. This process of trying to explain my lack of action to another person was helpful in that it forced me to think about it from a different perspective. With her help, I was able to identify specific, actionable steps to achieve my goals.

I would used to get stuck in a research phase until I burned out, but this coaching journey has provided me with tools (e.g., prototyping) to actually test out my ideas and move beyond the research phase. I can see now that my energy is better spent actually trying something instead of spending countless hours researching the best way to try it.

Charlotte was really patient and thoughtful during our conversations. I felt like she was truly listening. I also enjoyed hearing about her own experiences, which kept it feeling more like a natural conversation. 

mutsuho (tokyo, japan)

Thanks to Charlotte, I was able to get my dream internship at the UNHCR!

I wanted this internship because I would like to work at an international organization in the future. However, I have never written a motivation letter and I did not have any idea about how I can get that kind of job. I talked with my learning adviser and she recommended me to meet Charlotte to get some ideas. Charlotte's knowledge and experiences in areas of humanitarian work were really impressive for me. Also, she showed me how I could say my opinion confidently in front of people. I learned how to write a resume and cover letter, but my way of writing was changed too - it became more direct and strong, so my opinion looks more powerful. I was struggling to think about my future career before. However, she showed me how to show myself to others. I also learned that I do not need to be in a rush to decide on my job. I realized the most important thing is to do what I love.

CARLA (Portugal)

Since I became a mother, the desire to make the world a better place for my son grew in me. As I learned about the Go Green Everywhere course, immediately I knew it was for me. Though I thought I knew enough, I felt impotent to pass on the message outside of my family. I now have more tools to pass on the message to my family and community, but most importantly, I can make changes to my house that I thought was not possible without a huge investment. I can’t change all the windows in the house, but I can use bubble wrap (go figure!) to help keep the temperature warm inside! I also learned that there are eco-friendly web-hosts, something I never thought existed before. I feel empowered to go even further in my green journey. Even if you believe you are an environmentally conscious person, I dare you to take this course and challenge yourself with the strategies that are offered. You’ll be amazed!

Sathya (London, UK)

Before meeting Charlotte, I felt lost in my sustainability efforts and wasn’t sure whether the little things that I was doing had any significant impact. I also didn’t have proper methods or strategies around going green. Therefore, I wasn’t motivated or organized.

When I discovered Charlotte’s Go Green Everywhere course, I was actually pleasantly surprised to see such a course even existed. I wasn’t actively looking for it as going green wasn’t on my list of top priorities. It was an ever so subtly lingering thought I had. And when I came across this course, I was immediately interested in learning in a systematic way.

My main insight was around my mindset and “Green Gremlins”. By dealing with them I was able to let go of anything that was holding me back from taking the action I wanted to for a long time. Most of the challenges were actually in my head and having able to spill it out in the open really change my perspective towards going green.

Saving the planet should be the highest priority for any individual especially when considering where the world is right now. Even though I know the importance and urgency of it, I myself don’t prioritize it. I loved this opportunity to make the world a better place and make my life more peaceful. I was finally able to prioritize with strategies and consistent action.

Charlotte is such a caring and supportive soul. If anyone wants to Go Green with great support AND have loads of fun along the way, this is the perfect course for you! I enjoyed this entire journey, and I am so happy to have gained so much which I can implement on a daily basis.

Thank you for doing what you do. Thank you for creating this course. Thank you for pursuing what you are called to do. Thank you for being you.

jess (Connecticut, usa)

Charlotte is a gem!

Before working with Charlotte, I was struggling with a lack of clarity and direction for my job search. I felt uncertain and overwhelmed by all the possible directions. I was not taking action and felt hopeless. Through coaching with Charlotte, I have gone from no clarity and little hope to gradually gaining more of a sense of direction. I identified my values and how they inform what I want from my job. I began to get interviews for the jobs I wanted and worked with Charlotte to build my confidence. When I had setbacks, she helped me build resilience and identify resources at my disposal. Now, I have taken the feedback from those interviews and invested in further training to help me make my career transition. I feel confident that not only is this the right career path for me but that I am assured of success once I complete my training.

I felt I could be open and honest with Charlotte. She was able to hold space for my emotional journey as well as my job search. She asked insightful questions that got me to see things in a new light. I could come to my own conclusions about what to do or what might be blocking me. 

amanda (tokyo, japan)

I had experiences with other practicing life coaches before without much success. I was not sure what we would discuss at first with Charlotte (we started out talking about climate change and my students), but her coaching session turned into several sessions over the next few months as we journeyed through the web of problems I had concerning my relationship with my pre-teen daughter. By the end of our sessions, I had gained some tools for redesigning the relationship with my daughter, and I am happy to say that less than a year later, we are experiencing a totally different relationship. It wasn’t just her that needed to change. I needed to change, and Charlotte made me realize that through her gentle coaching and introduction of tools by helping me see things from different perspectives. I would recommend Charlotte as a life coach because I think she has the ability to listen and see through the facade deep into the root of the problem.”

shoko (tokyo, japan)

Charlotte’s Career and Life Coaching Workshop was a great experience for me thanks to Charlotte’s support and great people around me! Charlotte shared her experiences with us and effectively guided us to reflect on and organize our thoughts. It was also helpful to have group members, who listened to me carefully and asked me questions to help me complete the activities! I hope to participate in their sessions again!

momo (tokyo, japan)

The coaching workshop was a very good chance to know how to find balance in my life and take some action for it. Talking to someone and sharing each other’s situation in the room also helped me to get some new perspectives. During the workshop, Charlotte was very considerate. She gave us tips to understand the topics deeply. I really appreciated them for this opportunity.

Kokon (Tokyo, Japan)

First of all, I was excited about our meeting with Charlotte since she is my favourite teacher, and I was having a bit of a hard time with myself. Chatting with Charlotte was really easy and I felt so relaxed. At the same time, Charlotte let me think logically but also sometimes really freely through her strategies and questions. I got so relaxed and be able to see things around me positively after talking with her. Thanks so much for the opportunity and I hope that she will listen to me and navigate me again in the future when I have some struggles. I hope many people will meet her and be happier.

kae (tokyo, japan)

I have really enjoyed our coaching sessions every time. I feel very comfortable talking to Charlotte because she is always positive and encouraging in her feedback. Charlotte's questions have helped me a lot to think one step or two steps further. If I were thinking about it by myself, it would’ve taken a lot longer to find what I wanted to find. Sessions with her make me feel like I'm becoming stronger, wiser, and happier. I really appreciate her help to grow as a person.