Did you have high hopes for life but it hasn't ended up like you thought it would?
Have you run out of energy and had a hard time believing in your goals? Maybe you feel hopeless or lost?
I know what that's like. I'm an idealistic environmental scientist who was out to save the world, and then was crushed by multiple depression episodes after I came to deeply understand just how broken the system is.
But I succeeded in overcoming the challenges of stress, depression and a lack of belief that was holding me back. I rekindled my inspiration and passion for life thus becoming able to help others find their own light. Now I balance a multi-faceted career in science, writing, music, art and coaching all at once. I'm doing what exactly what I want and thriving under the constraints of reality.
You can live with true passion and purpose. It is actually possible. If you're here looking for those answers, then you haven't given up on that very important dream. But it doesn't happen automatically, and the default trajectory of life that you've been sold wasn't designed for you. Committing to positive change in yourself brings about opportunities for internal transformation and external possibilities to live a life that supports your true nature.
I've always been idealistic, but I'm also rigorously scientific. In the process of becoming a coach I dove into the primary literature to synthesize the latest evidence and theories into my practice. I combine a thorough method of investigation from a rationalist paradigm, but embrace the important power of metaphor and emotion. I work with thinkers and artists equally well — because I'm both. With me you will discover what love has been driving you from deep inside, even if right now you're feeling confused and exhausted.
Together we'll find the life you dream of and then consistently create small wins to create positive feedback loops of progress. You'll build good habits and thus achieve sustainable excellence. You'll be more disciplined, focused, emotionally resilient, and able to plan through challenging situations that would've been difficult for you before.
So, if you feel like life has lost meaning; seems pointless; your idealistic path has faded into jaded disappointment -- please know that there is a way out. I have seen all of the deepest depths of sadness and can show you the shortcuts to a way of feeling better permanently.
Come, let us work together to set you free. It is possible to live with ease and grace without sacrificing any of the principles you care most about.
Here is a high-level overview of what we'd do:
- a series of exercises to help you tune into your inner needs & desires
- a co-developed plan (that you truly believe in) to achieve what you only dreamt of
Years ago, in the depths of my depression, I would not have believed that all of this was possible. But through awareness, research, self-experimentation and dedicated effort, I regained my inspiration and unshakeable optimism towards life. I want to share this with you. Even a single session could be enough to kickstart your journey.
Have you run out of energy and had a hard time believing in your goals? Maybe you feel hopeless or lost?
I know what that's like. I'm an idealistic environmental scientist who was out to save the world, and then was crushed by multiple depression episodes after I came to deeply understand just how broken the system is.
But I succeeded in overcoming the challenges of stress, depression and a lack of belief that was holding me back. I rekindled my inspiration and passion for life thus becoming able to help others find their own light. Now I balance a multi-faceted career in science, writing, music, art and coaching all at once. I'm doing what exactly what I want and thriving under the constraints of reality.
You can live with true passion and purpose. It is actually possible. If you're here looking for those answers, then you haven't given up on that very important dream. But it doesn't happen automatically, and the default trajectory of life that you've been sold wasn't designed for you. Committing to positive change in yourself brings about opportunities for internal transformation and external possibilities to live a life that supports your true nature.
I've always been idealistic, but I'm also rigorously scientific. In the process of becoming a coach I dove into the primary literature to synthesize the latest evidence and theories into my practice. I combine a thorough method of investigation from a rationalist paradigm, but embrace the important power of metaphor and emotion. I work with thinkers and artists equally well — because I'm both. With me you will discover what love has been driving you from deep inside, even if right now you're feeling confused and exhausted.
Together we'll find the life you dream of and then consistently create small wins to create positive feedback loops of progress. You'll build good habits and thus achieve sustainable excellence. You'll be more disciplined, focused, emotionally resilient, and able to plan through challenging situations that would've been difficult for you before.
So, if you feel like life has lost meaning; seems pointless; your idealistic path has faded into jaded disappointment -- please know that there is a way out. I have seen all of the deepest depths of sadness and can show you the shortcuts to a way of feeling better permanently.
Come, let us work together to set you free. It is possible to live with ease and grace without sacrificing any of the principles you care most about.
Here is a high-level overview of what we'd do:
- a series of exercises to help you tune into your inner needs & desires
- a co-developed plan (that you truly believe in) to achieve what you only dreamt of
Years ago, in the depths of my depression, I would not have believed that all of this was possible. But through awareness, research, self-experimentation and dedicated effort, I regained my inspiration and unshakeable optimism towards life. I want to share this with you. Even a single session could be enough to kickstart your journey.
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Aaron Ball - Life Coach, Recovered Academic, Spatial Analyst, Community Organizer, DJ and Electronic Musician.
Approach life with a light heart and open mind. The future economy will pay you to exist as you are - if you can find out how to make your dreams and reality connect. |
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DREAM Big
what aaron's clients say
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I have worked with Aaron for just over a year now, and he empowered me to achieve a number of things in my life. He gave me the confidence to stand up for myself when my miserable job crossed the line and walk away despite my fear of the unknown. This was a massive weight off my shoulders and the space that this created in my life up opened up so many opportunities for me. Everything just “clicked” and I was able to move into doing contract work. I really excelled at it and through that I was able to find some great lifehacks for my time management issue. Above all, being successful at work helped my self-confidence, which helped me network and get more contracts, which made me even more confident, and it became this positive feedback loop. Right before the end of the year, I ended up landing a dream job that was PERFECT. I knew it was perfect because I had done the hard work with Aaron to identify what type of work I really needed/wanted to do. Maria M. - single mom, mechanic, activist |
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Aaron was knowledgeable and professional. A single session together revealed the motivation necessary to overcome a perceived obstacle that was preventing me from realizing a larger goal. It was an enjoyable session and I would recommend connecting with him. Dr Sabrina Adams - Clinical Psychologist |
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There comes a time in one’s life where you just want to get real with your true self. No excuses, no blaming others just getting ready to face everything and rise. I went to see Aaron with this attitude because I was seeking guidance on how to tackle the next phase in my life. Going through a divorce, moving homes, dealing with a sick child and starting a new company. How does one start? With a great coach! Aaron guided me in an honest conversation with myself. I experienced results right away. He set me off on the right path towards success. All done in love and in light. I am fired up now and I am ready. I am bound to succeed, I am bound to share my love and success with the masses. Thank you Aaron for sharing your gift with me. Please continue to bless others with your special talent for guiding people to see their true potential, it is much needed in our world today. Lorraine Campbell - Entrepreneur |
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Aaron's support came at a crucial time where an increase in structure and commitment was required for me to meet the new complexity of my growing workload. Due to his remarkable listening skills, his coaching met me exactly where I was and built on my needs with each successive meeting. Even a generous friendship would not offer the unilateral support that sessions with Aaron did. The depth and quality of his knowledge in these fields ended up helping to create the structures I needed to level up. Matthieu Rheaume - Social Entrepreneur |
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I was challenged in my degree by stress, isolation and other factors, leading to a major depression episode. My sessions with Aaron were very productive and encouraging, especially when compared to the institution provided therapy. Aaron helped me find my internal motivations and desire to change, as well as coached me in practical habits to keep my mood and energy sustainable to climb out of this challenging period. He is inspiring and compassionate and I'd recommend him to other students who are struggling. Andrea W. - Master's of Science student |
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you are not alone.
Thoughts and emotions happen to you. Your circumstances are not your fault. Your choices affect your future. Through good habits and reprogramming of negative thought patterns, you can be free to live full of energy and excitement.
Feeling lost and depressedI've been there.
There's a way out. |
Can't stay focused and productive?Find ways to use your time to fulfill all of your needs.
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you are unsure what you believe inOr maybe you feel your dreams are unrealistic...
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Free introductory consultation
If you are interested in working with me, my intake process always consists with some actual free sessions of coaching where you can get a taste of the experience. Some coaches only try to sell to you on the first session. I try to make sure that everyone takes away something positive and useful from these sessions, so even if we don't work together it's still a good use of both of our time. These initial consultation sessions are between 60-90 minutes. Unlike some coaches who just book <30 minute sales calls, you will actually get to experience my coaching process.
During this intro session we will talk about the challenges you are dealing with and co-create an achievable plan for success. I'll provide you with quality information and self-directed exercises. From these you can continue to work at your own pace, or if our personalities are a good fit, we can work together further. From this you will accelerate your personal growth through ongoing accountability, encouragement, feedback and mentorship.
I do maintain 15% of my time as discounted sessions for low income and disadvantaged individuals.*
* I strongly support the need for accessible means and upward mobility. If my allotted percentage is full, you will be added to the waiting list. I sometimes can fit in single sessions when there is a cancellation. Please send me an email detailing why you may be a good candidate for this.
During this intro session we will talk about the challenges you are dealing with and co-create an achievable plan for success. I'll provide you with quality information and self-directed exercises. From these you can continue to work at your own pace, or if our personalities are a good fit, we can work together further. From this you will accelerate your personal growth through ongoing accountability, encouragement, feedback and mentorship.
I do maintain 15% of my time as discounted sessions for low income and disadvantaged individuals.*
* I strongly support the need for accessible means and upward mobility. If my allotted percentage is full, you will be added to the waiting list. I sometimes can fit in single sessions when there is a cancellation. Please send me an email detailing why you may be a good candidate for this.
Yes, I'm ready to try Life Coaching
to free myself from beliefs
holding me back!
to free myself from beliefs
holding me back!
what could change for you?
As a result of working together, you will learn and apply emotional planning tools that will help you for the rest of your life.
satisfactionFind true contentment through mindfulness and acceptance.
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renewed energyBe excited to face each day. Work on the things that matter to you.
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clarityAuthentically believe in your choices, goals and desires.
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a glimpse of my philosophy
I am here on this Earth to be of service - I care deeply for this planet and humanity. Although I am still working towards saving the environment, empowering individuals on a daily basis provides human connection that keeps me going compared to the struggles in science. We've got to help each other out as best we can so that we can fix this mess. It's always getting better, but we've got a ways to go.
That said, I'd like to provide you with a core teaching from my philosophy that I think could be of use:
Ambivalence is a sign of internal conflict. Things are really hard to do when you have a cognitive dissonance (an internal disagreement on the worthiness of an activity). You might hate doing something, you might not think it's worthwhile, but there is probably a hidden set of beliefs which are conflicted and thus holding you back. If you are not doing what you feel you should, don't worry. It's not always your fault. Our biology is selfish and wants what's best for our. This leads to unconscious reactions and behaviours that are useful in an evolutionary sense, but can work against our long term goals. Next time you are procrastinating stop, and be mindful of the thoughts and sensations happening to you. Take a moment to think about the feelings that are coming up and what they could be connected to. Ask yourself why these ideas and emotions are troubling. Being able to address those feelings is the key to overcoming any sort of procrastination. People who have suffered from depression have often set up such efficient patterns at avoiding change that they jump quickly past any possibility of noticing, straight into the bad habits that they actually want to avoid. I provide exercises and practices to find where your reactions are not serving you, and that awareness allows you to find ways to overcome their negative properties.
There are tried and tested behavioural techniques for addressing difficult feelings, and also gentle ways of unearthing the patterns that produce them. An outside perspective with experience helps a lot in this process, but I encourage you to see what you can achieve on your own. Knowing this now you are better prepared than 5 minutes ago.
Success comes from Belief, and Belief is reinforced by Action. By creating small habits that continually reinforce the positive, more good things will show up in your life. Positive psychology sounds like wishful thinking, but in actuality it's reinforcing the neural networks that are associated with happiness and contentment. It's not just placebo, it's actually cultivating a framework for optimism. Looking for the positive is a more effective motivator than trying to spur yourself on with stress and the fear of negative consequences. The feelings of guilt and shame that come from these sorts of self-punishment are not a long term solution for lack of motivation.
Find the root of your beliefs, see where they're in conflict, then create small, achievable actions that reinforce winning behaviour, and keep going until you're at your vision of success.
It sounds so simple in theory, but in reality it's hard to keep going. Life has a habit of throwing you unexpected troubles, and it can be difficult to stay focused if you're completely on your own. Humanity is by nature a tribal species. The mentor & apprentice relationship has proven to be integral to success throughout history. Action is facilitated by learning from others' experiences. From their stories you gain lessons to guide you through the problems that come up along the way.
What exactly do I provide?
As a coach I offer you the wisdom from my training and experiences in coaching, personal development, life-hacking techniques and cutting edge psychological research. My history in science and experimental design helps to deeply understand your patterns and provide you with experiments and exercises for self-reflection. I believe that experiencing and knowing is more important to understanding than just being told, so we will reveal your beliefs together in a way that build a foundation of certainty and self-acceptance.
I'm also happy to offer advice as a biologist. If you happen to need ecological or spatial analysis for your business, I am available for consulting work.
I care deeply for people and understand what it is like to struggle with emotional setbacks. We can work together to help you define and realize your dreams. Whether you're just trying to get through a degree, or looking to structure your career path strategically to incorporate all of your strengths - we can make a plan that has exciting dreams as the end goal, and practical, realistic, sustainable steps along the way that will help you achieve it.
Features:
In reality, I cannot make you change, you have to be willing to do so. Less of you needs to change than you think.
If you are not willing to commit to improving your life, then you could consider what you'd need to make that possible, and I'd recommend you check out the free resources in my blog.
That said, I'd like to provide you with a core teaching from my philosophy that I think could be of use:
- Procrastination and Indecision are usually rooted in Ambivalence - which appears as an incapacitating lack of motivation.
- Success flows automatically once Belief is aligned with consistent Action, working together to reinforce positive growth.
Ambivalence is a sign of internal conflict. Things are really hard to do when you have a cognitive dissonance (an internal disagreement on the worthiness of an activity). You might hate doing something, you might not think it's worthwhile, but there is probably a hidden set of beliefs which are conflicted and thus holding you back. If you are not doing what you feel you should, don't worry. It's not always your fault. Our biology is selfish and wants what's best for our. This leads to unconscious reactions and behaviours that are useful in an evolutionary sense, but can work against our long term goals. Next time you are procrastinating stop, and be mindful of the thoughts and sensations happening to you. Take a moment to think about the feelings that are coming up and what they could be connected to. Ask yourself why these ideas and emotions are troubling. Being able to address those feelings is the key to overcoming any sort of procrastination. People who have suffered from depression have often set up such efficient patterns at avoiding change that they jump quickly past any possibility of noticing, straight into the bad habits that they actually want to avoid. I provide exercises and practices to find where your reactions are not serving you, and that awareness allows you to find ways to overcome their negative properties.
There are tried and tested behavioural techniques for addressing difficult feelings, and also gentle ways of unearthing the patterns that produce them. An outside perspective with experience helps a lot in this process, but I encourage you to see what you can achieve on your own. Knowing this now you are better prepared than 5 minutes ago.
Success comes from Belief, and Belief is reinforced by Action. By creating small habits that continually reinforce the positive, more good things will show up in your life. Positive psychology sounds like wishful thinking, but in actuality it's reinforcing the neural networks that are associated with happiness and contentment. It's not just placebo, it's actually cultivating a framework for optimism. Looking for the positive is a more effective motivator than trying to spur yourself on with stress and the fear of negative consequences. The feelings of guilt and shame that come from these sorts of self-punishment are not a long term solution for lack of motivation.
Find the root of your beliefs, see where they're in conflict, then create small, achievable actions that reinforce winning behaviour, and keep going until you're at your vision of success.
It sounds so simple in theory, but in reality it's hard to keep going. Life has a habit of throwing you unexpected troubles, and it can be difficult to stay focused if you're completely on your own. Humanity is by nature a tribal species. The mentor & apprentice relationship has proven to be integral to success throughout history. Action is facilitated by learning from others' experiences. From their stories you gain lessons to guide you through the problems that come up along the way.
What exactly do I provide?
As a coach I offer you the wisdom from my training and experiences in coaching, personal development, life-hacking techniques and cutting edge psychological research. My history in science and experimental design helps to deeply understand your patterns and provide you with experiments and exercises for self-reflection. I believe that experiencing and knowing is more important to understanding than just being told, so we will reveal your beliefs together in a way that build a foundation of certainty and self-acceptance.
I'm also happy to offer advice as a biologist. If you happen to need ecological or spatial analysis for your business, I am available for consulting work.
I care deeply for people and understand what it is like to struggle with emotional setbacks. We can work together to help you define and realize your dreams. Whether you're just trying to get through a degree, or looking to structure your career path strategically to incorporate all of your strengths - we can make a plan that has exciting dreams as the end goal, and practical, realistic, sustainable steps along the way that will help you achieve it.
Features:
- Decision support - help you resolve indecision about a major life choice
- Empowerment - feel great about all that you are and live your passion
- Mindfulness and Self-Awareness - practice benevolence starting at self
- A personalized system exploring motivations and patterns in your life, and supporting change using evidence-based techniques
- Email encryption using protonmail for your privacy
- Higher packages also have encrypted SMS interaction available
In reality, I cannot make you change, you have to be willing to do so. Less of you needs to change than you think.
If you are not willing to commit to improving your life, then you could consider what you'd need to make that possible, and I'd recommend you check out the free resources in my blog.
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Money back guarantee (and then some!)
I personally guarantee your investment will be worth it.
98% of individuals using coaches were satisfied with their experience
and estimated a 3x return on their investment (International Coaching Federation industry report 2015).
If after 60 days you have not seen enough results, I'll refund you.
And as extra, I will snail-mail you a book related to our discussions.
I am confident this will be worth your time and money.
But only take the leap if you're ready to follow through.
98% of individuals using coaches were satisfied with their experience
and estimated a 3x return on their investment (International Coaching Federation industry report 2015).
If after 60 days you have not seen enough results, I'll refund you.
And as extra, I will snail-mail you a book related to our discussions.
I am confident this will be worth your time and money.
But only take the leap if you're ready to follow through.