life coach

noun

: an advisor who helps people make decisions, set and reach goals, or deal with problems

Examples of life coach in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Entrepreneur, playwright and life coach Karen Abbott Trimuel is using the power of storytelling to help women overcome obstacles, survive trauma and be successful in achieving their goals. Francine Knowles, Chicago Tribune, 18 Sep. 2023 The speaker, life coach, author and TV personality announced on July 30 that her youngest daughter has passed away. Victoria Uwumarogie, Essence, 31 July 2023 View full post on Instagram The clients in need of some Tough Love score some TLC from Farr, who acts as both a designer and a life coach during each hour-long episode. Karla Walsh, Country Living, 4 Sep. 2023 What Is the Show About? Farr acts as part designer and part life coach in Tough Love with Hilary Farr. Kelly Allen, House Beautiful, 28 Aug. 2023 Jourdan is not a therapist or a life coach, but people who connect with her story can even call her and talk about their own experiences, for $50 per one-hour call. Ct Jones, Rolling Stone, 24 Aug. 2023 Tony Robbins Tony Robbins is a world-renowned motivational speaker, life coach, and business strategist who has helped millions of people transform their lives. Maria Williams, USA TODAY, 24 July 2023 Sherrod is a real estate broker, author, life coach, designer, former radio personality, and mom of three. Abby Wilson, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 Aug. 2023 How generational trauma happens Gertrude Lyons, Ed.D., is a life coach who works specifically with mothers and families and focuses on women’s empowerment. Joy Ashford, USA TODAY, 6 Apr. 2023 See More

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Word History

First Known Use

1969, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of life coach was in 1969

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“Life coach.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/life%20coach. Accessed 3 Oct. 2023.

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