My journey to here
Start Here: A Quick Check-In
Think about something important to you that is not going the way you would like it to. It could be a project, a job, a relationship, your health, or your finances—anything that matters.
Now take one minute for yourself:
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Pause and notice – Ask: How am I feeling right now as I think about this? Stressed, doubtful, anxious, rushed, angry, sad—whatever it is, just notice.
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Name it – What words describe how you’re feeling in this moment?
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Ask yourself – What do you think is in the way of you feeling better?
When you work with me, we’ll take this even further. Together, we’ll identify the energy levels connected to these feelings and explore how our feelings and thinking lead to action—or inaction. That choice influences how we move through life and shapes our satisfaction, joy, peace, and ability to achieve what matters most.
Why I’m Here
I have always gravitated toward two things in my life: leadership and excellence. I was fortunate to experience the highest of highs—achieving my goals and then some—but one thing I didn’t always put front and center was my own wellness.
In my 30-plus years of public service, I taught organizational leadership, studied and taught emotional intelligence, earned a master’s degree in leadership studies, and developed certification courses and curriculums at the university level.
And yet, it wasn’t until I discovered core energy leadership—the way we show up in life—that I realized how much it can either serve us well or stand in our way. That missing link became a turning point for me. I saw clearly how our energy influences everything: our wellness, our leadership, and our ability to create sustainable results and a life that feels good on the inside and the outside.
My Turning Point
Not long ago, I faced overwhelming stress, grief, and caregiving demands. My father passed away suddenly, my younger brother battled a life-threatening illness, and I became a caregiver to my elderly mother—all in the span of months.
At the same time, I had already committed to a certification program for professional coaching. The timing wasn’t ideal, but on an intuitive level I knew I needed it.
That’s where I discovered Core Energy Coaching—and it was a game changer. Personally and professionally, it gave me peace and joy when I needed them most. I gained an understanding of energy levels that helped me make better choices for my personal well-being.
What Core Energy Coaching Offers
Core Energy Coaching begins with the Energy Leadership Index® (ELI) assessment, which identifies your typical energy profile and how you show up under stress.
It’s not about staying at the highest energy level all the time, but about learning to shift intentionally when you want or need to.
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Our energy shapes our thinking, which drives our actions. By understanding our energy, we can shift our thinking and change our behavior.
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Awareness is the starting point. From awareness, we can choose consciously and set intentions aligned with our values.
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The goal is not perfection, but reliable shifts. Moving toward more resourceful energy levels helps us perform, lead, and grow sustainably.
Closing Thoughts
Success in life is not about proving you can do everything at once. It’s about understanding and embodying the energy that makes what matters possible—and sustainable.
My journey—from overwhelm to purposeful energy—has shown me that excellence is a daily practice of choosing thoughts and feelings that align with who we want to be.
Thank you for joining me for this inaugural edition. I look forward to continuing this journey together.
With gratitude and commitment to growth,
Tawny Hammond
Tawny Hammond Coaching
