Lara Haas Coaching, LLC-Fostering Flourishing Families

Hi FB friends! I've recently read several posts from individuals who are unhappy with the relationships they have with family members. If you aren't able to connect with your loved ones as you'd like and you feel it would be helpful to talk to others who understand what you're experiencing, reach out to me at [email protected] so I can share my flyer. I'm a family coach and would love to provide a safe support group for anyone interested. We'll meet either over Zoom or in person every other week for six sessions from September-November. Checkout my website to learn more: www.larahaascoaching.com .Please pass the message on. The sooner we fill the group, the sooner we can start healing!

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This afternoon I'd like to celebrate the one-year anniversary of Lara Haas Coaching!!! For those who have been following me, you'll know that I promised you a blog series on mindsets. My first three are up on my website. Please read them here:

https://www.larahaascoaching.com/mindset-its-not-just-in-your-mind/
https://www.larahaascoaching.com/making-the-most-of-a-mindful-mindset/
https://www.larahaascoaching.com/all-this-talk-of-mindsets-but-what-is-an-entrepreneurial-mindset/

I love to hear what my readers think and would like to invite you to request writings on specific topics of interest. Please share.

Have a marvelously mindful day!

All this Talk of Mindsets: But What IS an Entrepreneurial Mindset? – Lara Haas Coaching All this Talk of Mindsets: But What IS an Entrepreneurial Mindset? 0 I have written a 3-part blog series on mindsets. The first focuses on perhaps the most widely known and understood mindsets, including the growth, positive, abundance, and challenge mindsets. A second blog is dedicated to the mindf...

Adding Intention to Your New Year’s Resolutions

Happy New Year! January is a common time for people to set new year’s resolutions, an admirable idea, to be sure. If you’re anything like me, such resolutions are only somewhat effective however, as I find myself energized and ready to work toward new goals for only a few months. Once spring hits, I often lose interest and/or drive. Once the excitement of the holidays dwindles and the cold sets in, I have more time to sit and reflect. This time of relaxation energizes me in a new and different way, allowing me the opportunity to reconsider my intended direction.

Note my use of ‘intended’ here. I’d like to suggest that you set intentions for the new year rather than resolutions. You see, ‘resolve’ means ‘to decide firmly on a course of action,’ whereas ‘intend’ is defined ‘to design (someone or something) for a particular end.’ Therefore, while a resolution includes direction determining what or where, intention also has purpose, answering your why. It is not only a decision to act but also a design for how. Answering ‘why’ and ‘how’ dig deeper than sticking to the ‘what’ and ‘where.’

When I first resolved to start a coaching business last year, I had already determined my basic goal: to found a family coaching business that serves youth, adolescents, and adults convening by phone, over zoom, or in person at a mutually agreed-upon location. These were the nuts and bolts. I had heavily considered why I thought coaching would be my next move following careers in education and social work. But I had dozens of other questions rattling around my brain regarding how to get it off the ground.

I’m happy to announce that today marks seven months since I launched my website, www.larahaascoaching.com ! I acted intentionally about establishing my business and I intend to maintain this intentionality as I move into the second half of my first year in business.

I invite you to determine what your intentions are for the new year. Draft a plan and start checking off the action steps. If you get stuck and need a jumpstart, email me at [email protected]. It’s time to shift out of neutral and zoom ahead into 2024!

I still have space available. Reserve yours today!

My Fall Coaching Groups are fast approaching! I'm offering three distinct programs on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays in October and November. Please read the descriptions that follow, share with friends, and contact me with questions or to request registration information. Thank you so much!

Monday Morning Mindful Moments

Dates: October 16, 23, 30, November 6, 13

Time: Monday mornings

Location: Alternating West County Cafes

Cost: $250.00 for 5-week program

Size: Limited to 8

It’s personal renewal time!!! If you have some flexibility on Mondays, this group is for you. So much of our time and energy is spent on diverse commitments, often we struggle to prioritize our own needs. This coaching group is intended for individuals who would like to spend a little time each Monday on self-care. We’ll discover and practice using our strengths, being mindful of and acting upon our own wishes, heightening our experience of positive emotions, and finding the time ‘to just be’ without feeling that we should be doing something else. For questions and to register, call me at (636) 474-9112.

Tuesday Talking Tips with Tweens and Teens

Dates: October 17, 24, 31, November 7, 14

Times: Tuesday afternoons

Location: Alternating West County restaurants or libraries

Cost: $250.00 for a 5-week program

Size: Limited to 8

Do you struggle to communicate with your tween or teen? If so, you are certainly not alone. Come learn how to engage your 10-18-year-olds in conversation that doesn’t drive everyone crazy in the process! We’ll get to know and trust one another and share both frustrations and triumphs. Resources, tips, and youth/adolescent development education will be provided. For questions and to register, call me at (636) 474-9112.

Thoughtful Thursday Think Alouds for Introverts

Dates: October 19, 26, Nov 2, 9, 16

Time: We’ll choose a convenient time for the group

Location: Zoom

Cost: $250.00 for a 5-week program

Size: Limited to 5

Are you an introvert who wants to feel more comfortable socializing, but you just don’t know how to get there? I’ve been there, I’m still there! But I have learned how to make things work for me. I’d love to help you do the same. Join me for 5 consecutive Thursday Zoom calls. The group will be limited to 5 participants plus me so we can get to know one another and feel comfortable opening up. I’ll provide resources, tips, and research to inform our learning and promise a safe, respectful environment for all. For questions and to register, call me at (636) 474-9112.

Looking forward to meeting you soon! To learn more about my coaching services go to

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Good Wednesday morning!

As a family coach (and caring community member), a lot of parents come to me with concerns for their college-aged kids and/or their own challenges adapting to empty-nesthood. We all want what is best for our kids (no matter their age) and understandably, have trouble watching them struggle.. Adjusting to a new stage in life is hard and can be rather painful at times. I know, as my kids are 20 and 23. I'd love to help!

In addition to offering coaching services for youth, adolescents, and adults (www.larahaascoaching.com), I'd like to facilitate a support group for parents in this position. If I were to post a survey to learn what setting (in person/virtual), time (days, evenings, weekends), frequency (one a week, twice a month, monthly), and possible agenda topics, how many of you would be interested?

The more I think about this, the more excited I get. I really think this could be a wonderful way for us to support one another. Who's in?

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Hello and Happy Saturday! I will be out-of-town with little/no internet service for several weeks leading up to these start times. So, PLEASE RSVP BY SEPT. 15 SO I CAN PLAN ACCORDINGLY!

I'm excited to announce my Fall Coaching Groups! I'm offering three distinct programs on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays in October and November. Please read the descriptions that follow, share with friends, and contact me with questions or to request registration information. Thank you so much!
Monday Morning Mindful Moments
Program Details-
Dates: October 16, 23, 30, November 6, 13
Time: Monday mornings
Location: Alternating West County Cafes
Cost: $250.00 for 5-week program
Size: Limited to 8
Now that school has started, it’s personal renewal time!!! If you have some flexibility on Mondays once the kids are at school, this group is for you. So much of our time and energy is spent on family, often we struggle to prioritize our own needs. This coaching group is intended for parents who would like to spend a little time each Monday on self-care. We’ll discover and practice using our strengths, being mindful of and acting upon our own wishes, heightening our experience of positive emotions, and finding the time ‘to just be’ without feeling that we should be doing something else. If this sounds like something you'd be interested in, contact me for registration information: [email protected]. Questions? Reach out to me at (636) 474-9112.
Tuesday Talking Tips with Tweens and Teens
Program Details-
Dates: October 17, 24, 31, November 7, 14
Times: Tuesday afternoons
Location: Alternating West County restaurants or libraries
Cost: $250.00 for a 5-week program
Size: Limited to 8
Do you struggle to communicate with your tween or teen? If so, you are certainly not alone. Come learn how to engage your 10-18-year-olds in conversation that doesn’t drive everyone crazy in the process! We’ll get to know and trust one another and share both frustrations and triumphs. Resources, tips, and youth/adolescent development education will be provided. If this sounds like something you’d be interested in, email me for registration information: [email protected]. Questions? Reach out to me at (636) 474-9112.
Thoughtful Thursday Think Alouds for Introverts
Program Details-
Dates: October 19, 26, Nov 2, 9, 16
Time: We’ll choose a convenient time for the group
Location: Zoom
Cost: $250.00 for a 5-week program
Size: Limited to 5
Are you an introvert who wants to feel more comfortable socializing, but you just don’t know how to get there? I’ve been there, I’m still there! But I have learned how to make things work for me. I’d love to help you do the same. Join me for 5 consecutive Thursday Zoom calls. The group will be limited to 5 participants plus me so we can get to know one another and feel comfortable opening up. I’ll provide resources, tips, and research to inform our learning and promise a safe, respectful environment for all. If this sounds like something you’d be interested in, request registration information at [email protected]. Questions? Reach out to me at (636) 474-9112.
Looking forward to meeting you soon!

I'm excited to announce my Fall Coaching Groups! I'm offering three distinct programs on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays in October and November. Please read the descriptions that follow, share with friends, and contact me with questions or to request registration information. Thank you so much!

Monday Morning Mindful Moments
Program Details-
Dates: October 16, 23, 30, November 6, 13
Time: Monday mornings
Location: Alternating West County Cafes
Cost: $250.00 for 5-week program
Size: Limited to 8

Now that school has started, it’s personal renewal time!!! If you have some flexibility on Mondays once the kids are at school, this group is for you. So much of our time and energy is spent on family, often we struggle to prioritize our own needs. This coaching group is intended for parents who would like to spend a little time each Monday on self-care. We’ll discover and practice using our strengths, being mindful of and acting upon our own wishes, heightening our experience of positive emotions, and finding the time ‘to just be’ without feeling that we should be doing something else. If this sounds like something you'd be interested in, contact me for registration information: [email protected]. Questions? Reach out to me at (636) 474-9112.

Tuesday Talking Tips with Tweens and Teens
Program Details-
Dates: October 17, 24, 31, November 7, 14
Times: Tuesday afternoons
Location: Alternating West County restaurants or libraries
Cost: $250.00 for a 5-week program
Size: Limited to 8

Do you struggle to communicate with your tween or teen? If so, you are certainly not alone. Come learn how to engage your 10-18-year-olds in conversation that doesn’t drive everyone crazy in the process! We’ll get to know and trust one another and share both frustrations and triumphs. Resources, tips, and youth/adolescent development education will be provided. If this sounds like something you’d be interested in, email me for registration information: [email protected]. Questions? Reach out to me at (636) 474-9112.

Thoughtful Thursday Think Alouds for Introverts
Program Details-
Dates: October 19, 26, Nov 2, 9, 16
Time: We’ll choose a convenient time for the group
Location: Zoom
Cost: $250.00 for a 5-week program
Size: Limited to 5

Are you an introvert who wants to feel more comfortable socializing, but you just don’t know how to get there? I’ve been there, I’m still there! But I have learned how to make things work for me. I’d love to help you do the same. Join me for 5 consecutive Thursday Zoom calls. The group will be limited to 5 participants plus me so we can get to know one another and feel comfortable opening up. I’ll provide resources, tips, and research to inform our learning and promise a safe, respectful environment for all. If this sounds like something you’d be interested in, request registration information at [email protected]. Questions? Reach out to me at (636) 474-9112.

Looking forward to meeting you soon!

Happy HOT (in St. Louis) Tuesday! I've received a lot of interest in life coaching for teens and young adults lately. The only problem is, the inquiries are coming from you, the parents. That's not a problem in and of itself. However, if you want to get your kiddo help, but your kiddo hasn't committed, we're at a standstill. Right? This is a common theme! Young people are busy with so many things, and it's the start of a new school year. So, THIS is the time to get on top of things, not once the year is half gone and it's harder to dig ourselves out.

So, I wanted to share a blog I wrote specifically for you, giving tips on how to help your 18-24-year-old feel comfortable getting help! www.larahaascoaching.com/guidance-for-helping-your-adolescent-or-young-adult-child-commit-to-life-coaching/ In the blog, I link another blog that I wrote for your adolescent/young adult. These are examples of the over two dozen posts I have available on my website www.larahaascoaching.com. You can receive these as they are published when you subscribe to my free newsletter at www.larahaascoaching.com/freebie.

The main thing to remember is, we can't help our kids without involving our kids. TALK TO THEM about what their wishes and goals are. HYPE THEM UP and encourage them to think that THEY CAN DO IT! If they want to but don't know how, then you say, "Well I know a coach who can help." Or, ask your kiddo to contact me directly. Yes, PUT THEM IN THE DRIVER'S SEAT. It is their life. We can help. But we can't do it for them. We need to work together.

If you'd like to chat, drop me an email at [email protected] and let's get going!
Thanks for reading.

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Hello! I'm excited to share that I have a new page on my website: www.larahaascoaching.com/experience, highlighting my extensive education/licensing and varied work experience as they pertain to my work as a coach!

I have also registered with Psychology Today and Noomii's Directories of therapists/coaches. And I now have over 20 blogs published at www.larahaascoaching.com/blog. Check them out.

In addition, I've begun a monthly newsletter in which I share the benefits of living with gratitude. If you're interested in receiving these motivational letters straight to your mailbox as they're published, sign up at www.larahaascoaching.com/freebie.

I am really enjoying the work I'm doing with others. So far, the majority of my clients have been youth who I'm helping with a number of social, emotional, and academic requests. I'd love to help your kiddos as well as anyone else in the family who would benefit. Reach out today at [email protected]!

And please remember to keep spreading the word. Thank you so much! Lara

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Have you spent any time thinking about how your past successes affect your future aspirations? I invite you to read my blog https://www.larahaascoaching.com/rallying-past-successes-to-fuel-future-aspirations/ and think about one instance you could use to help find additional success in the future. Share your insights so we can learn from one another!

Rallying Past Successes to Fuel Future Aspirations – Lara Haas Coaching Rallying Past Successes to Fuel Future Aspirations 0 Have you ever given much thought to how your past experiences affect your future success? I’ve been thinking a lot about how my multiple careers have built upon one another. It got me thinking, and I’d like to share some of this story with you...

Good morning! I was thinking about how my emotions affect my broader state of (well)being a few days ago and decided to get some of my thoughts down on paper (computer, really!). I recognize how happiness often comes from a sense of joy. I tend to be an optimistic person but hadn’t really contemplated the relationship between it and hope. Check out one of my newer blogs https://www.larahaascoaching.com/joy-is-to-happiness-as-hope-is-to-____/ and leave a comment so I know what you think!

Joy is to Happiness as Hope is to ____? – Lara Haas Coaching Joy is to Happiness as Hope is to ____? 0 How are joy, happiness, hope, and optimism related? I think of joy and hope as emotions while happiness and optimism are states of being. In other words, joy is an emotion felt by someone who is happy, contented, or satisfied, while hope is an emotion felt b...

Are you a forgiving person? I know, it's kind of a weird question without any context. But I've been thinking about it since I wrote a blog on it this week. How do you respond when someone has wronged you? Does it eat at you for a long time? Really, if we could forgive others when we are upset, wouldn't we be so much happier? I'd love to hear your ideas. If you'd like to learn more, please read my blog https://www.larahaascoaching.com/forgiveness-act-or-attitude/
and let me know what you think!

I'm awestruck by my new puppy! Awe is a complex emotion. According to Lani Shiota of the Greater Good Science Center at the University of California, Berkeley, it is "a fundamental part of being human-making our bodies and minds more receptive to new information, new experiences, and life’s deeper meaning." Anytime we take Penny out, people of all ages come running to pet her. What is it about young people and animals that’s so attractive to others? Go to https://www.larahaascoaching.com/im-awestruck-by-my-little-penny-puppy/ to read my blog about Penny and how the science of awe plays out in our daily lives!

Hello! I’m new to the group and wanted to introduce myself. My name is Lara Haas and I’m a family coach. I offer life, parent, and relationship coaching for youth, adolescents, and adults. Check out my website at Larahaascoaching.com, follow me on my page, or email me at [email protected] and let me help you discover your strengths, develop a growth mindset, and live your best life!

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Hello! Please check out my new website Larahaascoaching.com and reach out to me if you would like to know more about my family (life, parent, and relationship) coaching business! I serve all ages-youth, adolescents, and adults and work from the framework of positive psychology. Follow me here, subscribe to my newsletter (sign up available on website), or email me at [email protected]. Have a wonderful day! Lara

Lara Haas Coaching – Fostering Flourishing Families Start living your best life today. Never miss a newsletter! Receive the latest resources from Lara Haas Coaching, LLC in your inbox as soon as they're published. YES, PLEASE ADD ME TO YOUR MAILING LIST! ARE YOU... Looking for motivation in pursuing a significant goal? Wishing to bring greater meanin...

Hello! I’d like to announce the launch of my new family coaching business website: www.Larahaascoaching.com. Please check it out and share to your networks. Thank you!!!