Becoming a spiritual life coach is a deeply transformative and personal journey—one that requires introspection, dedication, and a heartfelt commitment to serving others on their path to enlightenment. For me, this journey unfolded through years of exploring practices like energy medicine, dreamwork, rituals, and tarot—each helping me to deepen my connection to the divine and, ultimately, guiding me to my calling as a spiritual life coach. In this post, I’ll share how these modalities shaped my understanding of healing and empowered me to guide others on their own spiritual paths. Through my experiences, you’ll discover how embracing these tools can lead to profound personal growth and enable you to step into the role of a spiritual life coach yourself. If you feel the call to embark on this journey, I invite you to read on, as I share insights and reflections that might just ignite your own path toward becoming a guide and healer for others.
The Initial Spark of Connection and the Role of Reiki:
As a child, my inherent connection to the unseen forces that guide us was already starting to shape the path ahead of me, even though I didn’t yet understand it in the language I have now. I recall one particular memory that stands out vividly: at just four years old, I sat quietly in a closet, my blind puppy nestled in front of me, and instinctively, I placed my hands on him, hoping for healing. Though I didn’t comprehend the depth of what I was doing, there was a deep sense of knowing that something bigger than me was at work. My young heart and mind were unaware of the healing energies at play, but I felt that something unseen was guiding both the puppy and me. It was in those early moments that I unknowingly began practicing the very essence of energy work, a concept that would later come full circle when I discovered Reiki.
My grandmother, nurturing my early instincts, shared with me the wisdom of plants and the rhythms of nature. She taught me how to grow, harvest, and apply herbs, giving me the tools to see how nature's gifts could nurture life. These early lessons provided a foundation for a deeper understanding of the balance between what can be seen and unseen, setting me on the path of healing and connection that I follow today. The wisdom she imparted mirrored the very principles I would later learn through Reiki—how to channel life force energy to promote healing, balance, and renewal.
When I first encountered Reiki, it felt like remembering something I had always known but never fully understood. Reiki brought clarity to the intuitive healing experiences I had as a child. It became a formalized practice through which I could consciously tap into the energy that flows through all living things. Reiki provided me with the tools to not only heal others but to refine my own energy, guiding me to understand how the subtle energies of the universe weave through every living being. This practice expanded my understanding of the interconnectedness of all life, a truth that my early experiences with my puppy and my grandmother had hinted at, but Reiki allowed me to consciously explore and embrace.
Through Reiki, I came to understand that healing is not just about the physical—it is a deep, energetic process that engages the emotional, mental, and spiritual layers of our being. Each Reiki session I experienced felt like a reunion with a long-lost part of myself, offering me a profound sense of peace and connection. And just as I had once sat with my blind puppy, instinctively offering to heal, Reiki now provided me with a clear, intentional way to direct that energy toward healing and transformation.
The Slow Unfolding of a New Path:
When I stepped away from a more traditional career, it wasn’t an epiphany or sudden realization—it was more of an unfolding process, a peeling away of layers of old expectations and self-imposed limitations. At first, it felt like a confusing, even uncomfortable, process. I was transitioning from a well-defined career into an unknown, which wasn’t clearly mapped out. The questions that arose about my purpose, and the life I wanted to create, sometimes overwhelmed me. But as I looked inward, I discovered an ever-deepening trust in the practices I had cultivated. Dreamwork, for example, became a powerful tool for uncovering hidden parts of myself. Dreams, with their rich symbolism and potent messages, became a bridge to unspoken truths, emotions, and desires. They offered guidance that felt far beyond my conscious thoughts.
Meditation and journaling then became a space for reflection, providing me with the opportunity to sit quietly with my thoughts, my fears, and my growing insights. Through these practices, I learned how to create a non-judgmental space within myself—where I could explore what felt aligned and expansive versus what felt constricting. It became clear to me that this process was not about having all the answers right away, but about embracing the unfolding journey with patience. Writing down my reflections was a steadying force that helped me navigate the uncertainty, and the clarity came gradually, piece by piece.
Tarot and Rituals as Tools of Reflection and Reconnection:
Tarot added a profound layer to my self-reflection. It wasn’t about predicting a future, but about receiving messages that highlighted both the light and shadow aspects of my choices. Each spread invited me to explore the nuances of my journey—what opportunities lay before me, and what cautions I should heed. The cards became a trusted tool for navigating the emotional landscape I was moving through. They mirrored the wisdom that I was uncovering within myself, reaffirming my intuition and guiding me when I felt uncertain. Tarot illuminated my path and reminded me that life is filled with choices and opportunities to evolve, but it’s the awareness of these choices that empowers us to make them with intention.
Rituals, too, became vital to my process of growth. They were not just external acts but moments of deep, intentional connection. Whether it was lighting a candle to mark a special intention or creating elaborate sacred ceremonies, each ritual infused my days with meaning. These acts helped me honor my journey and the divine energy that guided me. Rituals provided me with the sacred space to pause and reflect, allowing me to ground myself in the present moment and align with the cycles of nature. They became anchors during times of uncertainty, offering a sense of stability and peace.
The Role of Energy Medicine in My Healing Journey:
Energy medicine also became integral to my healing journey. It taught me how to tune into my body’s subtle energy systems and address imbalances that impacted my mental, emotional, and physical well-being. Through these practices, I learned to recognize when my energy was stagnant or blocked and how to use specific techniques to release these blockages. I began to realize that my energy was not just a passive entity but something I could actively engage with and nourish. By harmonizing my energy field, I was able to restore vitality and balance, which allowed me to step more fully into my authentic self. It was a transformative experience, helping me cultivate a greater awareness of how my energy interacted with the world around me.
Today’s Purpose: Guiding Others Toward Their Authentic Paths:
Today, I channel these practices into my work as a Spiritual Life Coach, which is dedicated to helping others uncover their own inner wisdom. I guide my clients toward embracing the natural cycles of life, nurturing their growth through tools like dreamwork, meditation, tarot, rituals, and energy healing. These tools serve as a map for self-discovery—helping my clients listen to their intuition, trust the unfolding process, and create deeply fulfilling lives. Each session is a partnership, where we explore together how to transform obstacles into opportunities and how to align with what feels authentic and expansive.
Through this work, I help others see that clarity doesn’t come in a single moment of revelation—it’s a process, one that requires patience, trust, and a willingness to move through life with an open heart. Life isn’t about having all the answers right away, but rather about developing the courage to move forward and trust that each step is leading us exactly where we need to go.
Read more about Nicole Bills' inspiring journey of healing, growth, and guidance in her latest interview—read the full story here.
