Coaching with Compassion: Built From the Bottom up
Back to Human - A podcast by James Andriella
Welcome to the 47th episode of the Back to Human Podcast.On this episode I sit down with coach Guy Alteme whose path to coaching was forged through deep personal hardship and a bout of homelessness. Guy shares how financial struggles shaped his approach to life, relationships, and ultimately, his coaching philosophy.We dive into:What led Guy into financial hardshipHow stepping in to help someone can sometimes inhibit their growthHow to not take it personally when clients fall off—and how to dig deeper into what's really going onThe importance of non-verbal communication and presenceThe role of willpower and how it carried him through rock bottomHow past experiences sparked a deep interest in truly connecting with othersThe power of being present with the client in front of youWhat two instances of homelessness taught him about materialism and putting people before objectsThe toll that giving to others can take on intimate relationshipsHow Guy refills his own cup and stays groundedHis approach to nutrition and healthWhy so many people are on medications and the need to think criticallyThe balance between what clients want and what they truly needThe importance of support systems—and not getting stuck in griefIf you're feeling overwhelmed, exhausted, or out of touch—this conversation is a gentle return to the power of presence, empathy, and inner strength.
