Coaching with Compassion: Built From the Bottom up

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 hardship​How stepping in to help someone can sometimes inhibit their growth​How to not take it personally when clients fall off—and how to dig deeper into what's really going on​The importance of non-verbal communication and presence​The role of willpower and how it carried him through rock bottom​How past experiences sparked a deep interest in truly connecting with others​The power of being present with the client in front of you​What two instances of homelessness taught him about materialism and putting people before objects​The toll that giving to others can take on intimate relationships​How Guy refills his own cup and stays grounded​His approach to nutrition and health​Why so many people are on medications and the need to think critically​The balance between what clients want and what they truly need​The 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.