AboutKathleen Barton Expertise Do you sometimes question where your life is headed? I work with people to help them define their purpose and direction in life. I can help you gain insights into your values and priorities, your passions, your interests, talents, and future contributions. I can provide direction on writing your personal mission statement. A personal mission statement is a powerful document that expresses your personal sense of purpose and meaning in life. It acts as a motivating force, and will help you lead a more meaningful life.
Experience As a keynote speaker, workshop presenter, and coach I specialize in purpose/passion, maximizing potential, career success, and work/life balance. As a career and life coach, I help my clients: clarify their purpose, values, and goals; attain their goals more quickly; clarify career direction; maintain better life balance; and ultimately achieve their full potential.
I am also the author of Connecting with Success book, Finding Your Purpose and Passion in Life workbook, and The Balancing Act: Managing Work & Life audio/workbook.
Organizations I belong to several professional organizations including American Society for Training & Development, National Speakers Association, and Sacramento Coaches Association.
Publications I have written articles that have appeared in numerous publications, including The Executive and Prosper Magazine, among others.
Education/Credentials I earned a Bachelors degree in Psychology and a Masters degree in Business from California State Universities. As a certified Success Coach, I received my training at the Institute for Professional Empowerment Coaching.
Past/Present clients My key clients include Hewlett-Packard Company, M&M/Mars, Nationwide Insurance, and PricewaterhouseCoopers, among others.
Expert: Kathleen Barton Date: 4/19/2008 Subject: Felling Lost
Question I feel so lost right now, im 21 and in my first year at university, before i came
here i thought i knew exactly who i was, i had such a passion for my work
and its all i wanted to do, i tried so hard at college and did really well but
since ive been at uni i just could not care less anymore. everyday just seems
like an effort, i keep on working even though ive lost intrest cus im telling
myself that ill eventually get back to how i was. i just seem unhappy but i
cant actually figure out why, i have great friends and im happy in myself but
something isnt right. i know if it wasnt for my parents back home i would
pack up everything and get on a plane somewhere and just keep going, i dont
know what has happend to make me feel like this, its like someone has just
clicked there fingers and now im unhappy, is it normal to suddenly feel like
this and what do you think i should do. hope you can give me abit of advice.
xx
Answer Hi Wil,
I'm sorry to hear of your plight. I must say that it sounds a bit unusual that you all of a sudden feel unhappy and listless. I wonder if a health issue may be affecting the way you feel. You mention that every day seems like an effort. Are you feeling tired and have little energy? Our physical health can certainly impact our emotional well-being. I would suggest that you start by seeing a doctor and have a complete physical.
If the cause is not physical, then it may be an emotional issue. Think back to when you first started feeling unhappy. Did any important events precede this? Did you have any major disappointments? These could be clues as to why you're feeling the way you are. Your next step may be to see a therapist.
I hope you're able to find the cause of your unhappiness. I wish you well!
Best Wishes,
Kathleen Barton
Speaker, Author, and Life Balance Coach
