International Coaching Federation defines coaching as partnering with clients in a thought-provoking and creative process that inspires them to maximize their personal and professional potential.
A life coach partners with his/her client to improve the quality of one or more areas of the client's life like career, financial, marriage, personal development etc. They are like your life's Uber taking you from where you are to where you would like to be. You set the goal and we work together to overcome any block (mindset, old mental conditionings, limiting beliefs, habits etc) that stand in your way to success.
Life coach does not give advice. Your life is your business. No one can tell you how to live it.
Life coach is not a therapist. We do not treat mental disorders.
Life coach is not a counselor or mentor or a friend either.
Life coaching is for anyone who has a burning desire to raise the quality of their lives and wants to live to the fullest. They have an open mind to learn about the workings of the mind. They love taking the journey inwards and raising their self awareness. They are committed to doing whatever is needed to move towards their desired state. They can form a trusting deep bond with their coach and be willing to share any relevant information about themselves that could be useful for their current goal. Some clients might also support from their family members or other stakeholders to make lasting life style changes.