Nutrition Coaching: How A Great Nutrition Program Can Transform Your Life!

Hi there! I'm Amanda, the founder of The Wellness Compass, and I’m so glad you’re here. To share why this company is so close to my heart, I'd love to tell you a bit of my story. Get cozy—this journey has been a long and meaningful one!

So for most of my life, I struggled with my weight and felt lost when it came to living a truly healthy life. Growing up, I didn’t know much about nutrition or the small, healthy choices that make life feel fuller and better. I tried countless fad diets, quick fixes, and programs that seemed promising, always hoping they’d be the answer. But I could never keep the weight off. I didn’t fully give up, but I was exhausted—and so was my body, mind, and heart. Naturally, my motivation started to fade.

Then, in my mid-20s, I saw a photo of myself as a bridesmaid at my best friend’s wedding and didn’t recognize the person staring back at me. I burst into tears. I felt lost...ashamed...angry and countless other emotions. More than anything, that moment was my wake-up call. I realized there had to be a better way—a way to truly take care of myself and feel good inside and out.

Determined to find that way, I dove into learning everything I could about nutrition and wellness. It wasn’t an overnight transformation—it took years of small steps—but little by little, I found my way. I became certified in nutrition, explored ways to move my body that I enjoyed, and eventually lost over 130 pounds. But along the way, I discovered something even more important: wellness is about so much more than weight. True happiness, peace, and fulfillment come from within, and have little to do with how you look on the outside- I know... shocking. It was for me too.

This realization gave me a strength I’d never known. For the first time, I felt confident enough to travel, take chances, and explore a life more free from fear and self-doubt than ever before. That journey led me to Thailand, where I became a teacher at an international school and joined a budding wellness program. That program grew, and I grew with it, falling even more in love with wellness and helping others. Seeing the positive impact on people’s lives, especially with initiatives I had created, gave me a deep sense of purpose-one that still inspires me every single day. This ignited a passion for guiding others on their own wellness journeys—especially with the hope that they could find their path sooner than I did. Time is precious, and no one should feel held back from living their most vibrant, happy, meaningful life.

That's my story...that’s why I became a Certified Life Coach with a focus on Wellness and Nutrition and started The Wellness Compass. My mission is to help you find your unique path to wellness, no matter where you’re starting from. Here, you’ll find a safe, caring space to explore what wellness means for you. Together, we’ll take small, meaningful steps to nourish your body, mind, and heart so you can live with more joy, peace, and fulfillment.

This journey will be at your pace, on your terms, with no judgment—just warmth, kindness, and encouragement every step of the way. It’s about creating a life that feels true to who you are—a life where you can embrace new experiences, savor the little moments, and unlock the incredible potential already inside you. Whether you’re looking for nutrition guidance, support through life’s challenges, or simply don’t know where to start, I’ll walk with you every step of the way to help you create a path that’s truly yours—a path that lifts you up, nourishes your soul, and fills your life with light.

I'm so excited you're here. Lets get started!