Below you will find 7 stories that demonstrate what it means to fulfill one's potential; of what it means to acquire self-knowledge and the impact this has on self-actualization; of what it means to be.

Each story is a unique portrait of life before, during and after the individual's Experience. Each has been written from interviews with the individual as well as material contained within each individual's session reviews.

The stories do not reflect an accumulation of the best stories that can be told nor do they reflect the worst. They reflect what can normally be expected from The DLS Experience one-to-one executive coaching or life coaching programme.

These are not stories of sacrificing one thing to get another. They are tales of getting everything from knowing one thing; a single understanding that in many ways changed everything each individual had come to know. As you are about to read there is no limit to what an individual can do when he or she knows who to be.

Christine
Fancy job title, big salary, expensive cars, beautiful home, summer weekends on her boat and she is under 40. Christine has a lot going for her. She is well-liked by staff and peers and highly regarded by senior management. She's a dedicated employee who works long hours. Like any mother she would like to spend more time at home. Like any ambitious individual she enjoys the challenge found in the workplace. On the outside Christine is friendly, considerate, respectful, compassionate, and fun; all the things you see in 'good people.' On the inside Christine is stressed and frustrated. She is always 'plugged in,' always on the go and always (trying) to catch up. Life cannot continue at its current pace. The problem is: Christine doesn't know how to slow down. Read more.

Raj
Raj is also under 40 (closer to 30). He loves his job as a Sales Support Engineer. He is very good at it, and like Christine, is highly liked and respected. With a young son at home Raj is faced with a common dilemma; how does he continue his climb up the corporate ladder without neglecting his family and his self? Stress and uncertainty are constant companions. Work/life balance is non-existent. Physical wellness is getting worst. Read more.

Bill
Unlike Christine and Raj, Bill does not enjoy his job. 'Hates' would be a better word. His passion is gone. It left with his self. Focused on 'getting ahead' for so many years Bill has reached the point where he no longer knows who he is. Like Christine and Raj, Bill is a joy to be around. He's a model husband, father and friend who will do anything for anyone. It's time to start being someone for his self. Read more.

Darren
As a Vice President and General Manager Darren enjoys being a leader. He is responsible for a software division within a billion dollar organisation and relishes the leadership opportunity attached to his position. He knows that the division is capable of doing so much more. He also knows that he needs to do more for his wife, young daughter and his self. How does he achieve his personal AND professional vision? Read more.

Anne
The youngest of the group, Anne maintains another distinction; her life knows greater highs and lows. She needs to lose weight, quit smoking and get to the gym. She has received two internal awards in recognition of work-related achievements. As one of the youngest managers in the company her future looks bright. The view within tells a different story. Anne struggles (greatly) with self-confidence. With so much going for her on the outside there is no reason for so much self-doubt within. Control over her emotions has been placed in the hands of others. Like a puppet on a string there is no (self) control. How will she ever break free? Read more.

Craig
Craig has his own distinction; no one knows his lows. He is at one of the worst points of his life. Stress consumes everything. He loves his family. He as a good job with a great company. His finances are in order. None of this matters. The pain within his self is so severe that it blocks any sunlight that attempts to shine in other areas of his life. Unlike the individuals above, Craig's pain hides from no one. On all but the rarest occasions he is not someone you want to be around. Craig is fully aware of this. He is also aware that he has no clue as to how his life is going to get better. Read more.

David
No one knows David's highs. He assimilates his Experience like a dry sponge absorbs water. While others realise tremendous success integrating the knowledge gained from their Experience within their existing behavior, to include how they communicate, David's becomes his Experience. He puts it out for all to see and hear. His results, as they should, reflect the power of one's self. Read more.