magic + agile = transformation
I am Paulé Wood, Professional Wayfinder
this is practical magic
Want transformation? Have no idea how to go from where you are now to the life that you desire?
I am a coach and mentor for professionals who want to do more than just work for The Man. I’m gonna use the word “coach” here — it’s not my favorite because of the power dynamic, and because I didn’t have a great experience with the more traditional type of sports coaches in my lifetime. But it’s the word we’ve got, and you know what I’m talking about when I say “I offer coaching sessions.” If you want to buy me a whistle and a striped jersey for xmas… I won’t wear it ;)
I offer the alchemy of my Northern European magical practice combined with my years as a User Experience Designer in the software industry. I combine UX tools, Agile theory, and the Celtic Wheel of the Year to give you practical tools for iterative, robust transformation.
I can be your guide to radically and beautifully transforming your life with practical tools and manageable steps. We will gather your dreams, prioritize a working order, and then create iterative, doable steps to get you the life you want.
you are possible
We all deserve the chance to create a rich and rewarding life story, and we are all capable of great change. In our journeys - literal and metaphorical - we must reach beyond our comfort in order to grow; but guides and tools can support us along the way. I believe that we all have the wisdom necessary to do this, but it’s been conditioned out of us.
I am committed to offering a practice that moves beyond shame and guilt. One of my favorite words in the world is “and.” As a trans nonbinary person, my life practice is to see beyond the binary in every way. I will help you see and curiously inquire into the places in your life where there seems to only be either/or, black & white.
I will ask you to address your fears and blocks as part of the process, and to move at the speed with which your body and your emotions can move. We move at your speed, but also with a framework that makes the impossible possible.
working with me
There are three main portals into your being: mind, body, and spirit. No matter which one we enter, we touch all three.
Mind: We live in a world dominated by linear time and capitalism. Let’s collaborate on ways to find your whole self.
Take a sabbatical
Pursue a meaningful career change
Discover how to make lasting change
Adjust your life to care for a loved one without losing yourself in the process
Use practical steps towards realizing your dreams
Body: Your body is a record of your memories. What does your body need to say to you or to express?
Receive dearmouring (external only)
Have a conversation with your chronic pain or a medical diagnosis
Spirit: We need ceremony to mark time and rites of passage. Yet most modern culture doesn’t recognize this.
Design your personal Rite of Passage
Blessing ceremonies
Ceremony for the passing of a pet
We work together: you have the knowledge of where you want to go, and I am the experienced guide. Together, we’ll map the territory and make some beautiful discoveries.
If you read this and think: “I don’t have the time or the money to make big shifts like this!” let’s talk. I have helped clients find space for their dreams amidst work and family commitments!
Read this case study
who i am
I am Paulé Wood, a trans nonbinary person who uses they/them pronouns. I bring a variety of influences to my coaching work, including:
25 years in tech, and over a decade in software development as a user experience designer
Professional certification as a life coach, de-armouring practitioner, wilderness first responder, and a yoga teacher, among many other trainings
Seven years of training in Northern European magic
Facilitator training with Holistic Resistance, an organization which facilitates discussion, learning, and connection so we can dismantle racial disparity and develop life-long relationships
A wide variety of life, career, and travel experiences
I hope to be a narrowboat captain someday.
the land that i’m on
I am currently residing on Coast Salish, Stillaguamish, Duwamish, Suquamish lands. Find the lands you’re on at native-land.ca
coaching "safer space" beliefs and intentions
I believe strongly in the dignity, worth and value of all individuals, and in honoring, respecting and appreciating my clients. I know that it is impossible to create an entirely “safe” space, but I am dedicated to holding the safest, most affirming space I am capable of for individuals of any race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, age, ancestry, physical/mental ability, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, gender identity, gender expression, and socioeconomic status.
To this end, I have worked and will continue to work to increase my awareness of my own bias and privilege as well as systemic bias and privilege, and I will strive to be aware of the ways in which these may impact you in our work together.
If while we are working together, you have feedback on how I can improve in these areas, I would be very grateful if you would let me know.
“Not a hellbent capitalist, not a wimpy woo”
— AUDREY
contact me
Feel free to contact me with any questions.