Coaching with Compassion: Built From the Bottom up

Welcome to the 47th episode of the Back to Human Podcast.

On this episode I sit down with coach Guy Alteme whose path to coaching was forged through deep personal hardship and a bout of homelessness. Guy shares how financial struggles shaped his approach to life, relationships, and ultimately, his coaching philosophy.

We dive into:

• ​What led Guy into financial hardship
• ​How stepping in to help someone can sometimes inhibit their growth
• ​How to not take it personally when clients fall off—and how to dig deeper into what's really going on
• ​The importance of non-verbal communication and presence
• ​The role of willpower and how it carried him through rock bottom
• ​How past experiences sparked a deep interest in truly connecting with others
• ​The power of being present with the client in front of you
• ​What two instances of homelessness taught him about materialism and putting people before objects
• ​The toll that giving to others can take on intimate relationships
• ​How Guy refills his own cup and stays grounded
• ​His approach to nutrition and health
• ​Why so many people are on medications and the need to think critically
• ​The balance between what clients want and what they truly need
• ​The importance of support systems—and not getting stuck in grief

If you're feeling overwhelmed, exhausted, or out of touch—this conversation is a gentle return to the power of presence, empathy, and inner strength.