Shelby Mirziteh

I’m a 37-year-old, trans, non-binary parent and veteran who’s lived a wildly dynamic life. I’ve navigated childhood trauma, combat deployments, careers in massage therapy and technology, marriage, parenthood, divorce, poverty, financial success, and gender transition. One of my toughest battles has been moving from “making it” in the corporate world, back into authenticity. I fought hard for that sense of safety, stability, and comfort—but it turned out it was a cage. A comfy, safe cage sure—but still a cage. I had to confront my fears, examine my patterns, and honestly decide what kind of life I genuinely wanted—not the one society expected of me. Is it easy? HELL NO! Is it worth it to live authentically? ABSOLUTELY. I truly believe the world becomes better when more people live authentic, inspired, purpose-driven lives. I’ve sat in jobs that paid well, yet the thought of doing them until retirement was soul-crushing. Coaching, therapy, 100s of books, and a sh*tload of real-life experience taught me that my purpose lives in serving others through transitions—especially those feeling stuck or lost in their careers. There’s plenty of personal development stuff out there, but advice alone doesn’t change lives. At the end of the day, your actions do. Working with a coach for deep insights, targeted actions, and genuine accountability has made all the difference for me—and I know it can for you too.