THE VITAL SHIFT NEWSLETTER
Notes for Living Well
Insights, stories, and practices for a fulfilling life
Welcome. I’m so glad you’re here.
With my background in fashion, education, ethical leadership in management, and a practice in transformational life coaching, I help my clients overcome procrastination and move beyond paralyzing inner conflicts. If you’ve been feeling stuck or weighed down by indecision or self-doubt, you’re not alone—and you don’t have to stay there.
Together, we untangle what’s blocking your momentum and explore how fears and anxieties often link back to deeper, hidden layers. Through self-discovery practices, you'll expand your awareness, embrace creativity, make new plans, and step into a life that feels more aligned and fulfilling.
Since 2020, I’ve had the joy of teaching at NYIT, where my students have deeply inspired me with their engagement and curiosity. Their openness led me to embrace transformational coaching as a professional path—and for that, I’m deeply grateful.
The Vital Shift Newsletter is a gentle invitation to pause, breathe, and reconnect with yourself. It’s a space where you can find inspiration, clarity, and support as you navigate life’s shifts—big and small.
My passion for sharing knowledge that effectively helped me, and my clients drives me to write this Newsletter. I write it to share insights, stories, and actionable steps to help you break free from old patterns, embrace creativity, and enter a more aligned and fulfilling life. I hope these reflections offer you ideas and a sense of clarity and encouragement to take meaningful action in your life.
The Newsletter follows the natural rhythms of the seasons, inspired by the same wisdom that has guided my personal growth: intercultural and interdisciplinary studies, along with the Integrative Medicine approach. This perspective is grounded in the growing body of evidence, developed over the past two decades, showing how modern neuroscience continues to confirm key insights long held by ancient healing traditions from both East and West—such as the teachings of Hippocrates and Ayurveda.
At the core of my approach is a deep respect for Nature and the vital forces within the interconnected biosphere we all belong to. These natural cycles—what we call seasons—don’t just affect plants and animals; they also shape our energy, emotions, and capacity for change.
SPRING REFLECTIONS –Awakening & Clarity – Seeing Life with New Eyes
Spring is here in the Western Hemisphere! It's a season of renewal, energy, and fresh beginnings. Just as nature awakens, this is a powerful time for us to shed the weight of winter and step into a new phase of clarity and possibility. And it's a perfect time for me to start my 2025 Newsletter dedicated to cultivating clarity around the vitality we need to flourish in our lives. We need support and the courage to make those vital lifestyle shifts that will fuel our growth personally and professionally.
I remember the time in my life when I was struggling with fatigue; everything, even having fun, felt like a giant effort. It was a Sunday in Spring 2019 when I was walking in Central Park to a Tango dance gathering. I wanted to go and dance, but instead, I had to sit on a bench to catch my breath. A 10-minute pause becomes a much longer experience. Staying there, I started watching the flowers; I let myself immerse in the beauty of nature and of people moving around me. I heard a voice coming from inside me, probably my heart saying, "You want more than this!. It's time to find a new life, where beauty and charm are not only coming from the fashionable outfit you can pull together, but also from your being fully alive!"
I gently invite you to pause and reconnect, sit with a cup of your favorite tea, and stay with me while reading the post for 10 minutes. Imagine the possibility of embracing the energy of awakening and clarity—to see your life with new eyes, plant seeds of intention to strengthen good habits that express your essence, and recognize the hidden patterns shaping your experience.
Put your hand on your heart and ask yourself: Do I need to do it now? If so, I am thrilled to share my discoveries and tools with you.
In short, vitality is the essence of being alive. Yet, it's easy to take it for granted. In my journey, I learned that developing self-awareness about my feelings, thoughts, and beliefs allows me to be creative about fulfilling my needs and desires and intentionally making changes to increase my vitality when needed. I learned intentionality is crucial for enduring challenges and achieving growth because it is not just a mental idea; it pulls energy and resources from my whole self and entire life in the biosphere if I stay connected with Nature.
INSPIRING RESOURCES TO EXPLORE
In my coaching framework, The Vital Shift Roadmap, the first pivotal step is awareness—recognizing what is truly happening in our lives and shifting perspective to see new possibilities.
Spring offers the perfect moment to pause and ask:
🌱 What am I awakening to in my life right now?
🌱 What patterns am I repeating that do not support my vitality?
🌱 What is calling me forward into a new version of myself?
Just like nature sheds the old to make room for new growth, we too, must clear space in our minds and lives to invite in fresh energy.
Coaching Tool: Mental Spring-Cleaning Exercise
Step 1: Identify Clutter
Write down three thoughts, beliefs, or habits that feel heavy or limiting.
Step 2: Shift Perspective
For each one, ask:
- Are these thoughts, beliefs, or habits truly mine, or are they acquired?
- Are they still relevant if I don't care about other people's expectations?
- What would happen if I let this go?
- What new possibilities open up when I release them?
Step 3: Set an Intention
Choose one simple action you can take this week to invite clarity and movement in your life.
🌿 Example: Instead of saying, “I never have time for myself”, reframe it to “I can create space for what matters, starting with 10 minutes today.”
Food for Thought: I suggest watching David Strayer’s TEDx Talk, "Restore Your Brain with Nature.” This video is easily accessible on YouTube.
David Strayer is a professor of Cognitive Neuroscience in the Department of Psychology at the University of Utah who has been researching brain-based measures of cognitive restoration. In his informative, research-based talk of 2017, he shared his findings. This video can help you discover how scientific research proves that spending time in nature—without digital devices—enhances well-being and productivity by recharging your brain through cognitive restoration. Listening to this video provides food for thought and can support your motivation to start taking walks, spending time emotionally engaged in nature, and listening to your inner guidance.
Client Story – The Power of Seeing Things Differently
"Before coaching, I felt like I was stuck in a loop—constantly second-guessing myself. Through these activities, I’m starting to untangle everything. It’s been interesting to notice how certain fears and anxieties connect to deeper baggage I had not realized was there before." – Catia Adel
What would it feel like to break free from patterns that no longer serve you?
👉 Join my free workshop (details below!), and let’s explore how you can create your Vital Shift.
UPCOMING EVENTS
🔹THE VITAL SHIFT ROADMAP GUIDE - FREE WORKSHOP
Join me for a 90-minute virtual workshop designed to walk you through The Vital Shift Roadmap—a clear, step-by-step guide for reconnecting with yourself, building momentum, and creating lasting change. You’ll get a hands-on experience with my coaching approach and take the first steps toward meaningful, personal transformation.
Where: Online via Zoom
When: Date to be announced soon – stay tuned!
✨ Want to be the first to know when registration opens?
👉 Learn more and join the Waitlist for the free workshop
🔹 1:1 PRIVATE COACHING – SPRING OPENINGS
I am accepting new clients in April & May. Learn more about the Vitality & Growth Coaching Packages.
Where: Sessions on Zoom, materiale shared and weekly check in my coaching console.
When: Sessions are scheduled every two weeks. I am flexible to do weekly if requested.
Ready for a transformational 3-month Vital shift Jumpstart? Let’s talk.
👉 Book a complimentary Discovery Call
🔹 FLOURISH! SELF-CARE & CREATIVITY WORKSHOP
Step into a 2-day virtual experience dedicated to self-care, healing, and personal expression—guided by the beauty and symbolism of flowers. Reconnect with your inner vitality through reflective practices and creative exploration in a supportive space.
Where: Online via Zoom
When: Dates to be announced – stay tuned!
Duration: Two 3-hour sessions over two days (6 hours total)
🌸 Want to join us for this soul-nourishing workshop?
👉 Learn more and be notified when tickets go on sale
🔹 MEETING THE OTHER – COURSE & COACHING
Meeting the Other is a 15-week journey that blends learning and coaching to explore dating, courtship, mate selection, and the development of an intercultural mindset—essential for thriving in today’s globally connected world.
Where: Live sessions on Zoom, with course materials and weekly check-ins available through my coaching console.
When: Launching later this year—stay tuned for official dates and enrollment info!
🌍 Curious to join?
👉 Learn more about "Meeting the Others" and secure your space when registration opens.
Closing Thought – What Is Your Spring Awakening?
🌸 Spring reminds us that change is not forced—it is natural. Today, breathe, reflect, and embrace this fresh season. What is calling you forward?
🌿 If you’re ready to explore what’s next, I’d love to support you. Join my free workshop, explore coaching, or email and share: What’s one shift you’re ready to make this spring?
With Much Love & Encouragement,
Franca
LET'S STAY CONNECTED
If something in the newsletter sparks a realization, a question, or a desire for deeper exploration, I’d love to hear from you. Sometimes, the proper conversation at the right time can bring the clarity you need to move forward. Your journey is yours alone, but you don’t have to walk it alone. Let’s connect!
📩 Send me a message at franca@francafoligatti.com
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