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You know something has to change.

One-on-one life coaching for people who are done coasting and ready to actually choose — their work, their relationships, their next chapter.

Shubhra Madkaikar
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You've already done the work.

You've read the books. Listened to the podcasts on your commute. Maybe even tried therapy, a journal, a vision board. And some of it helped — for a while.

But you're still waking up feeling like you're managing your life instead of living it.

You know what you don't want. You're less sure what you actually do.

And every plan you make gets quietly shelved by the same week.

does this sound familiar —

Are you feeling like...

Second-guessing yourself, even on things you know well.

Struggling to say no, then resenting it afterward.

Watching your confidence vanish the moment you walk into a room.

Overthinking the small stuff until it swallows the whole day.

Successful on paper, empty everywhere else.

Circling back to the same relationship patterns, just a different person.

Knowing you're capable of more, with no idea where to start.

how this started —

Where this comes from

Why I do this

Ten years ago I was the person everyone came to for advice — and the last person who took my own. I was good at my job and quietly miserable, telling myself "later" every time something in me asked for a change. What got me unstuck wasn't a plan. It was someone asking me one honest question and actually waiting for the answer. That's the work I do now.

how we'll work —

Your path, step by step

step 1

Book a discovery call

A free 20-minute conversation, no pressure — just to see if it's a fit.

step 2

Understand your goals

We get specific about where you actually are — not where you think you should be. No fixing yet, just clear sight.

step 3

Personalized coaching plan

We build a path that fits your actual life — your energy, your constraints, your season.

step 4

Weekly coaching 1:1 sessions

Regular sessions to keep you moving — this is where the change stops being theoretical.

step 5

Become your best self

The change sticks because you've practiced it, not just planned it.

who you'd be working with —

Meet your coach

Shubhra Madkaikar

I'm a certified coach navigating a real crossroads — career, identity, relationships, or all three at once.

I'm direct, warm, and not interested in platitudes. If you want someone to just agree with you, I'm probably not your coach. If you want someone to help you tell yourself the truth, kindly — let's talk.

picture this —

Imagine if...

Imagine waking up and not immediately bracing for the day. Feeling confident before you've had to talk yourself into it. Clear about what actually matters, instead of pulled in six directions. Emotionally steady, even when things aren't easy — peaceful, rather than just busy. Moving through your days with a sense of purpose instead of drifting through them, able to say what you mean without rehearsing it first. And somewhere down the line, catching yourself proud of who you've become. That's not a fantasy — it's what this work is for.

working together —

What it looks like

All packages start with a free 20-minute discovery call — no pressure, just a conversation to see if it's a fit.

"If you've made it this far, I believe you're here for a reason. Growth begins with one brave decision, and I'd be honored to walk alongside you on your journey."

Questions people ask before booking

How is this different from therapy?

Therapy often looks back to understand and heal. Coaching looks forward — it's about designing your next steps and building the habits to get there. Many clients do both, for different reasons.

What if I don't know what I want yet?

That's genuinely the most common starting point. The first few sessions are built around figuring that out together, not assuming you already have it mapped.

How soon will I see results?

Most clients notice a shift in clarity within the first two sessions, and a shift in actual behavior by session four or five. Lasting change usually needs 3+ months.

How many sessions do I need?

It varies by person, but most clients feel real clarity within the first few sessions, and lasting change usually takes 3+ months. We'll figure out the right pace together on your discovery call.

Is coaching confidential?

Yes. Whatever you share in our sessions stays between us.

Do you offer online sessions?

Yes — sessions are exclusively online, so we can work together from wherever you are.

Will coaching really help me?

That depends on how ready you are to be honest with yourself. If you're willing to show up and do the work between sessions, coaching can move you further than you'd expect.

Do you offer payment plans?

Yes — payment plan options are discussed after your discovery call, once we know what path fits you best.

one more thing —

You don't have to figure this out alone.

Twenty minutes, no obligation, just a real conversation about where you're stuck.

Book your free discovery call

DM me on Instagram @bloomwithpurpose or call 7378332123