The field guide to Carpediemology
Carpediemology is a joyful rebellion against the grind, the guilt, and the "good girl" (or guy) script. It’s the art and practice of living a life aligned with your deepest values — rooted in joy, guided by meaning, and fueled by personal fulfillment.
We study the everyday moments like philosophers, remix them like artists, and move through them like adventurers. Because life is not lived entirely in the extraordinary and to truly live we also need to feel alive in the moments that won't make it onto our highlight reel.
Carpediemology is not a brand. It’s first and foremost a tribe of kindred spirits connected by one overarching idea: What if this one life could be all of our dreams come true?
We are a community of heart-centered explorers, curious minds, and creative rebels. We are Carpediemologists. And we love to do life together.
Come for the ideas. Stay for the community.
- THE CARPEDIEMOLOGY VIBE
🌱Field Guide: Your Journey with Carpediemology
Welcome to your field guide. I’m so glad you’re here. This space isn’t just about personal development — it’s about life design. It’s about reclaiming the most important part of who you are and bringing it into the life you’re creating. No more living on autopilot. No more settling for the mundane, the expected, or the easy answers. You’re here because you’re ready for more.
Here, you’ll find reflections, exercises and tools to support you on each of the 4 steps of the Carpediemology journey. I'm also sharing my own stories of struggle, awakening, and growth because I have talked to enough people to know that the overarching themes of each stage are pretty universal and representative of the growth trajectory most people will be on. I also share real, actionable steps to help you step into the life you’re meant to live. Because if you’ve made it here, I know you already have the drive, the courage, and the curiosity to change everything. You just need the right guidance, the right community, and a philosophy that speaks to your heart.
Field Note #01
Logged during the nap window, between a cold cup of herbal tea and the fourth load of laundry.
Status: Survival mode.
Location: Middle of the mess.
Kids: 3 under 8. Enough said.
I’ve always known there was more to life than what we’re told.
Not more in the hustle-up-the-ladder kind of way.
But more in the sense of color, wonder, presence — aliveness.
The Anne Shirley kind of marveling at the world.
But then I only find myself in the depths of despair.
And not the poetic kind that somehow has a beauty in it.
Just the raw, painful version. Feeling like I'm missing out on the magic of the early years. Drowning in to-dos.
I want real joy. The kind that doesn’t just look good in a photo.
I can look good in a photo. But it has to feel like truth in my bones.
And yet.
There I was: mothering small humans, holding it all together with one hand and googling “how to stop yelling” with the other.
In hindsigt: I was aching to actually live — but barely surviving the day-to-day.
Craving silence and poetry, but drowning in snack wrappers and noise.
I kept thinking:
If I could just get a minute to breathe… I’d remember who I am.
But the minutes never came. So I forgot.
Theory (unfinished):
Maybe it’s not about finding time. Maybe it's about being present for what can be beautiful - even in the midst of the chaos. Maybe, the old mantra of my 20s - Carpe Diem - can offer me something, even today.
Note to self:
I will get out of survival mode by my youngest 1-year birthday. I will. I will plan my way out of survival mode. I have to.
This isn’t the end. It’s the beginning of the remembering.
This is a partnership between equals. I’m not here to fix or save you — I trust your agency and your capacity. You don’t need someone with all the answers (think "just do this, and your life will be perfect.") You need someone who can hold space for your truth to rise, and support you in acting on it with clarity, courage, and compassion.
If you’re looking for coaching that honors your intelligence, respects your timing, and supports your full self — you’re in the right place.
🌸 Stage #1: From Survival to Aliveness
You don't need to be a parent to have experienced a serious case of overwhelm. We’ve all been there. At some point in our lives, we get caught in the whirlwind of survival mode — running on autopilot, doing the “right” things, meeting the expectations of others. But deep inside, we feel like we’re not living, we’re just existing.
The path to presence...
It’s easy to think that we’ll only truly live once we achieve something or when the external circumstances change. But what if living fully isn’t about waiting for a better time or a bigger goal? What if it’s about choosing to engage with the present moment, no matter what it holds?
You don’t need to wait for permission to live in the fullness of your being. You can choose aliveness — even in the midst of chaos, confusion, or overwhelm.
The power to change your reality begins with one simple step:
Choosing to show up for yourself, exactly as you are. I's not about doing things perfectly; it's about embracing the idea that you are worthy of living fully — right now.
Field Note #02
I'm not a guru or a just do it-coach - I'm a thinking partner. I'll walk beside you as you move through resistance and into real, embodied transformation.
You are the expert on you. My role is to support you. And I'll reflect and challenge you — gently but directly — so you can move forward in alignment with who you truly are.
This is a partnership between equals. I’m not here to fix or save you — I trust your agency and your capacity. You don’t need someone with all the answers (think "just do this, and your life will be perfect.") You need someone who can hold space for your truth to rise, and support you in acting on it with clarity, courage, and compassion.
If you’re looking for coaching that honors your intelligence, respects your timing, and supports your full self — you’re in the right place.
🌿 Stage #2: Breaking Free from Old Stories
You don't need to be a parent to have experienced a serious case of overwhelm. We’ve all been there. At some point in our lives, we get caught in the whirlwind of survival mode — running on autopilot, doing the “right” things, meeting the expectations of others. But deep inside, we feel like we’re not living, we’re just existing.
It’s easy to think that we’ll only truly live once we achieve something or when the external circumstances change. But what if living fully isn’t about waiting for a better time or a bigger goal? What if it’s about choosing to engage with the present moment, no matter what it holds?
You don’t need to wait for permission to live in the fullness of your being. You can choose aliveness — even in the midst of chaos, confusion, or overwhelm.
The power to change your reality begins with one simple step:
Choosing to show up for yourself, exactly as you are. I's not about doing things perfectly; it's about embracing the idea that you are worthy of living fully — right now.
Field Note #03
I'm not a guru or a just do it-coach - I'm a thinking partner. I'll walk beside you as you move through resistance and into real, embodied transformation.
You are the expert on you. My role is to support you. And I'll reflect and challenge you — gently but directly — so you can move forward in alignment with who you truly are.
This is a partnership between equals. I’m not here to fix or save you — I trust your agency and your capacity. You don’t need someone with all the answers (think "just do this, and your life will be perfect.") You need someone who can hold space for your truth to rise, and support you in acting on it with clarity, courage, and compassion.
If you’re looking for coaching that honors your intelligence, respects your timing, and supports your full self — you’re in the right place.
🌿 Stage #3: Befriending your authentic self
You don't need to be a parent to have experienced a serious case of overwhelm. We’ve all been there. At some point in our lives, we get caught in the whirlwind of survival mode — running on autopilot, doing the “right” things, meeting the expectations of others. But deep inside, we feel like we’re not living, we’re just existing.
It’s easy to think that we’ll only truly live once we achieve something or when the external circumstances change. But what if living fully isn’t about waiting for a better time or a bigger goal? What if it’s about choosing to engage with the present moment, no matter what it holds?
You don’t need to wait for permission to live in the fullness of your being. You can choose aliveness — even in the midst of chaos, confusion, or overwhelm.
The power to change your reality begins with one simple step:
Choosing to show up for yourself, exactly as you are. I's not about doing things perfectly; it's about embracing the idea that you are worthy of living fully — right now.
Field Note #04
I'm not a guru or a just do it-coach - I'm a thinking partner. I'll walk beside you as you move through resistance and into real, embodied transformation.
You are the expert on you. My role is to support you. And I'll reflect and challenge you — gently but directly — so you can move forward in alignment with who you truly are.
This is a partnership between equals. I’m not here to fix or save you — I trust your agency and your capacity. You don’t need someone with all the answers (think "just do this, and your life will be perfect.") You need someone who can hold space for your truth to rise, and support you in acting on it with clarity, courage, and compassion.
If you’re looking for coaching that honors your intelligence, respects your timing, and supports your full self — you’re in the right place.
🌿 Stage #4: Living...
At this stage, you’ve become a Carpediemologist — someone who has learned to navigate life’s challenges with grace and intention. You’ve done the deep work of growth, and now you’re able to move through life’s ups and downs with greater ease. Sure, new challenges will come, but you have the tools and wisdom to navigate them without losing your sense of self.
Field Note #04: A New Normal — Living in Forward Momentum
You’ve reached a new level, but you’ve also discovered that growth doesn’t end. There’s always a new edge to push, a new lesson to learn. The beauty of Carpediemology is that it’s a lifelong journey.
What to Expect:
You’ll find that the tools you’ve learned become a natural part of how you approach life. Challenges no longer send you spiraling, and even when they do, your return to forward momentum is faster, lighter, and with more clarity.
It’s easy to think that we’ll only truly live once we achieve something or when the external circumstances change. But what if living fully isn’t about waiting for a better time or a bigger goal? What if it’s about choosing to engage with the present moment, no matter what it holds?
You don’t need to wait for permission to live in the fullness of your being. You can choose aliveness — even in the midst of chaos, confusion, or overwhelm.
The power to change your reality begins with one simple step:
Choosing to show up for yourself, exactly as you are. I's not about doing things perfectly; it's about embracing the idea that you are worthy of living fully — right now.
MEET your coach
Hey, I'm Sisse!
I’ve spent years fiercely self-studying psychology and human behavior. I have explored both psychological and somatic modalities to understand how we grow, heal, and thrive. And I have developed the comcept of Carpediemology. My approach is rooted in real-life experience, not just theory—I've walked the journey of transformation myself, which gives me a deep, practical understanding of what truly works. I'm here to share what I've learned and to empower you to create lasting change from a place of self-awareness and authenticity.
What you can expect
A safe, judgment-free space to explore and grow
A process centered around your specific needs
Trauma-informed insight into how mind + body shape your life
Empowerment, inspiration, and accountability
Testimonial
Working with Sisse has been an absolute pleasure! Not only that, I was able to work on my goals and dreams in a way that really fits me the best: Blending strategy, science-backed practices, and a ‘touch of woo-woo'. Sisse’s approach is incredibly powerful. Without losing the end goal in mind, each session has been tailored to my specific needs. No cookie-cutter solutions here! If you are looking to improve the quality of your daily life (personal or work-related) and want to shift from goal-setter to finally being a goal-getter, I wholeheartedly recommend working with Sisse!
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1 x 75 minutes
You can use this one-off session to troubleshoot one issue to get some traction towards a goal or a new perspective on what you are stuck on. Or to test drive my version of coaching to make sure it feels perfectly aligned before we commit to a longer coaching relationship.
175 $
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4 x 75 minutes
Secure a spot on my calendar. Email follow up and support between sessions. If you want, you can renew for as many months as you'd like.
600 $
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Course + 8 x 75 minutes
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