Mombasa based transformational life coach, author, business consultant and mentor Sheila Toya has just released her first book.

The book titled 'Finding The True You'  hit the stands last month, October 2021.

In an interview with Ommy Dallah, Toya talks in detail about her newly launched book and work

1...Tell us more about yourself , who is Sheila Toya?

I am Sheila Toya

I am a transformational life coach, author, business consultant and mentor.

As a certified NLP Practitioner I work with individuals towards their self discovery, self mastery and transcendence objectives.

2...When did you first realise you wanted to be a writer?

I have always admired writing. I have always wondered how people get to become authors until I realised later on in life that it is as easy as putting your thoughts on paper.

3...Apart from writing, what is your other profession? Has it ever influenced your writing?

As previously mentioned as a transformational life coach and catalyst I support individuals to develop behaviors of success through a change of mindset and behavioral patterns.

 I practice mindfulness in all that I do and how I live my life so the learnings  (what i term as gleeanings) I get out of journeying through life significantly contribute to my writing.

4....Any particular authors that inspired your writing?

 I don't have any specific authors because I read widely depending on what my season is or what I need to learn. I do not limit myself to any particular author.

5...Are you a disciplined or spontaneous writer?

I am both a spontaneous and disciplined writer. Some writings i am very spontaneous while in others I apply discipline in the writing I do.

6...Let's talk about your new book, tell us more about it?

My recently authored book 'Finding The True You' is a simple guide to self discovery and enables the readers to understand how they can live a fulfilled life as they stay true to who they are while accomplishing their purpose. I have realised that many people lack self awareness and do not have life skills. This applies to both young and old, no matter the social or religious status, leading to high cases of mental health issues and life challenges as well.

7....How long did it take you to write the book from the idea inception to publication?

Every book has a story. Finding The True You has evolved and gone through such immense change to be what it is today. I would say that once the season for its release came it took a couple of weeks to have the same finalised. I have different versions of the same but this is what I was fully persuaded was meant to be released. I am glad with what it is currently.

8....What part of the book was the most difficult to write?

This book is basically some of my life's experiences captured in a book as a guide to the many people who are on a self-discovery quest and desirous to live a fulfilled life. Some instances the emotion of what I was experiencing at a particular time would be awakened within me and it can get really emotionally raw. I am grateful that as a result 'Finding The True You' gets to be a relatable book because the reader will connect and relate with the same as a result.

 9...How can one find the book?

The book is available @ kshs 1500 on Paybill 925974 The Journey Concept Account is the reader's name.

Pick up point is Close The Gap Ratna Square Mombasa 

10...Who do you consider your most critic and why?

I am my own worst critic. I am the type that will put myself under the spotlight of self criticism as I push myself towards being and doing better.

 I also have people that I have surrounded myself with who have the express authority to speak into my life as tough or as hard as it deserves to be done because I know they have my best interests at heart and I am open to receive the same.

 11...Any future projects after this?

I have many more books that are yet to be released. I am currently finalising on 'The Exceptional Woman' an inspiration to women to embrace extraordinary traits to be all that they can be. This is specifically for that woman that desires to get exceptionally extraordinary.

 'Finding The True You' on the other hand is for the general audience so is a read to all who are desirous to experience living a fulfilled life as they find their true selves.