Angelica Zapata
Mindfulness Instructor and Certified Coach, Seattle Washington
"I am driven by purpose, fueled by passion, and empowered by my heritage. I am determined to be a force for positive change and to inspire others to join me in this mission."
Angelica - The Full Human Being
Angelica is a master at bringing love and humanity into the workplace through her deep understanding of mindfulness and compassion. She is energetic, positive, warm, and honest, with an innate ability to connect with people. As a certified coach, Angelica works to transform toxic cultures into more compassionate and human-centered environments. She believes in treating people like real humans, acknowledging that flaws and mistakes are part of humanity. Angelica encourages leaders to embrace their failures with grace and authenticity, as this inspires others to do the same. In this way, she helps create a culture that celebrates humanity, not perfection. Angelica's approach is based on the belief that well-being is a necessity for employee satisfaction. Her work is focused on helping organizations to retrain more people by finding portals for growth and transformation. Her signature community-based approach helps her clients find resilience and insights through mindfulness and self-compassion. She strives to create an open, inviting, and warm environment for her clients, helping them uncover valuable insights so they are empowered to turn fear or doubt into actionable solutions. In Angelica's view, creating a more loving and human workplace is not an onerous or intimidating process, but rather a joyful expression of giving and receiving love in the most applied ways. She invites you to join her in this endeavor and to experience firsthand the transformative power of mindfulness and compassion.
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Guiding Individuals and Organizations Towards Mindfulness, Compassion, & Resilience
Angelica Zapata is a mindfulness coach with a passion for transforming organizations through accessible and compassionate mindfulness practices. Angelica's work is marked by her inviting dialogue, utmost diligence, and her desire to always do what is right for her clients and community. Her steadfast commitment to equity and first-hand knowledge of diverse settings make her an invaluable asset to any organization. Angelica's expertise in mindfulness, compassion, resilience training, and curriculum development enables her to create and facilitate mindfulness practices that benefit organizations, individuals, and human systems like families or teams. Angelica's trainings are hands-on, reflection-based, and activity-driven. She focuses on making mindfulness accessible to everyone, with movement-based meditation incorporated into her practices. Angelica's ultimate goal is to help individuals self-regulate and access their inner resources. Her passion and energy are evident in all she does, and she empowers those around her to learn, grow, and be their best selves. If you're ready to start a conversation with Angelica, reach out to her today.
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Angelica’s Story
Angelica's story is one of resilience, growth, and a deep commitment to serving others. As a first-generation immigrant and former military spouse, Angelica has personally experienced the power of mindfulness and self-compassion in building resilience. Born and raised in Bogota, Colombia, Angelica knew from a young age that she wanted to be a teacher. She pursued her passion by attending a teaching school in Colombia and obtained certification to teach high school students. Her journey then took her to the United States where she became certified in early childhood development and taught courses to high school students. Eventually, she earned a Bachelor's degree in Communications with a minor in Marketing. This diverse academic background led her to become certified in compassion in 2022, launching her practice offering wellness services to individuals, organizations, and human systems like families or teams. Angelica shares that she has been crafted by some of the most important relationships in her life: her parents and her children. She shares that they continue to be her greatest teachers, inspiring her to learn and grow every day. Angelica's faith has also played a central role in her life, providing her with the strength and guidance she needed to overcome difficult moments. Angelica now resides in Issaquah, Washington, where she works as a certified mindfulness instructor and coach. She has been able to dedicate parts of her time specifically to the Latinx community through her extensive work with Seattle Children's Hospital and community-based organizations focuses on adapting and implementing mindfulness and resilience programs. Angelica's passion for serving others is rooted in her deep desire to help people lead more fulfilling and peaceful lives. She hopes to one day live in Bariloche, Argentina or Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, where she describes the culture as full of beauty and kindness. Angelica's personal story demonstrates her dedication to mindfulness, compassion, and serving others. Her diverse academic background, combined with her personal experiences, has made her a skilled mindfulness coach and compassionate human being. Interested in connecting with Angelica? Reach out to her here.
Everything Else You Wish You Knew About Angelica
Angelica Zapata is a woman who finds solace in her spirituality. Her spirituality is a major foundation of her life and she believes that we are here to evolve through our spirituality. Her courage comes from her faith, knowing that she is not alone in this world. She adores Columbian food, with her favorite dish being Ajiaco, a soup that reminds her of home. She loves to drink Guanabana fruit juice, blended with milk and sugar, and can be found sipping on some sort of fresh juice with every meal. Her hobbies include reading, meditating, cooking, and hiking, but what she loves most is spending time with her friends and family, enjoying good food, wine, and laughter. Angelica's journey is a testament to the beauty of having faith and the courage it brings, and she hopes to inspire others to do the same.
“I am continually struck by Angelica’s professionalism and her innate ability to approach all she does with compassion. She is quick to develop deep relationships with everyone she meets. Angelica approaches her work in a very human-centric manner. She is a true gem and a pleasure to know!”
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