Paul Daniel

ICF-Certified Nature Focused Life Coach

I grew up surrounded by the suburban deciduous forests of southern New Jersey, where towering trees and quiet trails were my first playground. My childhood was a mix of muddy boots, sketchpads, and endless curiosity, planting the seeds for a life steeped in creativity and connection.

But the pull of the city was irresistible. Chasing a career in the arts and a love for live music, I found myself in Brooklyn, New York, a place that electrifies the soul with its creative energy. For over two decades, I thrived in the film, television, and advertising industries, surrounded by the hum of city life. Yet, something was missing.

I didn’t notice it at first, but as the years passed, I began to feel disconnected, worn down by the relentless pace and the endless concrete. I longed for the quiet wisdom of the natural world, the grounding I once felt in the forest. Then, almost by chance, I stumbled upon tools and practices that helped me reconnect with nature, even in the heart of the city. Slowly, I began to see that by deepening our connection to the land and ecosystem we inhabit, we can uncover who we truly are and align with a deeper sense of purpose.

This realization changed everything for me. It was more than just personal healing; it was a calling. I felt an undeniable pull to share this with others, to guide them in finding their own balance and fulfillment. Life coaching became my path forward, a way to combine my deep empathy, people skills, and my ever-growing relationship with nature.

Today, I consciously weave nature into my urban lifestyle and help others do the same. If I can find that connection in a city of eight million people, I know you can too. Together, we’ll navigate your goals and values, aligning them with who you are at your core. I believe that every person has the ability to create transformational change in their lives and in the world.

Let’s explore this journey together. Your potential is waiting.

Qualifications and Education

 

ICF (International Coaching Federation) Associate Certified Coach 2025

Leadership that Works, Coaching for Transformation – CPC (Certified Personal Coach) – In Person (New York) and Online 2018 

Mindvalley Certified Life Coach, Online 2024 

Earth-Based Institute, Nature Connected Coaching supervision, Online 2024 – ongoing 

Tom Brown Jr’s Tracker School Wilderness Education, Spiritual and Survival skills – 2021-2024 Standard, Advanced Standard, Advanced Tracking and Awareness, Council, Everyday Awareness

Positive Intelligence PQ Training with Shirzad Carmine – Online, 2024

Pratt Institute, Master of Fine Arts (MFA), Digital Art; Brooklyn, NY, 2003 – 2007

Temple University Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Fine Art, concentration in Digital Media; Philadelphia, PA, 1999 – 2003