Xanthe Golenko
Becoming.
Through story, creativity, connection.
Storytelling has the power to transform how we see ourselves, how we relate to others, and to inspire positive action.
You carry a lifetime of ordinary and extraordinary experiences that made you who you are. In one-on-one coaching, workshops, and retreats, together we’ll use short-form storytelling to look closely at those moments, find what they mean, and shape them into powerful stories. The kind that clarifies what you believe, connects you to others, and stays with those who hear them.
“Going down that journey, thinking through the backstory of the business and my story, was something I haven’t taken the time to fully explore. And it was helpful to listen to feedback from others and different perspectives.”
— Gather+Harvest Founder/Head Craftswoman, Lee Docherty
My life has been shaped by many roles: researcher, lecturer, mentor, mother, dancer, mover, traveller, and storyteller. At a crossroads, I stepped away from a demanding academic and research career. Burnout became my turning point, a chance to pause, reflect, and reconnect with the parts of myself waiting for more space—creativity, curiosity, connection, and play. I reimagined a life that felt more joyful, authentic, and fulfilling. My journey became a gift I share with you, to help you find your story and your spark. More about Xanthe