Purposely Digital

About Purposely Digital

Technology can be helpful, but it has also made the world more overwhelming.

Louder. Faster.

We carry smartphones that buzz with notifications.

We have instant access to news all over the world.

We are always connected by social media and messaging.

And so much more.

Thriving Sensitive

For us sensitive humans, the world has always been a bit… much.

While all humans possess sensitivity to their environment - including emotions, sound, light, smell - some humans live life with the dial turned up.

For these humans, digital technology adds yet another layer of noise to the mix.

From Overwhelm to Thriving with Life Coaching

Purposely Digital, led by Sarah E. Carter PhD, supports overwhelmed sensitive humans to thrive in the digital age.

Sarah's coaching approach and online program, while not limited to topics explicitly concerning technology, recognizes the added "noise" technology has added to the lives of sensitive humans. It’s coaching that empowers overwhelmed individuals to thrive in the 21st century.

Meet your coach: Sarah

Purposely Digital is led by Sarah E. Carter PhD, an AI ethicist turned life coach

Hello! Sarah here.

My journey into life coaching began with slowing down. In 2024, I suffered burnout and life came to a halt. Going from fast to slow allowed me to rediscover and deeply respect being a sensitive human.

I've always been sensitive - to emotions, to noise, to touch, any stimulation. It comes with challenges, but also with gifts - performing music emotionally, knowing how to respond to a friend in need, deep empathy, and a profound connection to nature.

And yet, "being sensitive" is not viewed as a positive in a world that is less interested in slowing down and going deep than in speed and increasing productivity.

Recent technological advances push the gas pedal even harder. Smartphones connect us, but also inundate us with notifications. Social media uses emotionally-charged content to keep us scrolling, to the detriment of our psyches. AI automates so we can get from A to B at lightning speed. We are doing, texting, scrolling, prompting, all the time.

Faster, and faster, and faster, and faster.

But at what cost?

During burnout, I took time away from distractions and began a journey towards living my life, and using the technology it comes with, differently. Purposely. Sensitively. Mindfully.

Trained in AI ethics, I understand the impacts technology can have on humans. I worked to design technology that could empower humans to live a life in accordance with their values. However, it has became clear to me that there is only so much we can do on the design end. It starts with us, saying no, saying yes, saying maybe to how we want to use and engage.

I wanted to empower individuals to seize (or leave be) technology as it serves them.

That's where coaching comes in.

As your coach, I create a safe and empathetic space for you to reclaim your sensitivity (it's not a dirty word!), slow down and feel fully, explore your personal values, and move toward intentional modern living - living that supports your values, your goals, and your dreams as the wonderful sensitive human you are.

I look forward to walking this journey with you.

"Sarah has a special quality as a Coach that is rare to find.

Something I shared with Sarah during our mentoring is her ‘secret sauce’; her strong, authentic presence coupled with a natural empathy for her clients.

Sarah’s approach allows clients to gain focus and clarity whilst bringing curiosity to help clients gain more self-awareness and insights.

I am sure that Sarah’s secret sauce will bring clarity, compassion and peace to many more humans to come."

- Mehibe, Coach Mentor at Become Coaching and Training

Feeling overwhelmed in our digital world?

And ready to start thriving, sensitively?

Gain clarity on how you can thrive as a sensitive person with a complimentary clarity call.

Coaching with Sarah made me feel seen and heard. She took my suggestions and concerns seriously and looked for ways to improve her approach to fit my needs with every session. Working on my values was incredibly helpful and I enjoyed the way she guided me a lot more than with previous coaches.

We also always do a grounding exercise before we get into the session, she provides lots of options to choose from and it helps me stay present and focus on myself. I love that the coaching style is more about me than her, the thoughtful questions give me space to dig deeper or see things from a different perspective and I enjoy it more than what I thought coaching was like before - it feels so much more empowering!

She also provides summaries after every session and it’s a great way to look back on what was discussed and continue to reflect on the topics.

- Mandy Dang Ho, Coaching Client

The Thriving, Sensitively Online Coaching Program

Four pillars to move from overwhelmed to empowered

1. Reclaim Sensitive

Embrace your sensitive side with compassion and understanding - and identify your sensitive superpowers!

2. Slow Down - and Feel Fully

Quiet the mind and take a step back from the push and pull of life, sitting with what comes up with acceptance and curiosity.

Identify that part of you that rings true - what are your goals, your dreams, your passions?

3. Explore Personal Values

4. Intentional Modern Living

Learn to engage meaningfully both online and offline, choosing ways that serve you - and go live it!

Developed by.... me!

Sarah E. Carter, PhD

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Thriving, Sensitively Coaching Program Packages

Move from overwhelm to thriving with a package that works for you

Testing My Wings

Start the journey. Reclaim your sensitive side and start slowing down.

Package includes:

• 6 1:1 coaching sessions with Sarah

Learning to Fly

Get into the weeds. Reclaim your sensitive side and slow down, feel fully, and go deep.

Package includes:

• 8 1:1 coaching sessions with Sarah

• Guided meditations

First Flight

Take those first steps. Reclaim, slow, feel, and then - leap into your values.

Package includes:

• 10 1:1 coaching sessions with Sarah

• Guided meditations

• Value analysis exercise

Soaring with Ease

Take to the sky and thrive! Reclaim your sensitive side, slow down and feel fully, explore your values and goals, and learn to soar through the online and offline worlds with intention.

Package includes:

• 12 1:1 coaching sessions with Sarah

• Guided meditations

• Value analysis exercise

• Intentional living action plan

We strongly believe that coaching is powerful and should be accessible to all. If these prices are prohibitive to you, please get in touch at hello[at]purposely-digital.com or read more here.