Become the Sommelier of Your Life Individually or Together

Reflective workshops and coaching for individuals, teams and communities using wine as a metaphor for growth and perspective.

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Who Life Somm Is For

Life Somm is for people and groups who value thoughtful conversation reflection and meaningful experience.

This work is especially well suited for
• Organizations teams and wellness spaces seeking a human centered workshop or retreat experience
• Book clubs and community groups looking for a shared experience that sparks insight and connection
• Women navigating moments of transition growth or self reflection
• Wine curious participants who enjoy using wine as a metaphor rather than the focus

No wine knowledge is required.


Every Life Somm experience is designed to be inclusive approachable and grounded in reflection rather than expertise.

Not a Tasting. Not Traditional Coaching. Something Deeper.

Life Somm blends reflective coaching storytelling and experiential design to create spaces where people can pause reflect and reconnect with themselves and with each other.

Wine is used as a familiar and accessible metaphor to explore values identity and life transitions.
The experience is not about drinking more wine. It is about noticing more in life.

Each Life Somm experience invites thoughtful conversation grounded reflection and shared insight. Participants leave with clarity connection and perspective they can carry forward.

Ways to Work Together

Reflective Workshops and Events

Designed for organizations wellness studios book clubs and community groups.

Life Somm workshops create space for thoughtful conversation shared insight and meaningful connection.

These experiences are ideal for
• Team connection and retreats
• Leadership and professional development days
• Wellness and community events
• Curated gatherings and special programs

Wine can be included or used purely as a metaphor.

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Personal Coaching

One on one reflective coaching for women seeking clarity grounding and self understanding during times of change.

Coaching sessions are values based compassionate and designed to support reflection decision making and personal growth.

Wine is used only as a metaphor and is never required.

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The Life Somm Method

The Life Somm Method is a reflective framework that guides individuals and groups through meaningful self inquiry and shared conversation using wine as a metaphor rather than a focus.

It is designed to help people pause notice patterns and gain clarity around what matters most.

The method invites participants to explore:
• Where they have been and what has shaped them
• What values and influences are present now
• What supports them and what no longer fits
• What they want to carry forward

The Life Somm Method is experiential conversational and adaptable for individuals teams and group settings.

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What Participants Say

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  • Their attention to detail and commitment to quality truly stood out. We’ve already recommended them to others.

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What Participants Say

“Pam created a space where our group felt seen, energized, and motivated—her workshop sparked meaningful reflection and set the stage for real growth”

“The Wine Labels workshop was like holding up a mirror. I saw my story more clearly than I ever had before”

“Pam’s workshop was a rare mix of fun and deep self-reflection, I left feeling more connected to myself and my goals”

Workshops & Group Experiences

“Pam helped me find clarity and confidence during a time when everything felt uncertain”

“Pam brings a rare mix of calm, encouragement, and real-life insight—her coaching has been a game changer”

“Before working with Pam, I felt lost. Her coaching gave me the direction and grounding I didn’t know I needed”

One on One Coaching

  • Pam helped me find clarity and confidence during a time when everything felt uncertain

    Sima Fisher

  • Her coaching shifted my mindset and gave me tools I still use every day

    Bethelhem Alemu

  • Pam asked the right questions at the right time—and helped me reconnect with what really matters to me

    Mira K.

  • Pam brings a rare mix of calm, encouragement, and real-life insight—her coaching has been a game changer

    Dipa K.

  • Before working with Pam, I felt lost—her coaching gave me the direction and grounding I didn’t know I needed

    Neala P.

  • Pam’s workshop was a rare mix of fun and deep self-reflection, I left feeling more connected to myself and my goals

    Maya D.

  • Pam created a space where our group felt seen, energized, and motivated—her workshop sparked meaningful reflection and set the stage for real growth

    Crystal Hutchinson, Woodgreen Community Services

  • The Wine Labels workshop was like holding up a mirror—I saw my story more clearly than I ever had before

    Voula Monoholias

Meet Pam

Pam Panesar is a certified life coach, educator, and workshop facilitator known for helping individuals and teams explore their purpose and live with greater intention.

With a background in coaching, education, and wine industry branding, Pam blends reflective insight with creative tools to help people reconnect with who they are and what they value most. Her work emphasizes clarity, curiosity, and meaningful action—offering a grounded approach to personal growth that feels both inspiring and accessible.

Pam is also the creator of The Life Somm Method, a metaphor-rich framework that uses the language of wine and storytelling to guide people through immersive self-reflection. While not all of her offerings use this method, it remains a signature expression of her belief that self-discovery can be joyful, creative, and personal.

Whether through one-on-one sessions or group experiences, Pam creates thoughtful, safe spaces where transformation is both possible and sustainable.

Let’s connect

Curious about working together? Whether you’re an individual seeking transformation or a leader planning an impactful session, contact me to book a discovery call or to inquire about a workshop.

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