I've already written about my role as an ultimate frisbee coach. Today, I am finally going to talk about my role as a life coach. For those of you who know me, this is my main cookie jar and you're probably wondering why it's taken me this long to write about it. To be honest... I didn't feel like it. I've been blogging about coaching on my website (www.innerechoescoaching.com/blog) and rise to the defensive whenever I answer questions about it. I realized I am consciously and constantly trying to convince those of you out there that coaching is really effective and that it should be utilized by everyone!!! I truly believe every single person would be happier and live more purposefully with a coach on their side.
Well, I'm done convincing. You can convince yourself. I am here to work with the people who already KNOW that the benefits of coaching are something they want.
So, now, I do feel like writing about life coaching. I am reminded why I chose this path today after a really great sample session with a young college student this morning. I am reminded how much I love looking at someone and seeing them for who they authentically are. I am reminded that I love pointing out their "spark" and encouraging them to build a fire. I am reminded that I love the look on someone's face when they are truly heard, seen, and appreciated.
I get to be curious about someone else's life, their values, their goals, and their vision. I get to converse, engage, and connect with humans on such a real and intimate level every day. I get to energize myself and others in the work I do. I get to wake up each day and LOVE what I do for a living. :)
I am deeply grounded in the fact that coaching allows me to be my full self. Off to another coaching session in 10 minutes!!!
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