Welcome back to Ep 9 of Brave Your Story

This episode explores the powerful conversation between regret (yi han 遺憾) and to cherish (zhen xi 珍惜), drawing deep insights from the pictographic nature of traditional Chinese characters. Discover how yi han is not just a mistake, but the lingering ache of something precious that was once near but has moved away. Learn how zhen xi is more than just treasuring; it's a state of being – the act of giving your heart fully to the present moment and holding dear what is precious.

The conversation delves into the heart of coaching presence, highlighting that being a coach is about being, not just doing. It challenges the notion of avoiding regrets, suggesting instead that it's okay to embrace them as part of the human experience. You'll gain insight into how coaches must go deeper within themselves to truly partner with clients through their own regrets and moments of cherishing.

Key takeaways include understanding coaching as a "soul setting" process focused on creating a gentle space for clients to simply be, rather than just solving problems or setting goals. The episode emphasizes that developing presence involves letting go of techniques and embracing authentic connection and the experience of the moment.

Ultimately, the most profound insight shared is that life doesn't require extraordinary moments to be beautiful; it simply requires presence in the ordinary ones. Learn how to cherish the moment now to deny regret its greatest chance to bloom.

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In this episode, "Mastery in Coaching - Going from Good to Great (Coach vs Client Mindset) Part 4," we delve into the critical interplay between the mindset of the coach and that of the client in the coaching process.

Building upon our previous discussions on the coaching mindset and its foundation of self-awareness, self-regulation, and self-development, as well as the six key domains of Coaching Mindset, this episode specifically focuses on the perspectives each party brings to the coaching conversation.

Coach Jedi highlights that in every coaching engagement, two primary mindsets are at play: the coach's and the client's. While acknowledging the influence of sponsors and external stakeholders, this episode hones in on these two crucial roles.

It's important to recognize that clients may enter the coaching relationship with pre-existing worldviews and potentially misconstrued ideas about what coaching entails, possibly drawing parallels to roles like teachers, mentors, or authority figures. Therefore, exploring the client's worldview gently at the outset is critical to understanding their perceived strengths, weaknesses (or opportunities for growth), underlying beliefs, and core values. This initial exploration helps to lay the groundwork for a more effective and trusting partnership.

We also examine the coach's mindset, which Coach Jedi frames as the "coach's growth potential". This encompasses the fundamental belief that everyone, including the client, is capable of growth through effort and ongoing development. Key aspects of the coach's mindset explored in this episode include:

• Radical Curiosity: The authentic and genuine desire to learn more about the client, asking probing questions to evoke deeper awareness and insights, while distinguishing it from mere inquisitiveness.

• Empathic Resonant Listening: Viewing empathy as a two-way street, requiring a reciprocal response and the ability to adjust based on the client's inputs, while suspending judgment and observing both verbal and nonverbal cues.

• Humility and Respect: Emphasizing the importance of showing up authentically for the client with good intention, rather than being driven by ego or the need to impress with credentials or complex language. True humility involves being available for the client, trusting the process, and recognizing that the coaching is about the client's story, not the coach's.

Understanding these distinct yet interconnected mindsets is fundamental to mastering the art of coaching. True mastery is presented not as achieving a certain performance level, but as a deepening and sharpening of one's abilities and an appreciation for the journey.

Tune in to gain valuable insights into how to recognize and navigate both the client's and your own mindset to foster transformative coaching conversations. Discover how to cultivate the essential elements of the coach's mindset to best support your clients in braving their stories and unlocking their full potential.

Reflect on your own mindset and the mindsets of your clients as you listen to this essential episode.

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Welcome back to the Coach Within with your host, Coach Jedi. In this episode, 'Mastery in Coaching - Going from Good to Great (6 Domains of Coaching Mindset) Part 3',

We delve deeper into the practical application of developing a masterful coaching mindset. Coach Jedi explores the crucial concept that true coaching mastery isn't about accumulating more techniques, but about a profound deepening of self-awareness and a commitment to being truly client-centered.

Discover the foundational importance of self-awareness, self-development, and self-regulation in every coaching conversation.

This episode uncovers six key domains that embody the coaching mindset in practice:

1. Building trust and intimacy through strong client relationships,

2. cultivating deep curiosity and partnership in the conversational flow,

3. mastering the art of listening beyond the surface to the whole of the client,

4. empowering clients by giving them the autonomy to grow and maximize their potential,

5. embracing continuous learning and reflection alongside your clients, and

6. embodying wholeness, resourcefulness, creativity, and flexibility in your coaching presence.

Learn how this integrated coaching mindset is the core of all effective coaching competencies, moving beyond simply applying tools and techniques.

Tune in to gain practical insights on how to cultivate these domains and embark on your journey from good to great in your coaching practice. Reflect on your own development and identify areas for deeper growth in this transformative episode.

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