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Survive vs. Thrive

2022/08/24

A Coaching Power Tool By Mareva Godfrey
Parenting Coach, UNITED STATES

If we are lucky enough to live long enough, all will eventually suffer a setback so severe that it will shake their world. These are the situations or events that, for many people, are in keeping with their “normal” lives and force them to “survive, get through, put one foot in front of the other, seek the light at the end of the tunnel, get out of the dark hole” while they wait for time to pass, for something to alter, for them to get through the difficulty—and return to “normal.” The process of helping clients transition from a Survive vs. Thrive mindset requires several steps. Listening to the repeating patterns of underlying beliefs that suggest that in his or her mind the only way forward in facing adversity is using coping mechanisms and waiting to “get through” is necessary.

Powerlessness vs. Owning It

2022/08/22

A Coaching Power Tool By Tessa D’Arcangelew Ampersand
Transformational Coach, UNITED STATES

Almost everyone has felt helpless at some point in their lives. The difference between powerlessness vs. Owning it is, When someone feels powerless, they are likely to feel stuck, lost, and silenced. It is not a trivial experience since who has power, who does not, who seeks power, and who is deserving of power has shaped much of human history. Ownership and “Owning It,” however, are two distinct but linked concepts. Ownership entails accountability, taking the initiative, and accepting responsibility for the effects of your actions. These characteristics are all present in Owning It, but it also has a light, fun tone and emphasizes the grandeur of the person rather than their achievements or external presence.

Integrity vs. Dishonesty

2022/08/18

A Coaching Power Tool By Barbara DeMatte
Business Coach, UNITED STATES

While most of us would say we are open and honest in our business, the difference between integrity vs. dishonesty is that we may try to justify white lies. This idea could include overstating the worth of a product, adjusting what we can do to win a pitch, or overpromising our services. This fact won’t be possible if you have integrity, which is important since you won’t end up in a situation where you have to deliver less than you promised. Overpromising and underdelivering are one of the most damaging things you can do to new business partnerships. This is why maintaining integrity at all times, even in the most little circumstances, is important.

Progression vs. Perfection

2022/08/17

A Coaching Power Tool By Romina Tollerutti
Health and Wellness Coach, UNITED STATES

Health, including weight management, has been a hot topic, especially with the rise in the obesity epidemic and the COVID epidemic in recent years. While most people understand that taking care of their health is essential to a happy life, most people fail to do so. One of the reasons, in my experience, is how a health journey is approached: an all-or-nothing or perfectionist mindset. This power tool assists people in transitioning from Progression vs. Perfection. Help them become aware of a perfectionist mindset and redefine it as a progressive mindset while engaging them in the coaching process.

Fear vs. Presence

2022/08/15

A Coaching Power Tool By Alexandra Jimenez
Career Coach, SWITZERLAND

In many life situations where we are overcoming Fear vs. Presence, we find ourselves having to make a decision, willing to make a change, motivated to try something new, or even wanting to stop doing something, and then the usual ‘but’ comes into play. A sense of unease begins to creep in; it can cause us to delay our actions, or even cause pain. If we look closely at what it is, we can honestly say it is fear. In the context of coaching, the most common fear we see is one that is not only uncomfortable but also frustrating and painful. If we let it stay with us for too long, it can make us feel trapped, either unable to stop or unable to do something.

Judgment vs. Curiosity

2022/08/12

A Coaching Power Tool By Dana Wu
Career Coach, UNITED STATES

I have developed a power tool to help clients move from judgment vs. curiosity. The best way to use this power tool is to investigate how judgment manifests itself in the client. By viewing the situation through the lens of judgment vs. curiosity, the client may become aware that what appeared to be facts are actually judgments. Clients can then try on a more curious perspective and see how the challenges at hand change. For example, a client may begin by stating that their goal is “too difficult.” Coaching may help the client realize that it is not a fact but rather a judgment. It is possible that the client is afraid of failure. When the focus is on how to take steps toward the goal rather than the possibility of failure, the client may allow curiosity to pull him forward.

Shame vs. Compassion

2022/08/10

A Coaching Power Tool By Sara Kwon
Relationship Coach, UNITED STATES

Shame vs. Self-Compassion coaching, developing strong self-compassion in the face of shame is a lifelong practice. However, as with any real change, the more clients practice it, the more ingrained and effective it becomes. With the rapid implementation of this compassionate mindset toward oneself and others, the experience of shame will be shorter, less deep, and easier to mitigate. This idea means that arguments may be avoided, communication will be clearer, and support will be more easily shared within relationships, resulting in a greater sense of trust, safety, and authentic connection.

Human Being vs. Human Doing

2022/08/07

A Coaching Power Tool By Mandy Leung
Transformational Coach, SINGAPORE

As coaches, we can help clients transition from Human Being vs. Human Doing. As coaches, we must create a psychologically safe environment in which our clients feel comfortable sharing their current struggles and assisting them in discovering their inner purposes. Focusing on people to give more meaning to what our clients do and pursue. Allowing them to use their strengths to achieve what they are passionate about. Our clients are able to live their values, which are in line with their mission and social responsibilities. The majority of adults work one-third of the time.

Commitment vs. Choice

2022/08/04

A Coaching Power Tool By Mauro Locarnini
Executive Coach, SWITZERLAND

There is always a time in life, and knowing when to allow one perspective or another to drive our actions seems to be the key to keeping us going. Changing perspectives isn’t easy, but it’s necessary for growth and development, and that’s what coaching is all about. Consequently, I thought it would be interesting to examine these two seemingly opposing perspectives (Commitment vs. Choice) and investigate when each of them might be useful in our lives, how to shift from one to the other, and, most importantly, how to leverage them.

Feeling Overwhelmed vs. Being Focused

2022/08/01

A Coaching Power Tool By Ann-Marie Purvis
Executive Coach, SWITZERLAND

The “Feeling Overwhelmed vs. Being Focused” power tool described here can be used to address the feeling of being overwhelmed in the workplace, but can also be used outside of work. Feeling overwhelmed is a natural human emotion, but it can make it difficult to focus on where you started and then decide to take effective action. Our work lives have become increasingly demanding, presenting us with increasingly complex challenges at an almost constant pace. When you factor in personal or family obligations, it’s easy to become overwhelmed.

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