Get 'Unstuck'. Does Your Life Need A Coach?
Posted on December 28, 2011 by John Curran, One of Thousands of Life Coaches on Noomii.
Do you want to get unstuck? Do you feel stressed out, or overwhelmed? If you continue doing the same things you’re doing now, where do you see ..
By John Curran
Do you want to get unstuck? Do you feel stressed out, or overwhelmed? If you continue doing the same things you’re doing now, where do you see yourself in 5-10 years from now?
It’s one of those questions many people will not confront until there is a significant amount of pain or stress in their life. As one of the staff writers for CNN Living writes in an article about getting unstuck…..
“Those questions can be daunting to answer on a personal level as well. In the midst of all your responsibilities, activities and projects, it’s sometimes hard to see the big picture and easy to become overwhelmed or feel like you’re lacking direction.
That’s where a life coach can come in.”
“If you are frustrated with an aspect of your life, not sure how to stop making the same choices you keep making or just want to have more happiness, peace of mind and passion — life coaching can do that for you,” says Rhonda Britten, founder of the Fearless Living Institute.
Life coaches specialize in areas like career transition, weight loss, life purpose, self-esteem and many others. They can inspire and offer support when clients need a boost in confidence, and help them decide which direction to take.
Pop Quiz: Are you off balance?
If life was uncomplicated and simple, then most people would be able to figure out how to move beyond their personal and professional challenges and do the things they know they should do. If we’re being totally honest, most of us can use all the help we can get.
Once again, that’s where a life coach can intervene.
If we are left to our own devices, how many of us would think about or set personal goals. Studies show that a small percentage of the population set goals. Studies also show that a large percentage of the people who set goals, went on to achieve them, and were happy and more fulfilled.
The reality is that most of us will do more for others than we will do for ourselves. It’s sad but true. Utilizing the services of a coach will get you to commit to things you know you need to do. A coach will get you to stretch beyond what you think is possible, even if it’s uncomfortable. They will get you to eat those fruits and vegetables you’re not eating. There are times when a coach plays the role of “good-cop bad-cop”, especially when it comes to holding clients accountable for their actions.
That’s where a life coach can help you get unstuck.
A life coach will help you design a plan to achieve those things, and will work with you to eliminate any obstacles or blocks that stand in your way. Their skills are about knowing the right questions to ask and having the right tools and techniques to empower you to find those answers within yourself. A Life Coach helps you connect your head and your heart in a way that transforms your passion for your dreams into action for your life.
Life coaching is gaining popularity.
According to this article published about life coaching in CNN Living back in 2007, the author states that…
“Life coaches are part of a growing profession. The International Coach Federation (ICF) says it has more than 12,000 members worldwide, or double the amount just five years ago. In a survey commissioned by the ICF last year, 16 percent said their coaching specialty is “life vision and enhancement,” the third most popular area behind executive and leadership coaching.
The survey also found that women make up more than half the clientele of professional coaches.”
The article also talks about a life coach named….
“Britten, who’s been a life coach for 12 years and was featured on the reality TV series “Starting Over,” says a typical client is age 35 to 55, is “at a crossroads, must make a decision and is sick of choosing out of safety and fear.”
As a life and business coach, I would agree with Britten’s statement about the typical client we see in our coaching practice, however, we work with people of all ages and challenges.
As the staff writer for CNN Living states in the final sentence of the article…
“Don’t expect a therapy session when you meet with a life coach. While some have a background in counseling, the process is different.”
So let’s talk about the process of life coaching compared to traditional therapy.
How is Coaching different from Therapy?
While the life coaching can be therapeutic, it is not therapy. Coaching is distinct from traditional therapy because it is not designed to address psychological issues. While emotional issues may arise, the primary focus of life coaching is to help you identify your goals, achieve them, and develop constructive habits and skills. There is little emphasis placed on the past with coaching, but instead the focus is on creating what you want now and in the future.”
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