My [_____] died. When & how can I start coaching again? - Episode 93

Yannick and Nicki have been facing some significant loss in their recent past and in this episode decided to discuss their journey of getting back into coaching clients. Grief and bereavement are experienced on a spectrum and everyone is ultimately navigating their own journey, but questions such as “When is it appropriate to see clients again?”, “Do I disclose what happened to my clients?”, “How do I stay focused on my client’s issues?”, or “To what extent do I need to have processed my own loss before I can work with clients efficiently?” are certainly questions that many coaches are asking themselves after facing significant challenges. 

Takeaways

• Grief is a universal experience that can deeply impact personal and professional life.
• Self-disclosure in coaching can create deeper connections and open meaningful conversations.
• Personal experiences of loss can enrich coaching practices by adding depth and empathy.
• Existential reflections on grief can lead to personal growth and resilience.
• Opening conversations about grief can help normalize the experience and support others in their journeys.

Chapters

1. Introduction and Context (00:00 - 02:30)
2. Personal Experiences with Grief (02:31 - 08:45)
3. Grief and Coaching (08:46 - 18:20)
4. Existential Reflections (18:21 - 28:10)
5. Concluding Thoughts (28:11 - End)

Keywords

• Grief, Coaching, Self-disclosure, Existentialism, Personal growth, Emotional resilience, Human connection, Loss, Reflection, Authenticity

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