Things to consider before giving somatic body-oriented coaching a go
You might be wondering what somatic body-oriented coaching will do for you, which is a fantastic question, and I am quite curious to learn your response. As I can not answer this for you, I’m more than happy to share 3 things you might consider that directly impact the quality of what any type of coaching WILL do for you.
Your Willingness To Put In The Effort For Yourself.
Personal growth and sustained progress largely depends on your own willingness and commitment to put in the necessary effort. Common phrases like 'We get what we give', 'We reap what we sow', and 'You are what you eat’ all convey the same important message - in the realm of coaching, it is ultimately you who must engage in the hard work required to truly advance. If you happen to lack the motivation or willingness to actively work towards your personal goals and aspirations, you may find that this coaching approach does not resonate with you or meet your needs very effectively.
Your Belief That What You Are Doing Is Useful & Will Help You.
Believing in oneself and recognizing the inherent usefulness of one's actions is crucial for effectively achieving personal and professional goals. This empowering phenomenon is known as the Galatea effect. When we possess a strong sense of confidence in our abilities and skills, we are significantly more likely to succeed and realize our aspirations. Conversely, if we harbor doubts about our capabilities and potential, we become considerably less likely to achieve positive results in our endeavors.
The Quality Of Connection You Have With The Facilitator Offering The Service.
It is important to like, trust, and believe that the person you’re working with has your best interests at heart and can help you. The partnership between coach and client is built on the desire to cultivate inner growth and to support self-driven learning and development. This relationship is based on trust and openness as well as an inspired commitment to the process.
Yet, sometimes you meet someone, take in all the information with an open mind, exercise healthy discernment, and none of this matters because you simply don't like the person. The chemistry isn’t there, and/or you just don’t think sense or feel it’s a match. If this sentiment is present, it's your body's way of saying that you're not aligned. Kudos for listening to your embodied being, and it might behoove you to seek out a different practitioner.
And now that you know all of that - how is this landing?
I believe we’re all on our unique journeys of growth and self-discovery, and the true reward for your efforts is not solely measured by what you acquire, but rather by the profound transformation you undergo along the journey and who you become from the process. If you're even slightly curious, I recommend you book a call!