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Key Principles of Conscious Marketing in Coaching
Coaching is a relationship-driven business. As coaches who operate from a place of consciousness and integrity, it's important to approach marketing thoughtfully and ethically. Here are seven tips for practicing conscious marketing in your coaching business
Celebrating Earth Day: Nature-Inspired Coaching
As Earth Day approaches on April 22nd, it's a perfect time to reflect on our connection to the planet and how we can incorporate nature-inspired coaching techniques into our practice. At Wisdom of the Whole Coaching Academy, we believe in nature's transformative power and its ability to guide us on our journey toward holistic well-being.
What Is Conscious Business, and Why Does It Matter for Coaches
In the world of coaching, conscious business is gaining increasing recognition and relevance. But what does it mean, and why is it significant for coaches to understand and integrate into their practices?
Staying Engaged in Your Experiment
We've heard many expressions over the years, either about being on your "growing edge" and stretched like a rubber band, or about "getting out of your comfort zone", or to "get comfortable being uncomfortable" (among others). What this implies is that you need to experience some discomfort, fear or anxiety in order to expand, grow, adapt, or try new things.
Embracing Vulnerability in Coaching Practice
In the world of coaching, vulnerability is often viewed as a strength rather than a weakness. It creates intimate connections, fosters trust, and allows clients to make significant breakthroughs. As coaches, understanding how vulnerability shows up in our practice can deepen the coaching relationship and enhance the overall coaching experience.
Grief and Coaching
Coaches understand that grief is a natural and inevitable part of the human experience. They approach this delicate process with compassion, empathy, and a deep respect for the client's unique journey. Coaches create a safe space for clients to explore their feelings, memories, and emotions surrounding their loss.
7 Evidence-Based Approaches Used in Holistic Well-Being Coaching
At Wisdom of the Whole Coaching Academy, we believe in the power of evidence-based approaches to support individuals on their journey toward holistic well-being. Our coaches are trained to integrate multiple perspectives and techniques to help clients achieve balance and fulfillment in their lives. Here are seven evidence-based approaches commonly used in holistic well-being coaching
5 Types of Grief That Are Often Overlooked
Grief is a complex and deeply personal experience that manifests in various forms. While we are familiar with the grief that comes from losing a loved one, many other types of grief are less recognized but equally impactful. This blog post explores five types of grief that are often overlooked.
6 Trending Certifications for Holistically Minded Nurses
Nurses increasingly seek certifications that align with a holistic approach to patient care in the evolving healthcare landscape. These certifications enhance professional credibility and equip nurses with the skills to offer comprehensive, compassionate care. Here are six trending certifications tailored for holistically minded nurses.
Keeping Your Vibe High
Back when Linda was living in Chicago, she remembers how March was "the worst month of all"; it was still cold, still winter, and still dark. It was difficult to stay positive when there were no signs of anything letting up, and she was more than ready for spring.
The Wisdom of Embracing a Holistic Approach to Wellness in Coaching
In today's fast-paced world, individuals seek more than just traditional solutions to achieve overall well-being. As a pioneer in transformational coaching, Wisdom of the Whole Coaching Academy recognizes the importance of embracing a holistic approach to wellness in coaching practices. The holistic approach to coaching offers greater space for coaches and coaching clients to surface original insights and shifts for impactful transformation.
Nine Integral Coaching Niches for Holistic Life Coaches
If you are a new integral life coach and are seeking inspiration for your coaching practice, check out this blog that explores nine integral coaching niches, each offering a unique and transformative approach to fostering well-rounded personal development.
Trauma-Informed Coaching: A Pathway to Empowerment and Healing
Integrating trauma-informed practices has become increasingly important in the ever-evolving field of coaching. As coaches, our goal is to facilitate growth, development, and transformation. However, without an understanding of trauma and its profound effects on individuals, we may inadvertently overlook crucial aspects of our client's experience.
Dealing with Grief
Linda recently attended an in-person grief workshop and was struck by the rotary phones sitting on the table: they were invited to take turns and "phone" their deceased loved ones so that they could talk to them. Linda had lost 12 people in her circle recently and found the exercise to be helpful as well as healing.
When the Going Gets Tough
Linda’s motto used to be, “When the going gets tough, the tough get going.” She worked hard for many years with that in mind. However, in the last several years she has a new motto: “When the going gets tough, what’s happening?”
The Power of Pleasure and Joy
It's common knowledge that reducing stress and living happier, joyful lives can improve health outcomes in a multitude of ways. This can be easier said than done however when we get bogged down in the responsibilities and stresses of life, and they all too easily dominate our time.
Caring for Others and Self-Care
It's a delicate balance to care for others and to make sure one is caring for themselves at the same time. We think giving from the heart is commendable, however it gets tricky when a person's cup doesn't get refilled enough, and then they find themselves suffering from compassion fatigue.
Work-Life Balance
Work-life balance can be tricky to maintain, particularly when we move into fall and get back into the swing of things after summer. Some of you may have children going back to school, and you are dealing with an empty nest, or maybe you are going back to school yourself!
How to Conduct a Competitor Analysis
Creating your niche involves conducting a competitor's analysis. This might be one of the most time-intensive things to do. However, it can be as complex or as simple as you like and easily tracked with a spreadsheet or online template.
How to Narrow In on Your Niche
In last month's newsletter, we discussed how to develop your coaching brand by focusing on your niche. Narrowing in on your niche seems to be one of the most difficult questions to answer for our coaches, so we thought it was important to expand on the topic this month.