Episode Overview In this episode, Brian Miller from Coach Approach Ministries (CAM) welcomes MCC coach Lyssa deHart to discuss the powerful role metaphors play in coaching. Together, they explore how metaphors evoke awareness and facilitate deeper connections in coaching conversations, ultimately creating transformative experiences for clients.

Key Insights on Metaphors in Coaching

• • Metaphors evoke awareness: Rather than being mere questions, metaphors tap into deeper neurological patterns and create a partnership between the coach and the thinker (client).
  • Somatic metaphors: These connect body experiences with coaching goals, allowing the thinker to engage more fully. For example, taking a bite of an apple may symbolize ownership and action in the thinker’s mind.
  • Sticky metaphors: A metaphor is “sticky” when it resonates deeply with the thinker, leading to lasting change and commitment to actions. Coaches help clients identify these sticky metaphors to create more meaningful coaching experiences.

Practical Examples

• • The “Bite out of the Apple” metaphor: Lyssa shares how this simple metaphor connected to a client’s goals, unlocking new insights about their journey.
  • Crossing the River Metaphor: In a coaching session, a client shifted the metaphor from a path to crossing a river, highlighting how metaphors adapt to each individual’s experience and deepen the conversation.
  • Leadership Metaphor: A client’s shift from wanting to be a better leader to treating their team like they treat their customers turned a broad goal into a tangible, actionable metaphor.

Special Webinar Invitation

• • Join Lyssa deHart on November 14th, 2024, at 11 a.m. ET for a free webinar, The Science of Metaphors in Coaching, hosted by CAM. In this session, Lyssa will dive deeper into how metaphors impact the coaching process.
  • Register: Go to coachapproachministries.org/metaphor to reserve your spot.

Connect with Lissa DeHart

• • LinkedIn: Connect with Lyssa for more insights on coaching. https://www.linkedin.com/in/lyssadehart/
  • Monthly Q&A: Lyssa offers a free monthly coaching Q&A session. Stay tuned for more resources and learning opportunities.

Final Thoughts Metaphors bring incredible depth to coaching conversations, making them more intuitive, personal, and impactful. By embracing metaphors, coaches can help thinkers unlock new realms of self-awareness and growth.

Next Steps If you're looking to further your coaching skills or are interested in exploring metaphors in your practice, don’t miss the webinar!

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