Awaken Voices: Journeys of a brave community

Coaching can be a game changer in moving through the most challenging times in your life (e.g. serious illnesses like cancer). It can allow you to create deeper and more meaningful relationships to yourself and the people you care about.

Our guest in this weeks episode, Ray McGhee, is a former social science researcher that dedicates his time post-retirement to coach individuals and small teams to be true to themselves and live in alignment with what’s meaningful to them.

During the Awaken In-person Coach Certification Course in Spain, he discovered a new path for himself through Coaching. Facing a serious illness like cancer he recognised what truly matters in life — investing in relationships, pursuing passions, and finding joy in every moment. Coaching allowed him to not only deepen his relationships, but also increase the awareness on how he wants to live his passion and purpose in the years he got gifted after curing from cancer.

In the conversation he shares about his approach to coaching, the importance of reciprocity in relationships, and the impact of feeling and sharing about his emotions on his personal growth.

He also shares insights into the spiritual practices that sustain him and how coaching has enriched his personal life, particularly his marriage. Whether you’re a seasoned coach or just curious about the power of coaching, Ray’s story will inspire you to embrace life fully and connect more deeply with others.

Key Takeaways:

• The power of coaching lies in its reciprocal nature—both coach and client grow together.

About out guest - Raymond McGhee

Ray McGhee’s journey is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the profound impact of coaching on both personal and professional lives. He is a man who values human connection, affirms the dignity and value of all people, and sees unlimited growth potential in everyone.

Hospitality is very important to him as he wants to offer a safe space where anyone can feel belonging and connection.

Connect with Raymond via LinkedIn or his website.

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In this episode, Christi Byerly chats with Bob, a seasoned coach and Awaken alumni, who openly shared about the unique challenges and triumphs of working with high-level executives. Bob highlights how fostering vulnerability and open communication within teams can create a profound impact on leadership dynamics.

As a participant in the Awaken coaching program, Bob has delved deep into his own emotional landscape, learning to navigate vulnerability and expand his emotional awareness. He shares how embracing these emotions has not only transformed the teams he coaches but also empowered him to face life's challenges with greater empathy and understanding. Throughout the conversation, Bob reflects on the personal growth he's experienced through his Awaken training, emphasizing how learning to embrace and articulate emotions has enriched both his professional and personal life.

The episode wraps up with Bob’s heartfelt vision for a more compassionate and understanding world, especially considering the recent societal challenges in the UK.

Key Highlights:

• Transforming Teams through focusing on strengths and vulnerabilities helps groups of executives become cohesive teams.

Guest: Bob Armour - Founder of Armour Coaching

Bob is a dynamic and experienced business executive and leadership coach based in the Midlands, UK. Known for his easy going and approachable nature. Bob specializes in delivering tangible business value by working closely with clients to identify and unlock their full potential. He offers a unique blend of strategic insight and practical advice, enabling leaders and executives to navigate complex challenges with confidence and clarity.

What truly sets Bob apart is his ability to work at pace, bringing enthusiasm and energy to every coaching session. He thrives on creating a positive and motivating environment, helping clients to not only set ambitious goals but also to achieve them with a sense of purpose and excitement. Whether it's refining leadership skills, enhancing team dynamics, or driving organizational change, Bob is passionate to support his clients wherever they are in their indivdual journey.

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In this powerful episode, Christi Byerly, MCC, dives deep with Dr. Rose Aslan, a renowned scholar of Islam and a passionate advocate for compassion and social justice. Dr. Aslan shares her unique spiritual perspective, emphasizing the inherent beauty and unity within all religions. She discusses the misinterpretations of sacred texts and the patriarchal influences that often distort religious teachings. Through her insightful reflections, Dr. Aslan envisions a society where compassion and empathy are paramount, drawing parallels between Islamic principles and the egalitarian models found in Scandinavian countries. This episode is a heartfelt exploration of spirituality, justice, and the transformative power of kindness.

Key Takeaways

• Dr. Aslan views God as an intimate presence, not distant or separate from us, underscoring the personal and accessible nature of spirituality.

Our Guest:

Dr. Rose Aslan is a ICF certified transformational life and group coach, breathwork facilitator, podcaster, writer, and storyteller. As the founder of Compassion Flow Coaching, she works with spiritually oriented women to help them get unstuck in their lives, find a work-life balance, learn tools for embodiment, and bring more joy into their lives along with healthy boundaries and understanding of themselves.

After recognising that she was in a state of constant burnout and imbalance, she decided to quit her job as an associate professor of Islamic and religious studies in California. She now resides in Istanbul with her 10-year-old son and two cats. She enjoys living a slow life full of rich experiences and intentional presence.

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Her podcast: Rahma with Rose

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In this episode of Awaken Voices, Clare Walker and Eve Wolf delve into the power of understanding and aligning with personal values in both coaching and personal development. Clare shares insights from her extensive experience in to help individuals and teams uncover their core values and make decisions that align with their true selves. They discuss how values can shift over time, the impact of cultural differences on values, and practical ways to navigate conflicts between personal and external values.

Key Takeaways/Highlights:

• The dynamic nature of values and how they can change based on life circumstances.

Our Guest:

Clare Walker is a passionate ICF PCC coach, certified group coach, and soon-to-be qualified supervisor. Her greatest joy comes from witnessing clients achieve their goals, overcome fears, and resolve conflicts, finding deep fulfillment in their moments of realisation. Clare creates a space where clarity, understanding, and insights flourish, benefiting not only her clients but also those around them. With additional credentials as a TypeCoach Personality Type Professional and Hogan Assessor, her enthusiasm for exploring new possibilities and seeing them come to fruition is evident in her work.

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In this episode of Awaken Voices, Christi Byerly, MCC, and Daniele Fiandaca delve into the transformative impact of group coaching and inclusive leadership. Daniele Fiandaca, co-founder of Token Man Consulting, offers perspectives on his work supporting men in their (emotional) journeys through group coaching sessions. He discusses the importance of creating safe spaces for men to explore vulnerability and connect authentically. Christi shares insights from her work with the Beloved Community Groups and the Awaken Coaches Institute, emphasizing the transformative power of community and the importance of asking for help.

Key Takeaways:

• The transformative power of community and collaborative learning in personal and professional development.

Our Guest:

Daniele Fiandaca is founder of Token Man Consulting, an inclusion and diversity consultancy which specialises in engaging senior leaders and men with I&D and inspiring them to become inclusive leaders and agents of change. Clients include BNP Paribas, Channel 4, Colt, Hitachi Vantara, Merlin Entertainments, Monster Energy, Nestlé and Ogilvy. He is also co-founder of Masculinity in the Workplace, the only I&D event that is designed specifically to engage men. He is also an executive coach, author and agent of change - he was recently named one of the Top 50 Trailblazers in Gender Equality in the UK.

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Join us as we unravel the power of systems coaching and its profound implications for organizational success and leadership excellence.

In this episode, we welcome Yael Leinman, an expert in systems coaching, as we explore how this transformative approach drives organizational change and leadership development. We delve into the principles of systems thinking applied to coaching, uncovering strategies to enhance organizational resilience and foster adaptive leadership behaviors.

Key Highlights:

• Holistic Perspectives: Understanding interconnectedness and systemic impacts.

About our guest:

Yael Leinman is a mental health clinician with nearly two decades of clinical, managerial, and commissioning experience in NHS (National Health Service - UK) mental health services. She now works with leaders to help them shift relational challenges in their team dynamics, removing barriers to team cohesion and achieving outcomes by integrating differences; within themselves and their communities. Integrating differences is a crucial part of our ability to survive, develop, and transform as a society. This is also true for our inner system just as much. Yael loves sharing her knowledge, creating meaningful and authentic connections, and believes that we can only survive challenges by truly listening to one another and being open to differences so that we can collaborate to generate healthy ways forward as a society.

Connect with her via LinkedIn and check out her website

Resources Mentioned:

• Yvonne Agazarian - System Centred Training Institute

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In this episode of the Awaken Voices journey of a Brave Community podcast, host Eve (she/her) sits down with Thomas Mundia, a valued faculty member at Awaken and a PCC Coach certified with the International Coaching Federation. Together, they explore the profound question of "What is reality?" and delve into how our perceptions shape our understanding of the world and ourselves. Thomas shares his journey of self-discovery and transformation, emphasising the importance of introspection and coaching in understanding and redefining one's reality.

Episode Highlights:

• Thomas Mundia's journey of introspection and the transformational power of coaching.

About our guest:

Thomas Mundia is a PCC Coach and the founder of Pied Pipers. He lives in Nairobi, Kenya, with his wife and 6 kids.

In his work he provides safe spaces for individuals, families and teams to see themselves for who they are and supports them in being their best version. He wants to be remembered for the love he puts in everything he does looking back and seeing his contribution to functional families and humane workplaces. He brings kindness, honor, optimism and loves to start new things from scratch.

Human behaviour especially what triggers decisions and behavior preferences is what really fascinates him.

Connect with him via LinkedIn or his website

Your Host:

Evelyn Wolf, Somatic Coach and Founder of Ewolve (Instagram)

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In this episode, Eve and Christi Byerly discuss the concept of natural boundaries, how to recognise and respect them, and the importance of trusting your body's signals. They share personal insights and experiences, emphasising the fluid nature of boundaries and the role of healing in maintaining them.

Key Takeaways:

• Boundaries are inherent and naturally exist within us.

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Join host Christi Byerly, MCC coach, for a beautiful conversation with Joan Leteipa, ACC coach, around the journey of women in leadership.

They speak to redefining traditional paradigms as well as embracing vulnerability as a way of discovering one's power of authenticity and resilience.

Christi and Joan share genuinely around their experience as female leaders, its challenges, and its boundless potential for growth and impact.

About our guest:

Joan is an International Development professional with over 15 years of experience in product and project management across non-profits and multinational corporations. As an Associate Certified Coach with ICF and Social Innovation fellow with Waterloo Institute for Social Innovation in Canada, she applies a coaching mindset to all her work and approaches life as a process of continuous innovation.

Joan is a credible, committed and connected coach at home and at work. She creates an environment that nurtures authentic relationships by offering a listening ear and respecting personal boundaries. She excited to unlock the potential of those around me by asking thought provoking questions.

Connect with her on LikedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joanleteipa

Your hosts:

Christi Byerly, MCC

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Join us in this episode as we sit down with Shawntee Reed, a graduate of Awaken's 2022 Spain Pilgrimage Retreat, where she embarked on a transformative journey of self-discovery and creative blossoming. With her extensive background in diversity, equity, and inclusion (DNI), she shares valuable insights on navigating personal beliefs in corporate environments as well as how allowing herself to explore her passion for floral arrangements led her journey of freedom from corporate life to full-time entrepreneurship.

Episode Highlights:

• Shawntee's journey of self-discovery through exploration of creativity and freedom.

About our guest:

Shawntee Reed from Dellas, Texas, has a deep desire to help people make lasting transformations. She has a track record of demonstrated results in driving large-scale cultural change in building organizational effectiveness. Known as an expert facilitator and considered a visionary in human capital management, she is a trusted partner who provides consulting, facilitation, one to one and group coaching.

She co-creates solutions with her clients to address immediate and long-term needs to drive for business success and individual, professional and personal development.

Connect with her here: www.disruptthenormal.com

Your hosts:

• Christi Byerly, MCC Coach and CEO of Awaken Coach Institute

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Become an ICF-certified coach by joining one of our next coach trainings

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