Coaching as Benevolence

Eryn and L'Shawn discuss the significance of personal values in leading a fulfilling life, with emphasis on the evolution of these values over time and the importance of self-reflection and awareness. They also discuss the impact of significant life events on their values. Lastly, they discuss the need to foster sensitivity as a valuable trait and the importance of balancing logic and emotional intuition in decision-making.

Eryn and L'Shawn discuss the power of questioning in coaching and personal growth, emphasizing the importance of open-ended questions that encourage self-reflection and exploration of new perspectives. They highlight the significance of connection, presence, and non-judgmental listening in the coaching process, and the role of a coach in helping clients align their lifestyle with their values and true self. Lastly, they stress the importance of understanding and celebrating individual strengths, and the need for self-compassion and patience throughout the process of personal growth.

Eryn and L'Shawn discuss the importance of managing stress through self-awareness, self-compassion, and developing personalized coping strategies involving mindfulness, physical activity, and support from loved ones. They also explore the unique challenges of stress during grief and anticipatory loss, emphasizing the need for self-care and acknowledging individual differences in coping mechanisms.

Eryn and L'Shawn discuss the concept of self-care, its potential challenges, and the importance of a holistic approach to wellness. They share their personal journeys with self-care and the significance of individualized strategies, intentionality, and coaching in maintaining overall health and well-being. The discussion also highlights the need for community support and the benefits of self-care for both oneself and others. The discussion also highlights the need for community support and the benefits of self-care for both oneself and others.

Eryn and L'Shawn emphasize the importance of integrating play and creativity into professional settings to enhance productivity, well-being, and work-life balance. They also explore the role of coaching in encouraging creative thinking and the value of humor and movement in maintaining mental health. Lastly, they discuss the importance of identifying personal forms of play and the significance of micro moments of play.

Eryn and L'Shawn talk about motivation, authenticity and whether and when motivation is necessary.

Eryn and L'Shawn playfully share some of their favorite quotes. Giving each other a random number between 1 and 9, Eryn and L'Shawn share quotes and discuss who each one resonates. The subjects of authenticity, tenacity, fear, and shame were discussed along with many others.

Eryn and L'Shawn discuss positivity as a word, a concept, and a feeling. They take a broad perspective of the word and discuss how it shows up in life and in coaching, and the possibility of using a more encompassing neutral term like hope instead of positivity.

Eryn and L'Shawn talk about change and all the many aspects of it in life and in coaching.

In the first episode of season 2, Eryn and L'Shawn explore the concepts of expectations, assumptions, and agreements. Inspired by the recording of Steve Chandler's explanation of the impact of expectations and agreements on our relationships, Eryn and L'Shawn discuss how expectations and agreements show up in interactions with others.