Coaching The Bible

'𝘛𝘩𝘦 𝘳𝘦𝘢𝘭𝘪𝘵𝘺 𝘪𝘴 𝘵𝘩𝘢𝘵 𝘺𝘰𝘶 𝘸𝘪𝘭𝘭 𝘨𝘳𝘪𝘦𝘷𝘦 𝘧𝘰𝘳𝘦𝘷𝘦𝘳. 𝘠𝘰𝘶 𝘸𝘪𝘭𝘭 𝘯𝘰𝘵 ‘𝘨𝘦𝘵 𝘰𝘷𝘦𝘳’ 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘭𝘰𝘴𝘴 𝘰𝘧 𝘢 𝘭𝘰𝘷𝘦𝘥 𝘰𝘯𝘦; 𝘺𝘰𝘶 𝘸𝘪𝘭𝘭 𝘭𝘦𝘢𝘳𝘯 𝘵𝘰 𝘭𝘪𝘷𝘦 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘪𝘵. 𝘠𝘰𝘶 𝘸𝘪𝘭𝘭 𝘩𝘦𝘢𝘭, 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘺𝘰𝘶 𝘸𝘪𝘭𝘭 𝘳𝘦𝘣𝘶𝘪𝘭𝘥 𝘺𝘰𝘶𝘳𝘴𝘦𝘭𝘧 𝘢𝘳𝘰𝘶𝘯𝘥 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘭𝘰𝘴𝘴 𝘺𝘰𝘶 𝘩𝘢𝘷𝘦 𝘴𝘶𝘧𝘧𝘦𝘳𝘦𝘥. 𝘠𝘰𝘶 𝘸𝘪𝘭𝘭 𝘣𝘦 𝘸𝘩𝘰𝘭𝘦 𝘢𝘨𝘢𝘪𝘯, 𝘣𝘶𝘵 𝘺𝘰𝘶 𝘸𝘪𝘭𝘭 𝘯𝘦𝘷𝘦𝘳 𝘣𝘦 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘴𝘢𝘮𝘦. 𝘕𝘰𝘳 𝘴𝘩𝘰𝘶𝘭𝘥 𝘺𝘰𝘶 𝘣𝘦 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘴𝘢𝘮𝘦, 𝘯𝘰𝘳 𝘸𝘰𝘶𝘭𝘥 𝘺𝘰𝘶 𝘸𝘢𝘯𝘵 𝘵𝘰.'

— Elisabeth Kubler-Ross

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This is Episode 149 (S3:E40)

Welcome back to another episode of 'Coaching with the Bible.'

In this episode, we delve into a profoundly relevant and sensitive topic that every leader may encounter on their journey: being the guiding force during times of grief and mourning.

For the Jewish community, this time of year holds particular significance as it marks a period of solemn reflection and mourning for the destruction of the Temple in Jerusalem.

As we embark on this episode, we find timeless and timely lessons within the pages of the Bible that offer valuable insights into how leaders can navigate and support their teams through these turbulent and difficult moments.

Grief is a natural and inevitable aspect of life, touching every individual at some point on their path. As leaders, it falls upon us to not only guide our teams through the highs and lows of everyday challenges but also to be a steady anchor when they face personal loss and heartache.

In today's discussion, we'll explore the psychology of grief and mourning, understanding why this process is essential, how people work through it, and why it can ultimately be a catalyst for personal growth and enhanced leadership.

Let us embrace the seriousness of the subject, while also acknowledging the hope and growth that can emerge from navigating grief together.

“𝘊𝘳𝘦𝘥𝘪𝘵 𝘪𝘴 𝘪𝘯𝘧𝘪𝘯𝘪𝘵𝘦𝘭𝘺 𝘥𝘪𝘷𝘪𝘴𝘪𝘣𝘭𝘦. 𝘎𝘪𝘷𝘦 𝘪𝘵 𝘢𝘸𝘢𝘺 𝘦𝘷𝘦𝘳𝘺 𝘤𝘩𝘢𝘯𝘤𝘦 𝘺𝘰𝘶 𝘨𝘦𝘵, 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘳𝘦'𝘴 𝘢𝘭𝘸𝘢𝘺𝘴 𝘱𝘭𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘺 𝘭𝘦𝘧𝘵 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘺𝘰𝘶.” — Don Berwick

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𝗘𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲 𝟭𝟰𝟴 (𝗦𝟯:𝗘𝟯𝟵)

In this week's episode, get ready to dive into the art of 𝗴𝗶𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗼𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗰𝗿𝗲𝗱𝗶𝘁, a practice that can work miracles in transforming teams and taking your leadership game to divine heights.

We all know that sharing credit is like exchanging heavenly high-fives ✋, but have you ever wondered about the profound benefits it brings to both the team and the leader?

Well, hold on tight because we're about to unravel the secrets and equip you with the essential skills and tools to become a true master of credit-giving.

Before we plunge into the depths, let's pause and reflect on the immeasurable value of giving credit. It's like adding rocket fuel to motivation and engagement, igniting collaboration, and constructing a fortress of trust and loyalty within your organization.

Giving credit isn't just a nice gesture; it's a strategic power move 👊 that propels your team's success while propelling your own growth as a leader.

In this episode, we'll delve into the playbook of credit-giving champions like Abraham and David. We'll explore vital skills, from the art of active listening to the magic of timely recognition.

Let's get ready to let the credit rain down! 😉 ☂️ So, stay tuned, buckle up, and let's embark on this mystical journey of giving others credit.

Let's go!

'When you are laboring for others let it be with the same zeal as if it were for yourself.'

--Confucius

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In today's episode, we're diving into a topic that will have you on the edge of your seat: Zealotry! 😮🔥

Now, I know what you're thinking, "Zealotry? Isn't that a bit... extreme?" Well, buckle up because we're about to uncover the remarkable potential hidden within this charged word.

Picture this: Phineas, the biblical zealot who fearlessly defended God's commandments, and Elijah, the fiery prophet who challenged the status quo and faced down false gods. These two larger-than-life characters embody the spirit of zealotry—intense devotion to their cause.

Take a listen as we explore the pros and cons of zealotry, its positive and negative dimensions, and how it can change the way you lead in today's world. 🌍

We'll uncover practical strategies inspired by these biblical figures and share real-life anecdotes that will leave you inspired and ready to take action!

We'll also delve into the dangers of unchecked zealotry, from the pitfalls of close-mindedness to the perils of extremism.

Zealotry: It's A Balancing Act!

So, whether you're a budding leader, an aspiring change-maker, or simply seeking a little extra zeal in your life, "Coaching with the Bible" has got you covered.

This is "Coaching with the Bible," Episode 147! 🌟✨

'Solitude is the soul's holiday, an opportunity to stop doing for others and to surprise and delight ourselves instead.'

- Katrina Kenison

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Episode 146 (S3:E37)

In this week's episode, we delve into the concept of solitude—its profound benefits and practical methods to invite more of it into your life.

Our jumping-off point is the notion that the people of Israel were destined to dwell in solitude. But what does that mean for us today?

Join me as we unlock the transformative potential of solitude, right here, right now.

Discover the remarkable benefits of solitude that transcend time and culture. We'll touch on how embracing solitude can foster creativity, clarity, and enhancing decision. How making time to find a few regular moments of inner peace, will help you thrive in an increasingly noisy and demanding world.

But how do you actually bring more solitude into your life? I'll share a few tips and strategies that anyone can begin to implement, today. From scheduling intentional "me time" to creating a sanctuary of solitude, you'll gain actionable steps to cultivate moments of deep reflection and self-discovery.

So, grab your earbuds, airpods or headphones and join me on this week's episode of "Coaching with the Bible."

Let's dive in!

'All the adversity I've had in my life, all my troubles and obstacles, have strengthened me... You may not realize it when it happens, but a kick in the teeth may be the best thing in the world for you.'

--Walt Disney

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Episode 145 (S3:E36) is here!

Our topic: Adversity

(No time this week for a long intro! 😀 )

𝘛𝘰 𝘦𝘧𝘧𝘦𝘤𝘵𝘪𝘷𝘦𝘭𝘺 𝘤𝘰𝘮𝘮𝘶𝘯𝘪𝘤𝘢𝘵𝘦, 𝘸𝘦 𝘮𝘶𝘴𝘵 𝘳𝘦𝘢𝘭𝘪𝘻𝘦 𝘵𝘩𝘢𝘵 𝘸𝘦 𝘢𝘳𝘦 𝘢𝘭𝘭 𝘥𝘪𝘧𝘧𝘦𝘳𝘦𝘯𝘵 𝘪𝘯 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘸𝘢𝘺 𝘸𝘦 𝘱𝘦𝘳𝘤𝘦𝘪𝘷𝘦 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘸𝘰𝘳𝘭𝘥 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘶𝘴𝘦 𝘵𝘩𝘪𝘴 𝘶𝘯𝘥𝘦𝘳𝘴𝘵𝘢𝘯𝘥𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘢𝘴 𝘢 𝘨𝘶𝘪𝘥𝘦 𝘵𝘰 𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘤𝘰𝘮𝘮𝘶𝘯𝘪𝘤𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘰𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘳𝘴.

-Tony Robbins

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𝗚𝗲𝘁 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱𝘆 𝘁𝗼 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗲: 𝗘𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲 𝟭𝟰𝟰 - 𝗢𝗻 𝗕𝗲𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗔 𝗚𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘀 🎙️🔊

Tune in as we explore the realm of extraordinary communication and discover who truly reigns as the greatest communicators in the world. While Oprah, MLK Jr., and Churchill may come to mind, we'll even throw in a wildcard contender – Mr Beast! 🌟

🤔 What sets these exceptional communicators apart from the rest? What skills do they possess, develop, or avoid?

Join us on this thought-provoking journey as we unravel the secrets of their success.

In this week's episode of Coaching With The Bible, we delve deep into the compelling story of Moses and his remarkable response to the rebellion of Korach, Dathan, Abiram, and the 250 leaders.

🌪️💬 Discover how Moses navigated this tense and anxious moment, and gain invaluable insights on how we can handle similar challenges in our own lives – whether at home, at work, or within our community.

Don't miss out on this insightful conversation that blends ancient wisdom with practical application. Join us for Episode 144: Season 3, Episode 35, and unlock the power of effective communication, just like Moses did. 🎧✨

#CoachingWithTheBible #GreatCommunicators #EffectiveCommunication #MosesAndKorachRebellion #tonyrobbins #greatcommunicators #coachingwiththebible #leadership #moses #korach

'𝘠𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘨𝘳𝘦𝘢𝘵𝘦𝘴𝘵 𝘢𝘥𝘷𝘦𝘳𝘴𝘢𝘳𝘺 𝘪𝘴 𝘢𝘭𝘴𝘰 𝘺𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘨𝘳𝘦𝘢𝘵𝘦𝘴𝘵 𝘵𝘦𝘢𝘤𝘩𝘦𝘳. 𝘓𝘪𝘬𝘦 𝘪𝘵 𝘰𝘳 𝘯𝘰𝘵, 𝘪𝘵 𝘪𝘴 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘫𝘰𝘣 𝘰𝘧 𝘤𝘦𝘳𝘵𝘢𝘪𝘯 𝘱𝘦𝘰𝘱𝘭𝘦 𝘵𝘰 𝘣𝘳𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘰𝘶𝘵 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘸𝘰𝘳𝘴𝘵 𝘪𝘯 𝘺𝘰𝘶. 𝘞𝘩𝘢𝘵 𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘺 𝘵𝘳𝘪𝘨𝘨𝘦𝘳 𝘪𝘴 𝘢𝘭𝘳𝘦𝘢𝘥𝘺 𝘪𝘯 𝘺𝘰𝘶. 𝘛𝘩𝘦𝘺 𝘢𝘳𝘦 𝘩𝘦𝘳𝘦 𝘵𝘰 𝘳𝘦𝘷𝘦𝘢𝘭 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘴𝘰𝘳𝘦, 𝘵𝘦𝘯𝘥𝘦𝘳 𝘸𝘰𝘶𝘯𝘥𝘦𝘥 𝘱𝘭𝘢𝘤𝘦𝘴 𝘪𝘯 𝘺𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘩𝘦𝘢𝘳𝘵 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘮𝘪𝘯𝘥, 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘺 𝘢𝘳𝘦 𝘱𝘳𝘰𝘷𝘪𝘥𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘺𝘰𝘶 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘢 𝘸𝘰𝘯𝘥𝘦𝘳𝘧𝘶𝘭 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘥𝘪𝘷𝘪𝘯𝘦 𝘰𝘱𝘱𝘰𝘳𝘵𝘶𝘯𝘪𝘵𝘺 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘩𝘦𝘢𝘭𝘪𝘯𝘨.'

— Iyanla Vanzant

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Hey everyone! 🌟

I'm curious to know - what are the things that trigger you? 🤔

Understanding the 'why,' the 'when', the 'who' and the 'how' behind those triggers can help us work on improving our response to them.

Two threads in this week's reading brought this subject to mind for me:

^ The mental and emotional state of the people before, during and after the spies go on their mission

^ The color blue on the '𝘵𝘻𝘪𝘵𝘻𝘪𝘵' (fringes) of a person's 4 cornered garment (mentioned way at the end!)

This is Episode 𝟭𝟰𝟯 (S3:E34) and we are talking about #Triggering this week!

So, let's dive deep:

^ Why do you think those triggers affect you?

and

^How can we work to overcome them? 💪

#KnowYourTriggers #PersonalGrowth #LetsGrowTogether

'Nothing important was ever accomplished without chutzpah. Columbus had chutzpah. The signers of the Declaration of Independence had chutzpah. Don't ever aim doubt at yourself. Laugh at yourself, but don't doubt yourself.'

— Alan Alda

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Episode 142 (S3:E33) is here!

This week we dive deeper into the story of what was to become known as '2nd Passover'. Specifically, our focus is in their request in the first place!

Our topic: Chutzpah

Why?

Because what lives at the foundation and core of their question, 'why should we be any less', is a deep belief and hope that there is a solution, and a satisfactory one at that! Their hope/belief stems from almost nothing. There would appear to be no source and no basis for the question, itself.

It is, to use a phrase I once heard from Professor Ruth Wisse, a 'monumental chutzpah!'

So then our focus this week:

^ What is chutzpah and its English language counterpart 'audacity'?

^ What makes for an audacious leader?

^ How can we implement chutzpah more positively and more regularly in our own lives?

Happy learning!

'It takes a wise man to learn from his mistakes, but an even wiser man to learn from others.'

--Zen Proverb

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This week I'm asking a basic question: how do you learn from others?

Meaning, there is so so much that we are observing of the lives and experiences of others, and I wonder as to the following two things:

Think about how many people you are around each day in a good number of situations and how well or poorly they handle those moments and then how you might handle it...

I don't know about you, but I think about this a lot.

As much of the literature on this subject stated, albeit jokingly we don't have enough time in our lives to make all the mistakes and learn all the lessons.

This week on Coaching With The Bible, Episode #141 (S3:E32): On Learning From Others

Drop me a comment about how you learn from others or create an environment for others to learn from you.

Enjoy and happy learning!

'Personal mastery is the discipline of continually clarifying and deepening our personal vision, of focusing our energies, of developing patience, and of seeing reality objectively.'

--Peter Senge

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We've all heard the phrase 'jack of all trades, master of none'.

I think it's one of the saddest quotes of all time!

Think about it.

The person in the quote has 'skills' and in many areas, just has never gotten 'it all together' and doesn't have even one thing to really call his or her own!

Sad!

I want to hope that each of us finds something that we are in fact a 'master' of, whatever it may be: athletic success, scholarship, kindness, or leadership.

No one should go through life feeling that they don't have a full grasp of anything they can call 'their own.' Yet, I do think that many people do go through life that way.

This week's episode, #140 (S3:31), takes a look at the concept of Mastery.

We ask the question:

* What does it take to become a master of something?

Our jumping-off point this week is the 6th chapter of the Mishnaic text, Ethics of The Fathers, known as 'Acquisition of Torah,' and the list of 48 ways that a person can use to become a Bible (Torah) scholar (ie 'master'). It's an amazing list of attributes, efforts, skills, etc and in truth, it can be used in basically every walk of life where a person wants to become a master.

Looking forward to it! I hope you are too!

Happy Learning!