The Coaching Book Club Podcast

True to You: Coaching with Courage, Clarity, and Boundaries


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In this episode of the Coaching Book Club Podcast, Christy and Ken dive into True to You by Kathleen Smith, a powerful guide for staying grounded in yourself while navigating anxiety, expectations, and relationships.

Drawing on Bowen Family Systems theory, they explore how coaches can maintain presence, set boundaries, and resist over-functioning in sessions. They reflect on:

  • The difference between mind reading and mind knowing
  • What it means to embody self-differentiation
  • Three anxiety-driven behaviors coaches fall into: accommodating, acting out, and avoiding

Expect real stories, honest reflections, and practical examples that show how this book can help you coach with more courage and clarity. Whether you’re deep in credentialing or navigating the emotional rollercoaster of coaching, this conversation will help you come home to yourself—and stay there.

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The Coaching Book Club PodcastBy Christy Stuber and Ken McKellar