Give yourself right direction

Jappreet Sethi

We interpret and react to events according to our emotional and psychological being. Our thinking is usually the product of our experiences of life. But then, there can be some tricky situations, or testing times, that we might not be ready for, that might make us question our ability to handle stress. A life coach has a role to play here. She helps an individual in traversing this journey in a holistic manner. She shows the traveller the right direction, guides which turns to take. 

Work profile 

Life coaching aims at making one a better person. It takes into its ambit personal and professional growth of an individual. Through counseling sessions, it brings about permanent, positive change in the person.

A coach develops a customised programme. The unique approach prevents the subject from being stereotyped or boxed as per standard assessments. One’s own life’s instances become a measure of a person’s emotional well-being.

A life coach must understand how in principle the cognitive system of the client operates. A life coach would approach a new assignment in the same way as any other coach: identifying the clients’ needs, exploring their situation fully, and setting goals.

For bigger, better goals

Coaching is different for different individuals. Life coaching is seen as an individualised process of facilitating change in people, with the focus on specific targets and enriching their lives. A life coach will help you in this process of discovery and self-actualisation.

Deliver results

People go through several situations during their lifetime. These influence the way they perceive life and engage with their environment. Everyone around has a part to play in our personal growth. We can be provided appropriate support and can be challenged. A life coach concentrates on what clients are concerned about. She helps people deal with different situations. She marks concerns and goals for her subjects, that help them in the long run.

Importance of life coaching

Human behaviour has always been a subject of interest. Several renowned psychologists have studied cognitive ability, moral reasoning, emotional maturity, ego strength, and other aspects of human nature to draw conclusions. These results have helped deal with issues that people generally face.

Some defining characteristics   

• It is holistic, addresses the complete wellness of a person, rather than just focus on work-related goals.
• It addresses long-standing behaviour problems.
• It is helps one cope with losses during one’s lifespan.
• A coach is a thought partner, who listens to you patiently.