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🧭 Coaching in Times of Collapse (w/ Margaret Wheatley)

Published over 1 year ago • 1 min read

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Bridging Personal & Systemic Transformation

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After a two month break, we're back! This conversation with Meg (Margaret) Wheatley is one of the most powerful I've had. In preparing for our interview, I had to really wrestle with her core premise - that we are already in the middle of definite societal collapse. A part of me already believes this to be true and was relieved to hear it. Another part of me feels hesitant about saying anything definite about the future and wants to make space for many possible futures!

If you wrestle with similar questions, I'd love to hear how this episode resonates with you.

This week's episode

🗣️ Coaching industry evolution
🗣️ Recognizing our collective power
🗣️ Politicizing new coaches
🗣️ Exploring shame's role
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“It takes enormous courage and enormous compassion to face reality. To say ‘I want my little contribution to make a difference. Maybe only in the lives of my colleagues, family, and community, but that's enough actually.’”

Margaret Wheatley

Author of Who Do We Choose to Be?

Questions we explore in this episode:

  • How can we face the reality of societal collapse without turning away or numbing ourselves?
  • What does it mean to redefine meaningful work and life in the context of global challenges?
  • How can coaches move beyond individualism to embrace a more community-centered approach?
  • What practices can help develop a stable mind and presence in turbulent times?
  • How can we cultivate the "warrior spirit" to stay engaged and serve others amidst difficulty?
  • What role does "hopium" play in our ability to confront reality and find authentic ways to contribute?
  • How can coaches become more aware of their own triggers and needs during sessions?

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