The Coaching Psychology Pod

005: How do coaches work with nature?

Apr 1, 2022
In this engaging discussion, Peter Hawkins, an expert in leadership, Anna-Marie Watson, a former British Army Officer and performance coach, Elsa Valdivielso Martínez, a wellbeing practitioner, and Karen Finn, a coaching psychology specialist, explore the transformational power of integrating nature into coaching. They delve into how outdoor settings can enrich the coaching experience, address ecological challenges, and enhance personal empowerment. Each guest shares insights on using nature as a teacher, creating a more holistic and sustainable approach to coaching.
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ANECDOTE

Anna-Marie's Outdoor Coaching Journey

  • Anna-Marie Watson shared how her military and expedition background inspired her approach to coaching outdoors.
  • She uses nature's richness and metaphor as a backdrop, tailoring coaching to individual comfort zones and environments.
INSIGHT

Healing the Human-Nature Split

  • Coaching with nature heals the split between humans and the more-than-human world.
  • This reconnection is vital for the survival of multiple species, including humans, over the next decades.
INSIGHT

Personal Nature Connects Ecosystem

  • Working with clients' personal relationship to nature helps bridge connection to the wider ecosystem.
  • Tailoring language and metaphors to each person fosters authentic engagement with nature in coaching.
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