Coaches Rising

The dominant narrative of our culture is that we each have “a personality” that is relatively consistent and coherent. But is that really true? And more importantly, is it a helpful and health-promoting model? In this conversation with psychotherapist Richard Schwartz, we explore what lies beyond the narrow definition of self, the key understanding coaches need in order to work with aspects of self, and how parts work is a portal to self-leadership. Richard C. Schwartz, Ph.D. is the founder of Internal Family Systems, a powerfully transformative, evidence-based model of psychotherapy. The IFS Institute offers three levels of trainings and workshops for professionals and the general public, both in the US and abroad. A featured speaker for national professional organizations, Richard has published five books and over fifty articles about IFS. A list of resources mentioned in the podcast can be found here: https://www.coachesrising.com/podcast/internal-family-systems-and-coaching/

As the curve of chaos steepens due to COVID-19, leaders are more aware than ever of the shifting demands of organisational leadership. In this conversation with leadership strategist Amy Fox we explore the new competencies required by leaders, the skills coaches need to help them in acquiring them and the missing pieces in organisational wholeness. Amy Elizabeth Fox is a senior leadership strategist with experience consulting to senior leadership on issues related to human capital, organizational health and leadership development. She is the Chief Executive Officer of Mobius Executive Leadership, a premier leadership development firm with offices in Boston and London. Over the past decade and a half she has spoken at numerous national industry gatherings and led workshops for corporate executives across the country. Amy is also psychotherapist and an executive coach. Check out the Coaches Rising Summit at www.coachesrising.com/summit A list of resources mentioned in the podcast can be found here: https://www.coachesrising.com/podcast/becoming-an-embodied-transmission-of-transformation-with-amy-elizabeth-fox/

In a captivating discussion, Erica Ariel Fox, co-founder of Mobius Executive Leadership and a Harvard Law School negotiation expert, delves into the challenges leaders face during turbulent times. She explores the transformative power of myth and archetypes for personal growth, highlighting insights from thinkers like Carl Jung. Erica emphasizes authenticity and mindfulness in coaching, and the role of music in deepening purpose. Through innovative techniques, she encourages leaders to reconnect with their true selves and craft meaningful legacies.

As the world remains in lockdown and the dominant structures of capitalism are called into question, should we also be questioning our internal structures? In this conversation with psychologist Rick Hanson we explore how neuroscience supports Buddhist teachings, why this is a particularly potent time to focus on self-actualisation, and simple practices to understand and embody the key principles of awakening. Rick Hanson, Ph.D., is a psychologist, Senior Fellow of the Greater Good Science Center at UC Berkeley and New York Times best-selling author. His books have been published in 28 languages and include Neurodharma, Resilient, Hardwiring Happiness, Buddha’s Brain, Just One Thing, and Mother Nurture. He’s been an invited speaker at Google, NASA, Oxford, and Harvard, and taught in meditation centers worldwide. A list of resources mentioned in the podcast can be found here: https://www.coachesrising.com/podcast/neurodharma-where-new-science-and-ancient-wisdom-meet-with-rick-hanson/

The world is panicking and our leaders are stressed, and yet we need emergent, innovative thinking now more than ever – how can we best support them through these challenging times? In this conversation with leadership coach Jenifer Cohen we dive into the nature of shock responses, how to help stressed leaders reorient towards possibility, development beyond “self” and redefining what service means. Jennifer Cohen is a leadership and organizational coach and consultant with 25 years in the field coaching hundreds of individuals and groups, specializing in developing leaders to excel in a context of uncertainty and quick-shifting terrain. Her coaching and training is distinguished by her applied studies in communication theories including quantum physics, ontology, neuroscience, Somatics and systems thinking. She is the co-author with Gina LaRoche of The Seven Laws of Enough. A list of resources mentioned in the podcast can be found here: https://www.coachesrising.com/podcast/coaching-leaders-in-times-of-coronavirus-with-jennifer-cohen/

As the practice of coaching deepens psychologically, the possibility of trauma coming to light increases. This brings up the important question of how we as coaches respond to a client exhibiting trauma symptoms. In this conversation with David Treleaven, an expert on trauma-sensitive mindfulness, we look at what trauma-sensitive coaching is, how to recognise trauma symptoms in your client, and how to respond responsibly. David Treleaven, PhD, is a writer and educator working at the intersection of mindfulness and trauma. He is the author of the acclaimed book Trauma-Sensitive Mindfulness and founder of the Trauma-Sensitive Mindfulness (TSM) Community, a group committed to setting a standard of care within mindfulness-based practices. Through workshops, keynotes, podcasts, and online education, David focuses on offering mindfulness providers with the knowledge and tools they require to meet the needs of those struggling with trauma. A list of resources mentioned in the podcast can be found here: https://www.coachesrising.com/podcast/becoming-a-trauma-sensitive-coach-with-david-treleaven/

In these times of global lockdown as the novel coronavirus sweeps through the world, it’s more important than ever for us to understand how stress impacts us and how we can mitigate its effect on our health. In this conversation with Elizabeth Stanley, Ph.D., we explore the relationship between stress and trauma, the two parts of the brain that are involved in the stress/trauma response and how mindfulness can help us resolve past trauma and mitigate the effects of stress. Elizabeth A. Stanley, Ph.D., is associate professor of security studies at Georgetown University, jointly appointed in the School of Foreign Service and Government Department. She speaks, teaches, and writes about resilience, decision-making under stress, enacted systems, civil-military relations, military effectiveness and innovation, and international security. She served as a U.S. Army intelligence officer in Asia, Europe, and on Balkans deployments, leaving service as a captain and created Mindfulness-based Mind Fitness Training (MMFT)®, which she’s taught to thousands in high-stress environments. A list of resources mentioned in the podcast can be found here: https://www.coachesrising.com/podcast/how-to-find-resilience-and-well-being-in-times-of-coronavirus-with-elizabeth-stanley/

In this conversation we explore two types of embodied change with pioneer Richard Strozzi Heckler. One is the deeper aspect our of felt experience that Richard describes as energetic. As we learn to access this place of being in the moment it increases the wisdom and effectiveness of our doing. The second topic we explore is The Arc of Somatic Transformation, a map describing the journey of embodied change from our current shape to our new shape, created by the Strozzi Institute. Richard Strozzi Heckler is a true pioneer in the field of embodied transformation. He has been coach to CEO's fortune 500 companies, the US government and military and NGO's. He is the author of several books including The Leadership Dojo and The Art of Somatic Coaching. A list of resources mentioned in the podcast can be found here: https://www.coachesrising.com/podcast/the-somatic-arc-of-transformation-with-richard-strozzi-heckler/

David Whyte, a poet and philosopher affiliated with Oxford, dives into the importance of engaging in courageous conversations during uncertain times. He discusses how the pandemic has forced us to reflect on our routines and identities, urging listeners to embrace the unknown. Whyte emphasizes the power of silence and deep listening, inviting us to explore who we choose to be. His insights on the poetic imagination help illuminate the transformative potential of authentic dialogues in navigating modern challenges.

The heart has long been a focal point in spiritual development. But what does it have to do with performance, with self-awareness, with flow? In this conversation with therapist and spiritual teacher John Prendergast, PhD we explore how to guide our clients into the intelligence of the heart, how to foster trust and flow and the somatic markers of inner knowing. John J. Prendergast, PhD is a spiritual teacher, author, psychotherapist and retired adjunct professor of psychology at CIIS who now offers residential and online retreats. He is the author of two books, the most recent being The Deep Heart: Our Portal to Presence. He is also the founder and editor-in-chief of Undivided: The Online Journal of Nonduality and Psychology. A list of resources mentioned in the podcast can be found here: https://www.coachesrising.com/podcast/the-deep-heart-our-portal-to-presence/