Strong Ground, Part Two: Grounded Confidence & Coaching from the Core

15/11/2025 23 min Temporada 1 Episodio 18
Strong Ground, Part Two: Grounded Confidence & Coaching from the Core

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Send us a textIn this follow-up to our first episode on Strong Ground by Brené Brown, Christy and Ken dive deeper into what it means to coach from grounded confidence rather than from protection. They reflect on how this shows up in real coaching relationships and explore powerful concepts like the “line of fear,” the shift from armored to daring coaching, and the impact of power dynamics in the coaching space.You’ll hear Christy share insights from the ICF Converge Conference and Ken’s breakthrough moment with the Empowerment Triangle. Together, they unpack how presence, humility, and curiosity shape meaningful coaching—and how coaches can support themselves in staying grounded.Key Takeaways:The “line of fear” and how it shapes our leadership presenceMoving from armored to daring coachingThe power differential in coaching: Are you rescuing or partnering?Self-compassion and nervous system awareness as grounding toolsWhether you're early in your coaching journey or deepening your mastery, this episode offers both reflection and practical wisdom to support your growth.Buy the bookGet the Reflection Guide Support the show

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