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Episode Synopsis
In this episode, we dive into the critical distinction between empathy and compassion in coaching, exploring how these concepts influence the effectiveness of coaching sessions. Drawing from our own coaching and supervisory experiences, we discuss the importance of boundaries, self-awareness, and personal responsibility in both coaching and supervision. We touch on how coaches can maintain their energy and emotional resilience in their practice.As usual, we share our 3 top tips.If you found this episode useful, please consider leaving a positive review on Apple Podcasts. Your feedback helps us reach more listeners!Resources:Robin Shohet: This isn’t a direct quote but he encourages coaches to pay exquisite attention to how someone makes you feel.Kristin Neff: Self-compassion expert, with further resources on her website; https://self-compassion.org
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