Life coaching is a tool that is often used to help support those who wish to make changes in their lives. Change can be scary; you know you need to do it but you’re not sure how.
Sometimes there are times in our lives where we know we need to do something different; we need to shake things up a bit, but we don’t know where or how to start.
I talk with many clients about all aspects of change and how we can put together a plan to facilitate it in the most productive (and least scary) way.
Areas of change.
These obviously vary from person to person, but the most common areas around change that come up with my clients are:
- Appearance – Feeling like you need a change? Maybe something has happened to you recently and you want a different look or perhaps you’ve outgrown your current style and want a makeover?
- Job – You might not have been happy for a while and feel like life is too short to remain somewhere where you’re no longer happy? Maybe it’s larger than that and you’re desperate to do something completely different?
- Location – The children have flown the nest; you might have split up from a partner and want a change of house/home? Or perhaps you just fancy living somewhere else?
- Relationship – You’re no longer in one or you’re looking for a new relationship and feel the time is now. Maybe you want to get out of the relationship you’re in and you’re ready for change?
All of these things can be major life changing events and – on the face of it – feel very scary but with the right help and support, change can be SO exciting.
Ask yourself these questions –
- If I were to make this change, how could my life look?
- If I make no changes, how will my life look?
- What is the scariest factor in making this change?
- By making this change, how will I benefit and what will be the positive impact on those around me?
- What would be the most exciting part of making this change?
Change can be unpopular.
Change isn’t always embraced by those in our circles since it can alter the dynamics of our interactions. Nevertheless, that shouldn’t deter us. If you’re contemplating a significant shift in your life, there’s a valid reason behind it. It suggests an imbalance in your current situation, and you have every right to take steps to rectify that.
Find an objective sounding board.
This is where I step in. Life coaching provides you with an objective ally, someone who will cheer you on and offer support as you navigate potentially challenging decisions without passing judgment.
Go for it!
Why wouldn’t you? If you’re creating change for a positive impact on your life, you’re not purposefully out to hurt others – why would you not try something different? Maybe this change will be the making of you but you won’t know until you try!
