"Respond from the center of the hurricane, rather than reacting from the chaos of the storm."
- George Mumford
As this unprecedented health crisis persists, I often reflect on the links between our minds and bodies, and how to leverage that information to care for ourselves and others during this extremely challenging time. Though we often view our minds and bodies as separate, they are constantly impacting each other, whether or not we acknowledge it.
Read More“The art of coaching is doing, thinking, and being: doing a set of actions, holding a set of beliefs, and being in a way that results in those actions leading to change.”
- Elena Aguilar
In addition to learning from my own coaches, I study the strategies of others whom I’ll likely never meet, but who have shared their techniques with us. Countless books, podcasts, courses, and articles are easily accessible, giving us an opportunity to refine our practices. Below are some of the books that have influenced me most as a coach in general (not from a sports-specific lens). These resources are written for a variety of audiences, but the lessons are applicable to leaders at every level.
Read More“If you must look back, do so forgivingly. If you must look forward, do so prayerfully. However, the wisest thing you can do is to be present in the present. Gratefully.”
- Maya Angelou
These last few weeks in the U.S. have been unprecedented, confusing, difficult, frustrating, scary, and filled with grief. To manage my stress, I’ve been incorporating mind/body strategies. Thinking about the future now increases my anxiety and fear, so focusing on my body through practical strategies and connecting with loved ones gives me a positive experience in the present moment, as I practice a more still presence.
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