In today's episode of the Christian Coaching School Podcast, Dr. Leelo Bush breaks down how self-awareness on the part of the coach is crucial and how it will optimize your skills and / or a step-by-step coaching plan.

[01:02] Introduction

[02:12] Why Christian Coaches Should Be Concerned About Self Image

[05:00] How to Make The Shift From Wearier to Warrior

[08:29] The Importance of Christian Coaches Knowing Their True Self

[10:59] You Owe it to Your Clients to Work on Your Self Image 

[14:01] The Benefits of Taking Care of Your Physical Self

[16:40] Dr. Bush’s 60+ Pound Weight Loss From Her New Self Image
[20:15] The Bible Discourages Excess

Why Christian Coaches Should Be Concerned About Self-Image 

Christian coaching is all about improving the lives of others. So why should we, as Christian coaches, be concerned about our self-image? Well, primarily because how we look at ourselves impacts how we look at everything else. It filters our thoughts on everything and determines whether we will react with courage or shrink back. 

Unfortunately, when determining our self-image, many of us get caught up with false standards and judge ourselves based on intelligence, wisdom, health, experience, age, gender, talent, or righteousness. But here's the thing; focusing on your self-image is neither selfish nor egotistical. Yet it's sad to see so many of God's people walk around without really understanding who they are. 

Dr. Bush believes that the only way to become an influential coach is to become completely aware of who you are. Also, understand that improving your self-image is not a one-and-done process. It's something you'll have to do for the entirety of your life. And if you haven't given it much thought, now's a good time to do so. 

The Benefits of Taking Care of Your Physical Self

Taking care of our self-image will naturally lead to taking good care of our physical selves. And there are three major reasons for this. First, if we don't feel good, then it's going to be difficult for us to perform our work with excellence. Second, if we don't maintain our grooming and appearance, how will we gain the respect of others who would follow our lead? And third, if you had a choice to do business with someone, would you choose a well-groomed, neat individual or a sloppy, unkempt person? This is just practical. 

All this ties neatly into how we dress and being mindful of what we eat. We need to make sure that we consume a balanced diet. If you're unhappy with your weight, you can do something about it. Dr. Bush understands how hard this can be. But after her 60-plus pound weight loss over the last 18 months, she knows how to achieve this. And you, too, can achieve this because God will support you, as His ambassador. That said, your attempts may be in vain unless your self-image supports the new lifestyle and eating habits of a slender person. And this begins with our thoughts, which define our self-image.

Links and Resources:

Shake Off the Snake: Making the Shift from Wearier to Warrior by A. J. Rubano  https://amzn.to/3cMFVMF

Comprehensive Christian Coach Handbook by Leelo Bush, PhD: https://amzn.to/3cNgsml

Spirit-Led Marketing program: pccca.org/slm

Join the Courageous Christian Coaching Tribe: pccca.org/tribe

Free Christian Coaching Masterclass: pccca.org/getcertified

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