Kelly Douglass: Coaching Outside

Let's start this year with a positive plan in place.

The starfish represents your ability to renew yourself. It reminds you that the power and secret to healing and reinventing yourself resides within you. Additionally, the starfish spirit animal represents heightened senses and sensory feelings. It encourages you to trust your instincts and listen to your inner voice. Mar 31, 2023 Google

I was listening to Mel Robbins yesterday and what she said hit home. We need to grow up. When we were young, often we didn't "feel like it." But that didn't matter. We had to do it anyway because Mom or Dad said so. As adults we need to parent ourselves; take responsibility for our lives. Motivation is a feeling that ebbs and flows. No matter. We need to:
1. "Just do it" because we said so.
2. Count 5-4-3-2-1 and get to it, whether you feel like it or not.
3. Use simple discipline to create routines in your life
4. Use environmental triggers to "cue yourself" to take action.

Relationships, Routines and Resilience. The 3 R's for surviving during this time.

The Stress of This Moment Might Be Hurting Kids’ Development But relationships, routines, and resilience can help

It's ok to not be ok. Sometimes it's a banner day just to be vertical. One step at a time.

I was asked recently what the most important coaching skill is to teach students: My answer: Self-care: Physical, Focus and Mindset. We are our own worst enemies. We can teach, but if the student is not a ready recipient, the knowledge will not result in learning and engagement.

Growth Mindset
Confidence and Self-esteem
Self-leadership
Resilience and Coping Skills
Goals and Achievement
Happiness!

Coaching Outside...