For one of the written pieces, I wrote a poem as it was the only way I could even begin to express how I understood the coaching process as well as describe how the experience had impact me.
The Sweat Is With Them.
I realise what I have been missing as I sit in this half moon semi circle of chairs. Here, I am held by the teacher’s voice, presence, gaze. I now understand what it looks like to be safe.
I now understand what it sounds like to be heard.
I now understand what it smells like to be appreciated.
I now understand what it tastes like to be myself. Trust.
Coaching is an unknown journey and yet it is not my journey but the journey of the other. I am here to gently walk alongside as they find their way.
It is not for me to judge.
It is not for me to offer advice.
It is not for me to reassure.
I come with openness, authenticity and my true self to hold a safe space for them. I remain in the present moment. I can do no more, no less. It is enough.
The sweat is with them.
