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Yes, many leaders start with insight (Elite) and then progress to a Master pathway for the full integration of their new behaviour.

That is, of course, the question.

At the same time, I can’t tell you in advance exactly what you’ll get out of coaching. That depends on the challenges you’re currently facing, the underlying patterns, and, above all, what you’re prepared to do differently.

What I do often see is that the change is rarely limited to the problem that brought the person in.

After all, you take yourself with you wherever you go.

A manager who takes on everything at work often does the same at home. An entrepreneur who finds it hard to let go notices this not only in their business, but also in their relationship. And anyone who reacts impulsively under pressure will find themselves following the same pattern in conversations with colleagues and with their children.

That is why the insights gained from coaching often have an impact in several areas at once – both professionally and personally.

A good example is Charlotte, entrepreneur and mum. After completing her programme, she described the difference as follows:

“The biggest difference is that I no longer react straight away when something annoys or upsets me. I take a step back, try to understand what’s going on first, and only then do I react. That makes a world of difference.”

Something I’d been dreading turned out to be much easier than I’d expected. It was precisely because I didn’t react straight away, but wrote down what was going on first and then summarised it.

I’ve also noticed a real difference when it comes to letting go. I’ve been working on this for two years now to hand over the presidency. And now, all of a sudden, it’s possible.

“And I can see that reflected in the company too. Despite a fairly significant change within the organisation, we’re performing better than forecast this year.”

And to me, that epitomises what coaching can achieve.

Not because coaching makes everything suddenly go smoothly. But because you get to know yourself better at times when things get stressful. You recognise sooner what you do automatically, which means you don’t get stuck in that state for as long, and you can then consciously choose how you want to react.

And it’s not just at work that you use that skill.

You take it home with you. To your partner. To your children. To difficult conversations. And to the decisions you may have been putting off for far too long.

Ultimately, that is what personal leadership is all about for me.

That you are no longer automatically driven by old patterns, but can make more conscious choices about how you want to work, live and interact with the people who matter to you.

Not only does this bring you greater peace of mind and a sense of control, it also brings more connection, fulfilment and joy into your life.

Not because everything suddenly becomes easier, but because you’re increasingly living in a way that really suits you.

What does a breathing or systemic session involve?

Some patterns are hard to break. You understand where they come from, but find that, when under pressure, you still react in the same way. That is why we sometimes combine coaching with an in-depth breathing or systemic session.

Breathing session with Arend Nennie

During a connective breathing session, Arend Nennie from SoulRevolution guides you in using your breath consciously. This can help you release tension, give your emotions space and experience a deeper connection with yourself.

Whilst coaching primarily provides insight into your behaviour, breathwork helps you to become aware of what is going on at a physical and emotional level as well.

Systemic session or family constellation

During a systemic session with Wies van Olst or Marjan de Haan, we explore how unconscious patterns and dynamics from your family or other significant relationships influence your current behaviour.

A family constellation helps to reveal these patterns. Think, for example, of the tendency to always take responsibility, avoid conflict, prove yourself, or find it difficult to set boundaries.

By looking at these dynamics from a different perspective, new insights and options may emerge.

Which session is right for you?

We’ll decide that together during the coaching programme. We don’t just look at what you want to change, but above all at what keeps holding you back. That way, we can choose the approach that best suits your development needs.