A Brief Overview Of Personal Wellness Coaching

By Krystal Branch


It is ironic that so many people, whilst enjoying one of the highest standards of living the world has seen struggle to make sense out of their own lives. Many people feel unfulfilled and while they desire internal growth and change, they do not know how to go about it. This is perhaps one of the main reasons why personal wellness coaching has become so popular.

It is almost impossible to define just what it is that will cause any individual to feel fulfilled or happy. This is because every human being differs and no two people will find joy in the exact same circumstances. A coach can help his clients to do an analysis of their own needs, wants and desires. Only after such self examination can a specific program be devised or even considered.

An individual instructor can help people set realistic goals and to devise a program that will hopefully achieve specific objectives. Many people set themselves unrealistic goals, or they embark upon courses and programs that are based on vague resolutions to take positive action in their own lives. Such an approach is almost doomed to failure, but a professional can help to make sure that a realistic approach is followed.

It is interesting to note that the majority of experts in this field start off with a fitness program. They argue that physical health and fitness form the basis for psychological and emotional stability and even happiness. Fit people are more motivated, they eat better, they sleep better and they have much more energy than those that are overweight and unfit.

An individual instructor should be chosen with great care. It may be best to seek somebody that has a solid background in helping people to achieve their live objectives and that has formal qualifications in this field. References from friends and family may help, but it is also important to keep in mind that there need to be a personal connection between the instructor and his client.

Many clients are disappointed because they failed to realize that it is only they that can achieve change in their lives. The coach cannot set goals for the client or prescribe the course of action that should be pursued. The role of the individual instructor is to act as guide and to motivate his clients to achieve the objectives that they have set for themselves.

Hiring the services of an experienced coach can be expensive. However, many churches offer life enrichment courses at no cost or for a small donation. It is also possible to reduce the cost by joining groups of like minded people that have roughly similar aims. Some people hire a coach for a short period of time, simply to help them get started.

Personal wellness coaching has become a big industry. Professional coaches need to be versatile because the expectations of their clients vary wildly. Many people start off with one coach and then change to another as their personal needs change. It remains important, however, to remember that the responsibility for success lies with the client, not the coach.




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