A recent conversation made me realize the value of listening to other points of view. You know, to decide if you want to challenge what is said, remain true to what you originally thought, or discard the view completely and decide on something new. It sparked contemplation.
Did you ever notice, though, a point of view that someone has on Tuesday is sometimes completely different on Wednesday? My observation has been that views change with the wind or better yet, with a different thought. For example, I was told that a blog about coaching becomes repetitive. How many ways can you discuss coaching? Well, shouldn't a website about coaching that has a blog at least mention coaching? Maybe yes, maybe no...
Sure, sometime on my blog I write about things seemingly unrelated to coaching. Like, yesterday I saw the movie, "Lincoln." I was in awe of every aspect of the show, from the cinematography to the acting. It was a testament to the ability of man and demonstrated the challenge that our democracy presents. How does it relate to coaching?
Everyday, whether via self-talk, or listening to others, we are being coached. We are making decisions, sometime unconsciously, as to what our view is on matters. Using Lincoln's style could prove very useful in developing a point a view about health, dealing with pain and suffering, and overseeing change. Consciously listening to what is being said, and either embracing it or discarding it is self coaching. At least, for today, this Sunday, that's my point of view.
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