A Brief Guide To Transpersonal Coaching

By Allyson Burke


In order to understand what transpersonal coaching is you need to know the basic definition. Transpersonal means to go beyond the person. It is about looking at a range of issues rather than simply the individual and their personal circumstances. With the right coach it is possible to change lives not just in the short term but also change their outlook in the long term as well.

The term transpersonal refers to looking beyond the person. While it is true that the personality of an individual can influence how they react to a situation and the problems that arise from that reaction this is not the sole influence on their behavior. A coach that uses transpersonal methods will recognize this and react accordingly.

All of these aspects influence the behavior of an individual. A transpersonal coach looks at their client and considers what is known as the voice of their soul. As every person is unique equally the coaching that client receives has to be individual as well, recognizing that one person can have a different reaction to the same set of problems as somebody else.

You may then react to that stress by eating comfort food, smoking or drinking alcohol. This in turn negatively affects your physical health and results in discomfort that can add to that stress. The stress in turn then exacerbates the physical problems, resulting in a vicious cycle where each negative reaction results in another problem arising and the method of dealing with it only seems to create more problems.

However a coach can also go deeper. For example improved health can lead to reduced stress. This in turn can mean people feel happier and are more likely to be able to focus on their working life. This holistic approach means that a lot of the issues that can be obstacles to fulfillment can be dealt with in a way that you may not necessarily get using more conventional motivational methods.

In the short term a treat or a drink at the end of the day is alright and often the mental process of having something to mark the end of the day before you go home can make it easier to switch off and relax. The problem is when it starts to become a compulsion and then becomes an addiction. A coach needs to guide their client away from these coping mechanisms and look at the deeper issues behind their unhappiness and how to overcome mental obstacles.

It is also about dealing with the most difficult problems in life. People who have had major upheaval in their lives can often struggle to adapt to their new circumstances. Finding someone who is sympathetic and yet also able to give firm direction can give people the chance to cope and adapt to their new circumstances, ensuring a happier long term outcome for their personal and professional lives.

There are various people that offer transpersonal coaching services. It is worth asking them about their circumstances. Often the coach will have experience that can be beneficial, showing how they have overcome problems and how they pass on that knowledge to other clients. Look online to find coaches in your local area to see how they can help you.




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