Navigating Codependency in Coaching Relationships
In this episode, the hosts dive into the topic of codependent clients and coaches with saviour complexes.
John and Angie share personal experiences, address the importance of setting healthy boundaries, and discuss the potential pitfalls of seeking or becoming a reliance centre for clients.
They further explore how unhealthy dependencies can form, the need for coaches to empower rather than disempower, and the ethics involved in maintaining professional coaching relationships.
Our hosts also emphasize the significance of self-awareness and continual personal development as essential elements in effective coaching.
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00:00 Introduction: The Big Decision
01:07 Discussing Codependent Clients
01:21 Personal Experiences with Codependency
03:24 The Savior Complex in Coaching
04:05 Setting Boundaries with Clients
05:32 The Role of NLP and Hypnosis
06:46 Empowering Clients vs. Fixing Them
15:58 Challenges with Difficult Clients
18:00 The Importance of Healthy Boundaries
29:14 Concluding Thoughts and Next Steps