As life coaches, we also need coaching support. Best life coaches are those of us who are the most coachable. Below, we share with you a brief exercise to help you gain clarity on your current challenges or desires about your future. Enjoy!
What would your future self-advice you about how you spend your time today?
We time travel. All of us spend most of our time either worrying or dreaming about our future. If we leave our mind to its state, we’ll find ourselves wandering through time with no attention in demand and this natural state of mind is not productive.
Experiencing a sense of productivity increases our sense of flow and contentment with ourselves. According to Positive Psychology researchers, it also increases our confidence and self-esteem.
Play with us as we introduce you to a mini-coaching exercise. Before you start, please take a few deep breaths, and get comfortable. Depending on your ability to self-concentrate, this exercise might take 5 minutes to 15-20 minutes.
Now, suppose you’ve invited your future self to ask for advice about yourself and your current life. You see your future self in your mind’s eye (even for a flash moment). Then, you ask about a piece of advice that will help you with today and prepare you for a happier future? Ask your questions and listen. Pay attention to your body’s sensations and feelings.
What advice did you get from your future self?
How do you feel about it?
What will you do about it?
Take your notes, and perhaps even journal about the insight.
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