S5 Episode 5: Existential Coaching with Yannick Jacob

Claire Pedrick and Yannick Jacob explore the nuances of coaching, particularly existential coaching. Yannick shares his journey into coaching, emphasizing the importance of meaningful conversations and personal experiences. They discuss the philosophical underpinnings of existential coaching and the significance of personal experience in the coaching process. Hear about the courage required to navigate the complexities of human existence and the role of coaches in facilitating deeper connections with the people we coach. They explore the balance between professional distance and personal connection, the impact of eye contact in virtual settings, and the evolving role of AI in coaching. The dialogue emphasises the need for coaches to cultivate genuine human connections and adapt to the changing landscape of our profession.

Takeaways

• Coaching is about deep, meaningful conversations.
• Existential coaching is rooted in philosophy.
• It takes courage to be authentic and human.
• Personal experience enhances the coaching relationship.
• Coaches should hold space for the other person’s experiences.
• Existential coaching opens doors beyond traditional methods.
• Understanding the people we coach requires a willingness to not know.
• Philosophy invites curiosity in coaching practices.
• Coaches can help clients navigate life's big questions.
• You don't need to have experienced a condition to help others.

• Depth matching is crucial in coaching relationships.
• Eye contact plays a significant role in engagement during sessions.
• Presence in coaching involves more than just focusing on the client.
• AI is changing the coaching landscape, but human connection remains vital.
• Dissonance can be a powerful tool for unlocking insights.

Contact Yannick via LinkedIn

Contact Claire by emailing info@3dcoaching.com or checking out her 3D Coaching Supervision Community

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Coming Up:

• Next: Laura Wong and Amy Cooper join Claire in the Book Corner
• Soon: Jeremy Earnshaw talks about evaluation in executive coaching

Key Words

coaching, therapy, vulnerability, presence, AI, eye contact, distance, relational coaching, professional development, human connection, existential coaching, personal experience, psychological growth, meaningful conversations, coaching techniques, coaching philosophy, coaching journey, coaching insights, coaching and psychedelics