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Wellness Coach Training

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1. Coaching psychology goal

2. Coaches do not...
Seek out Successes - Notice the Client's Areas of Arousal - Consider the Stages of Change - Question Gaps - Note Concerns
Positive Conversations and Interactions stem from Positive Questions and Reflections.
analyze problems - give advice - prescribe solutions - recommend goals - develop strategies - teach new skills - or - provide education.
Any talk by the client that makes the case for change (or for not staying the same).

3. Essential parts of a wellness vision
Values (Who do I want to be?) - Outcomes (What results do I want to achieve?) - Behaviors (What activities do I want to do consistently?) - Motivators (Why does this matter a lot to me - right now?) - Strengths (What strengths - talents - and abilit
How large is the gap between where you are today and your wellness vision? Clarify Point A (starting point) and B (client's dream) for vision.
1. Priorities 2. Confidence 3. Readiness for change
Observing Similar Role Models

4. Mindfulness
SCT asserts that human behavior is determined by three factors which interact with each other in dynamic and reciprocal ways: personal factors (such as what we believe and how we feel about what we can do) - environmental factors (such as our support
Specific - Measurable - Action Based - Realistic - Timelined
The non-judgmental awareness of What is happening in the present moment.
These reflections are like the images we see in trifold mirrors - revealing multiple perspectives at the same time.

5. Satisfaction
What makes this vision really important to you? Why do you really want to reach this vision? What good will come from your doing so? (Give examples of powerful motivators.)
The positive past requires a sense of satisfaction with the domains of life that are important to an individual
Observing Similar Role Models
What is your confidence level on a scale of 0 to 10 for achieving this goal?

6. Three Wishes (Appreciative Interview Protocol)

7. When people are thinking about changing a behavior - they can ask themselves three basic questions

8. Measuring Client Confidence
What is your confidence level on a scale of 0 to 10 for achieving this goal?
The process starts by securing an agreement between coach and client as to what the client wants to learn (topic choice) and how the client wants to learn it (method choice).
Giving respectful attention and understanding to physiological / affective states - both during and between coaching sessions - can assist coaches and clients in finding that sweet spot.
What are the most important elements in your vision? If you keep these in mind - will they power you forward and help you stay on track?

9. Decisional Balance
It is the key that unlocks the Through goal setting - we turn visions and intentions into actions and reality - door to self-efficacy and self-esteem when it comes to health - fitness - and wellness.
Decisional balance involves evaluating the pros and cons of change: What are the costs and benefits of not changing? What are the costs and benefits of changing?
Gratitude Forgiveness
As a Wellness Coach you should _____________ - if you think they can accomplish more.

10. Other benefits of having clients complete a Well-Being Assessment include...
Specific - Measurable - Action-based (behaviors) - Realistic - Time-bound
Evoking Change Talk
1. Trust and rapport 2. Honoring personality preferences 3. The written word
On a scale of 0-10 - with 10 being really confident and 0 being no confidence - how confident are you that you can close this gap and realize your vision?

11. Dream (The 5-D CYCLE OF AI)

12. Reframe

13. Steps to Assist Clients in Developing a Compelling Vision #6 Gap

14. Empathy vs. Sympathy

15. When is personal disclosure on the part of the coach appropriate?
Values (Who do I want to be?) - Outcomes (What results do I want to achieve?) - Behaviors (What activities do I want to do consistently?) - Motivators (Why does this matter a lot to me - right now?) - Strengths (What strengths - talents - and abilit
When it serves the best interests of the client and the coaching program - not because a coach wants to share and be understood (subtly inviting the client to play the role of coach).
The purpose of Appreciative Inquiry is to elevate both the energy and self-efficacy of clients - in order to assist them in realizing their destiny.
As a Wellness Coach you should __________ to necessary environmental modifications.

16. Unconditional positive regard
1. Express Empathy 2. Develop Discrepancy 3. Roll With Resistance 4. Support Self-Efficacy
Be aware of any 'red flags' such as health risks - injuries - or other health concerns that might require a physician release before engaging in regular exercise. If exercise will be a part of the coaching program - a physician release form can be pr
Being completely accepting toward another person - without reservations
As a Wellness Coach you should _________ what clients are saying in ways that provoke change.

17. Mastery Experiences
As a Wellness Coach you should _________ between sessions.
Are Specific - Measurable - Action-based - Realistic - and Time-lined (or SMART
Successful - Perseverant Efforts
For example - writing down exactly what new behavior will be done and when.

18. Contemplation

19. The Positive Principle (Appreciative Inquiry)
It is also important to consider whether clients have significant emotional or mental health risks that would impair their ability to move forward in a coaching relationship.
The positive past requires a sense of satisfaction with the domains of life that are important to an individual
'Tell me about the things you value most deeply - things about yourself - your relationships - and your work. Without being modest - who are you when you are at your best?'
Positive Actions & Outcomes stem from Positive Energy and Emotion.

20. Steps to Assist Clients in Developing a Compelling Vision #5 Motivators
MI encourages coaches to use open-ended questions - reflective listening statements - as well as a variety of rulers to develop awareness of the gap that may exist between present behavior and important personal goals or values.
Observing Similar Role Models
What makes this vision really important to you? Why do you really want to reach this vision? What good will come from your doing so? (Give examples of powerful motivators.)
Decisional balance involves evaluating the pros and cons of change: What are the costs and benefits of not changing? What are the costs and benefits of changing?

21. Obtain regular input
As a Wellness Coach you should ___________ regarding What is and is not working in the coaching process.
As a Wellness Coach you should not ___________ or your issues during sessions.
The science of coaching relationships designed to optimize health and well-being - founded upon evidence-based theories and fields.
As a Wellness Coach you should Be a _____________. Don't interrupt or cut clients off when they are speaking.

22. Positive Present - Elevating Emotions
Observing Similar Role Models
Mindfulness - Savoring - Flow
As a Wellness Coach you should _________ between sessions.
As a Wellness Coach you should not Allow clients to dwell on topics _____________ or expertise.

23. Empathy vs. Sympathy

24. The Poetic Principle (Appreciative Inquiry)
It is also important to consider whether clients have significant emotional or mental health risks that would impair their ability to move forward in a coaching relationship.
Are Specific - Measurable - Action-based - Realistic - and Time-lined (or SMART
These are not behavioral goals-lack the behavioral piece that is the bridge to success. May lead to disappointment.
Positive Anticipation of the Future stems from Positive Attention in the Present.

25. Important components of a Compelling Vision
A Grounded (Building on Current Success) - Bold (Stretching the Status Quo) - Desired (What People Truly Want) - Palpable (As If they were Already True) - and Participatory (Involving Many Stakeholders)
'Tell me about your best experience with this area of your wellness - a time when you felt most alive and engaged. What made it so exciting? Who was there? Describe the experience in detail.'
As a Wellness Coach you should not Allow clients to dwell on topics _____________ or expertise.
Decisional balance involves evaluating the pros and cons of change: What are the costs and benefits of not changing? What are the costs and benefits of changing?

26. Core Values (Appreciative Interview Protocol)

27. Steps to Assist Clients in Developing a Compelling Vision #1 First Picture

28. Effective - behavioral goals are...
What strengths can you draw on to help you realize your vision and meet your challenges? How can the lessons from your successes in life carry over to your current challenges?
The positive past requires a sense of satisfaction with the domains of life that are important to an individual
Sounds as though you've come up with a vision which will work for you. How ready - confident - and committed are you to take the first steps toward your vision?
Are Specific - Measurable - Action-based - Realistic - and Time-lined (or SMART

29. Social Support
Explore what they mean by those words and what will enable them to move forward in order to achieve their goals - not just - immediately - but also long term. Stay focused on solution and possibility.
As a Wellness Coach you should Strike the ____________ between over-praising and under-praising - according to clients' needs.
1. Self-Awareness & Responsibility 2. Strengths 3. Values & Meaning 4. Benefits & Information 5. Challenges and Strategies
Recruiting family and friends to help with behavior change by specifically asking each of them to consider the particular thing you would like them to do for you. This requires clients to think carefully about what they would like someone to do and t

30. Steps to Assist Clients in Developing a Compelling Vision #10 Supports
Assisting clients to 'move toward desired goals in a fulfilling manner'
As a Wellness Coach you should not...
What people - resources - systems - and environments can you draw on to help you realize your vision and meet your challenges?
Has identified and documented the value of numerous interventions for enhancing self-esteem

31. Become impatient
The non-judgmental awareness of What is happening in the present moment.
Successful - Perseverant Efforts
Once clients have discovered the best of 'What is -' it is time to help them envision the best of 'what might be.'
As a Wellness Coach you should not ___________ with a lack of change.

32. Ask open-ended questions
1. Trust and rapport 2. Honoring personality preferences 3. The written word
On a scale of 0-10 - with 10 being really confident and 0 being no confidence - how confident are you that you can close this gap and realize your vision?
Without being modest - what do you value most about your life? What values does your wellness vision support?
As a Wellness Coach you should ___________ to evoke stories as learning experiences.

33. Change Talk
Setting up ways to be rewarded or rewarding yourself for completing your weekly action goals.
Any talk by the client that makes the case for change (or for not staying the same).
A client-centered - directive method for motivating change by exploring and resolving ambivalence.
Decisional balance involves evaluating the pros and cons of change: What are the costs and benefits of not changing? What are the costs and benefits of changing?

34. Giving Advice

35. REVIEWING A WELL-BEING ASSESSMENT

36. Solicit input and suggestions
If a client says something that - as a credentialed professional - you know could do them harm - it is your duty to let them know. However - never offer advice beyond your level of expertise. If a red flag goes up for you that you are not sure about
Reflective listening statements function like mirrors - enabling clients to see themselves in new ways and muster the motivation for change. Receptive and timely reflections lie at the heart of MI when it comes to developing discrepancy.
Soliciting input builds the coaching relationship by making it clear to clients that their coach is totally devoted to their success.
1. Trust and rapport 2. Honoring personality preferences 3. The written word

37. Motivational Interviewing
Appreciative inquiry to inspire clients
1. Precontemplation (Not Ready For Change) 2. Contemplation (Thinking About Change) 3. Preparation (Preparing for Action) 4. Action (Taking Action) 5. Maintenance (Maintaining a Good Behavior)
A client-centered - directive method for motivating change by exploring and resolving ambivalence.
Positive Anticipation of the Future stems from Positive Attention in the Present.

38. AI
Appreciative Inquiry
Step back - Think - and Organize thoughts before Proceeding.
'Tell me about your hopes and dreams for the future. If you found a magic lamp and a genie were to grant you three wishes - what would they be?'
'On a scale of 0 to10 - how confident are you that you will be able to accomplish this goal this week?' If you hear an answer of 7 or above you can be reasonably confident that the client will succeed. If you hear a lower score - you may want to shar

39. Resistance Talk
1. I don't really want to do this (I don't have a good enough reason) 2. I can't do this 3. I have never done this 4. I don't have the time 5. I can't get started 6. It's too hard 7. I won't be able to ... (drink beer with my friends - enjoy parties
Someone who is sympathetic identifies with another's experience - whereas - an empathetic person seeks to understand and appreciate that experience.
The process starts by securing an agreement between coach and client as to what the client wants to learn (topic choice) and how the client wants to learn it (method choice).
Any talk by the client that argues against the case for change (or for staying the same).

40. Assessments are invaluable to coaches in the health - fitness - and wellness fields because they provide...

41. Self-efficacy
Mindfulness - Savoring - Flow
The belief that one has the capability to initiate or sustain a desired behavior - is one of the most important outcomes of coaching
Vision - Anticipation - Disputation
What is your confidence level on a scale of 0 to 10 for achieving this goal?

42. Amplified Reflections.

43. TTM
Trans-Theoretical Model
Values (Who do I want to be?) - Outcomes (What results do I want to achieve?) - Behaviors (What activities do I want to do consistently?) - Motivators (Why does this matter a lot to me - right now?) - Strengths (What strengths - talents - and abilit
The five stages of change model - developed by Dr. Prochaska - provide coaches with an understanding of how and when behaviors can be altered and why clients may struggle - fail - or quit.
Holding them in positive regard - Expressing empathy - Slowing down - Listening with full attention - Allowing them to formulate and find their own answers - Honestly sharing observations - Under promising and over delivering - Being humble in

44. AI
As a Wellness Coach you should not ____________ - unless your client gives permission and requests such assistance.
'I will'
Appreciative Inquiry
Silence sends the empowering message: 'I believe that you can figure this out by going deeper.'

45. Stay current in health/fitness/wellness news
As a Wellness Coach you should _______________ - books - and other publications.
Gratitude Forgiveness
As a Wellness Coach you should _________ what clients are saying in ways that provoke change.
Recruiting family and friends to help with behavior change by specifically asking each of them to consider the particular thing you would like them to do for you. This requires clients to think carefully about what they would like someone to do and t

46. Self-Esteem
Has identified and documented the value of numerous interventions for enhancing self-esteem
A respectful understanding of another person's experience - including his or her feelings - needs - and desires.
Trans-Theoretical Model
The Bedrock of Coaching. The belief that one has value and self-worth (the evaluation of self)

47. STOP Tool
Positive Conversations and Interactions stem from Positive Questions and Reflections.
Step back - Think - and Organize thoughts before Proceeding.
It's best to avoid giving advice as much as possible. In order to foster lasting change - masterful coaches enable their clients to research and figure out their own answers.
Explore what they mean by those words and what will enable them to move forward in order to achieve their goals - not just - immediately - but also long term. Stay focused on solution and possibility.

48. Amplified Reflections.

49. The Simultaneity Principle (Appreciative Inquiry)
'I still am'
The design phase of the AI process gives the dream legs by working to align the client's infrastructure with the dream.
The positive past requires a sense of satisfaction with the domains of life that are important to an individual
Positive Conversations and Interactions stem from Positive Questions and Reflections.

50. REVIEWING A WELL-BEING ASSESSMENT