At the time of writing (February 2025), I am delivering a ten-week undergraduate course in Transpersonal Psychology. This question arose in one of the early classes, and I thought the answer might be of wider interest. Spiritual development is often… Continue reading
For the first 15 years of my career, I became a bit of an authority on improving the effectiveness of organisations through total quality management (TQM) and the ‘excellence’ movement. This wasn’t random, it was about teaching lots of people… Continue reading
In England, through the NHS, when you are to have surgery requiring a general anaesthetic, you have a ‘consultation’ with the allocated surgeon, they explain the risks and you are scheduled. For many procedures, the major ‘risk’ though is not… Continue reading
Decolonisation means to reduce the size of a population, whereas decolonialisation means to remove the traces of a colonial power. Why did the world adopt “decolonisation” instead of “decolonialisation” to describe the processes intended to provide redress for slavery and… Continue reading
The approaches taken by professional coaching bodies often fail to fully address the diversity within the coaching profession. These organisations typically align themselves with specific models, frameworks, or ethical principles. This can create several problems: 1. Narrow Focus on Preferred… Continue reading
The adoption of a grandiose or bombastic persona by men can be understood through various psychological lenses, particularly those related to self-esteem regulation, personality structure, and social dynamics. Narcissism and Self-Esteem Regulation One explanation is linked to narcissistic personality traits.… Continue reading
This is the third of three articles written in response to a question from a colleague about the role of systemic questioning in coaching. Why three? Personally, I have tended to use Socratic Questioning in much of my work. It… Continue reading
This is the first of three articles written in response to a question from a colleague about the role of systemic questioning in coaching. Why three? Personally, I have tended to use Socratic Questioning in much of my work. It… Continue reading
It isn’t unusual for a coach to be approached by a prospective client who explains, in not so many words, that they feel they are lacking a sense of purpose in their life. So, being able to work with this… Continue reading
Mending a broken heart, a deeply personal and often challenging process, requires time, self-care, and sometimes the support of others. While there’s no one-size-fits-all solution, here are some steps that can aid in the healing journey: Allow Yourself to Grieve… Continue reading
