Are You In? Coaching is a Social Movement That's Changing the World

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In a recent episode of Everything Life Coaching, Lumia CEO Noelle Cordeaux sat down with Lumia instructor Chris Clark to discuss how coaching is evolving into a powerful social movement. 

The Pandemic Wake-Up Call

The global pandemic forced many of us to confront a haunting question: "Is this all there is?"

"When we were all stuck at home or not stuck at home, when we were all struggling, when life was coming apart at the seams, humans globally began to ask the question, 'Is this all there is?' And the answer was, 'I don't think so. Hell no.'" – Noelle Cordeaux

This collective awakening has fueled a surge in demand for coaching, as people seek ways to create more meaningful lives and careers. Many are now exploring coaching as a new career path, looking to ignite their passions and make a real difference in the world.

Tackling the Loneliness Epidemic

Loneliness has become a public health crisis, recognized by the World Health Organization and governments worldwide. Coaching is stepping up to address this issue:

• In New York City, dating apps like Hinge are using coaching to help Gen Z transition from virtual to in-person connections.
• Japan has appointed a Minister of Loneliness, implementing coaching-based programs at the municipal level.

"We're recognizing that this is a structural issue, this lack of connection, meaningful connection that helps us to maintain good health. What's good for the individual is good for the society." – Chris Clark

Transforming Healthcare

The healthcare sector is embracing coaching to address systemic challenges:

"We're seeing it in the healthcare sector, where again, stemming from the pandemic, a lot of the cracks were laid bare. We don't have enough doctors. We don't have enough nurses." – Noelle Cordeaux

Some innovative approaches include:

• Integrating coaches into care teams to support patients throughout their healthcare journey.
• Implementing coaching programs to support healthcare professionals, particularly in high-stress areas like emergency medicine.

Redefining Leadership

As traditional management models falter, coaching is reshaping leadership.

Traditional career paths often promote people based on their technical skill and expertise and what they've achieved as an individual. And people are often put into team leadership roles with no orientation toward how you to manage, motivate, celebrate and coach a group of people toward a shared goal.

Coaching skills are filling the gaps left by traditional MBA programs, teaching leaders how to create psychologically safe environments and foster innovation.

The Ripple Effect of Coaching

By addressing these societal issues, coaching is creating a ripple effect of positive change.

"I cannot think of a more important antidote for our time than love, compassion, communication, and the tools to build a better future. Truly, this is our why." - Noelle Cordeaux

The impact of coaching extends far beyond individual growth. It's becoming a catalyst for global change:

• In Ukraine, the largest business hired 600 coaches to work on economic redevelopment, preparing for the future even in the midst of war.
• Rice University and Carnegie Mellon have launched an initiative to create 35,000 coaching jobs, specifically aimed at equipping current graduate students for leadership roles.
• PricewaterhouseCoopers, an early adopter of coaching in industry, has found that coaching is the only sustainable methodology for improving diversity, equity, and inclusion in-house.

These examples demonstrate how coaching is being applied at scale to address some of the most pressing issues of our time.

Coaching is Building a Better World

The emerging field of coaching psychology, combined with positive psychology, is providing scientific backing to the power of coaching. Research shows that people equipped with coaching and positive psychology tools are more likely to take action on social, political, and environmental issues.

Key areas that coaching supports include:

• Connection to others
• Sense of autonomy
• Feeling of competence
• Internalizing strengths
• Sense of meaning

Of these, connection to others has been found to be the most crucial aspect for enhancing well-being and flourishing on a global scale.

Are You In?

As we face new challenges in our world, coaching is emerging as a powerful force for positive change. Coaching is about creating a movement that can transform our societies from the ground up.

At Lumia, we're committed to equipping the next generation of coaches with the tools, knowledge, and support they need to make a real difference. Our curriculum is designed to develop vital skill sets for our time, focusing on understanding human behavior, overcoming barriers, and fostering meaningful connections.

Are you ready to be part of this transformation? Are you in to create impact and build the world you want to live in? Join us at Lumia and discover how you can make a difference through coaching. Together, we can create a world where everyone has the support they need to thrive.

Remember, good coaches aren't born – they're trained. If you have the desire to make a difference, we have the tools and knowledge to help you become an effective, impactful coach. Don't just dream about change – take action and be the change you want to see in the world.

If you are ready to step into your power and you’d like a partner in the process, come check out Lumia Life Coach Training and Book a Call with one of our Admissions Coaches. Grounded in science, our ICF accredited program features authentic instructors, a robust curriculum, and business instruction to prepare you for liftoff.

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