Endurance and perspective: Whilst sailing is usually fun, particularly if it’s social, there are times when it’s cold, wet, windy, and downright miserable. Resilience, grit and emotional agility are essential.
Remember, perspective is also beneficial. How far have we come? How far do we have to go? What’s the quickest and best way to get there? How is the boat handling the conditions? How are the crew working as a team to support each other? How does everyone feel?
Recognising that the situation is temporary rather than permanent is also very helpful. Although easier said than done, when you’re physically or metaphorically cold, wet, and exhausted.
A focus on strengths is empowering. What’s going right? How can we continue to optimise personal and team strengths? How can we get the best out of our boat? What’s the mindset of the crew? What’s the story you are telling yourself?
In this terrific TED talk, “Psychologist Susan David shares how the way we deal with our emotions shapes everything that matters: our actions, careers, relationships, health and happiness. In this deeply moving, humorous and potentially life-changing talk, she challenges a culture that prizes positivity over emotional truth and discusses the powerful strategies of emotional agility.”
TED Susan David - The gift and power of emotional courage
Coaching is like the calm between squalls. It’s the gift of time, an opportunity to reflect, prepare, refocus and energise. Navigating through change and transition can feel like a long race with the weather against you. A foundation of wellness and emotional agility is critical to support resilience. Is it time To Evolve and add us to your tactical team?
“She stood in the storm, and when the wind did not blow her way, she adjusted her sails.” – Elizabeth Edwards
