Most potent lessons in one’s life aren’t taught in school and can’t be learnt through courses. They need to be lived, experienced and reflected upon. Many such moments in my life have opened opportunities for me to truly empathize with people in an unsaid manner. (1/n) 
Where making yourself aware of how a certain industry works is important for quality and credibility; true education lies in self-reflection and what you learn from the vulnerabilities of lives around you. For instance... (2/n)
...I got to feel the burden of a CEO of 200 people when he had to let go of them. Those hours showed the deep pain he felt for each of their unique situations and spoke volumes of how much he had invested in their well-being. He was a leader in his own right. (3/n)
During difficult times, more often than not, people are looking for a balanced approach, strong use of words and someone who can 'zoom out' of the problem on their behalf. Not because they can't, but because they're too deeply attached to what's happening. (4/n)
The trust people put in you is another underrated aspect. Many stories that leave a mark on you, like this one time when a parent of a special needs child just needed a fresh approach on how to make life more supportive for them. All answers they already knew, but...(5/n)
...at times people need a sounding-board to connect with themselves and not be exceedingly hard on their choices. Despite being a parent, I learnt how to connect to the silences of a child through them. It's humbling to see the hidden strength that keeps people going. (6/n)
The stories I have had the chance to be a part of is where I draw most of my life from. It is in these moments that people don't openly talk or share about, is where I have found myself grow the most. And, these are the opportunities where growth truly happens. (7/n)
Being a part of someone's 'weak' moment is a massive responsibility and a great show of respect. What you make of it determines your character and who you will essentially become.
These moments can range from a little child struggling to...(8/n)
These moments can range from a little child struggling to...(8/n)
...stand up to a bully at school, a recovering patient trying to find their real-self, a mid-life professional evaluating a career shift or an employee trying to chart out their progression.
The most ambitious conversations I have had were with women, who were...(9/n)
The most ambitious conversations I have had were with women, who were...(9/n)
...determined to carve out a life for themselves on their terms. Their clarity inspired me to shape the way my teams would function & the culture that needed to be in place to equalize the playing field, at least on my floor.
There are many such stories that eventually...(10/n)
There are many such stories that eventually...(10/n)
...pushed me and made the case for me to pursue Coaching in multiple areas because this is the most effective & empathetic way to bring about holistic change.
It can't happen if you're there to 'teach' and it won't happen without active listening.
Keyword: #Respect.
It can't happen if you're there to 'teach' and it won't happen without active listening.
Keyword: #Respect.
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