Jen Waller

The Power of Laughter and Humour: Questions for Coaches on Self-Compassion and Resilience

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The image features a highly expressive emoji character that embodies laughter and joy. This emoji is golden yellow and shows a wide-open mouth, laughing heartily, with its eyes tightly closed in mirth. Tears of joy are streaming from its eyes, and it is slapping its right hand against its forehead in a classic gesture of overwhelming humour. The background is plain white, which makes the vibrant yellow of the emoji stand out even more, emphasizing its joyful expression. Above the emoji, there's a quote in clear, bold text that reads: "You grow up the day you have your first real laugh at yourself." (Ethel Barrymore).

The quote of the day is: “You grow up the day you have your first real laugh at yourself.” (Ethel Barrymore) Questions For Coaches: Bonus Questions: About Jen Waller Jen Waller is a transformative coach dedicated to empowering individuals to get out of their own way and make a meaningful impact in the world. With … Read more

Embracing Stillness: Unveiling Your Authentic Self by Letting Go of Busyness

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The image captures a breathtaking natural scene at sunrise. The foreground shows a lush, grassy cliff edge, which sharply descends into a vast expanse of clouds. These clouds blanket the landscape below like a soft, dense sea of cotton, stretching infinitely towards the horizon. The sky above is a gradient of deep purples at the top, blending into vibrant oranges and yellows near the horizon where the sun emerges. The scene is both majestic and serene, evoking a sense of calm and introspection. This visual is paired with a quote by Georges Bataille that reads: "If I give up the viewpoint of action, my perfect nakedness is revealed to me."

The quote of the day is: “If I give up the viewpoint of action, my perfect nakedness is revealed to me.” (Georges Bataille) Georges Bataille (1897–1962) was a French philosopher and writer who delved into themes of mysticism, eroticism, and the depths of human experience. His thought-provoking ideas often challenged conventional norms and invited readers … Read more

Examine What Is Said: Questions for Coaches Evaluating Truth in a Message

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The image features a three-dimensional, featureless, white humanoid figure standing in the centre. This figure is holding a large, bright red megaphone with its right hand, directing it to the left side of the frame. The figure and megaphone are set against a plain, light gray background, which emphasizes their simplicity and the bold colour of the megaphone. The megaphone is large in comparison to the figure, drawing attention to its significance in the composition. Above the figure and megaphone, there is a text in black that reads: "Examine what is said, not who speaks." (Proverb).

The quote of the day is: “Examine what is said, not who speaks.” (Proverb) Questions For Coaches: Bonus Questions: About Jen Waller Jen Waller is a transformative coach dedicated to empowering individuals to get out of their own way and make a meaningful impact in the world. With an impactful, nurturing coaching style, Jen supports … Read more

Everyday Creativity: Recognising Your Creative Potential

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The image features a vibrant light bulb set against a dark, neutral background. The bulb itself is not an ordinary one; it glows with a gradient of vivid colors ranging from pink at the top, transitioning through orange, and into a deep violet at the base, symbolizing creativity and innovation. Surrounding the bulb are white lines and dots that radiate outward, suggesting the emission of light and energy. These rays add a dynamic quality to the image, representing the light bulb as not only a source of light but also a metaphor for ideas and creative sparks. Above this visually striking graphic, there is a quote by Frank Barron: "Creativity is energy being put to work in a constructive fashion."

The quote of the day is: “Creativity is energy being put to work in a constructive fashion.” (Frank Barron) Frank Barron (1922–2002) was an American psychologist and professor renowned for his pioneering research on creativity and personality. He dedicated much of his career to understanding the nature of creativity, exploring how it manifests in individuals, … Read more

When Was The Last Time A Potato Got You In Trouble?

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A short video from our Coaching From The Soul, 4th September live stream. Every 3-4 weeks myself and some coaching colleagues get together online to share a conversation with the broad brief of what we’re seeing about what it’s like to be human! As you may imagine, the conversation may go in any direction, I … Read more

Finding ‘Home’ in the Journey: Reflective Questions for Coaches

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The image features a minimalist and symbolic representation with a series of blank directional signs, often seen at crossroads or decision points, mounted on a single pole. These signs are white and appear as blank slates, pointing in different directions against a soft pink background that gives the composition a calm and gentle ambiance. The simplicity of the design focuses attention on the concept of choices and directions in life. Above this serene setup, there's a quote by Matsuo Bashō: "Every day is a journey, and the journey itself is home."

The quote of the day is: “Every day is a journey, and the journey itself is home.” (Matsuo Bashō) Questions For Coaches: Bonus Questions: About Jen Waller Jen Waller is a transformative coach dedicated to empowering individuals to get out of their own way and make a meaningful impact in the world. With an impactful, … Read more

Questions About Creating from Nothing: Finding Inspiration in the Unexpected

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The image is a visually complex and dynamic depiction of mathematical and scientific equations and symbols floating against a dark, digitized background that suggests a deep, cosmic or virtual space. It features a chaotic arrangement of various mathematical expressions, diagrams, and notations that glow in a neon green colour, giving the impression of intense cerebral activity or theoretical calculations. Prominent among these symbols is Einstein's famous equation, E=mc², highlighted and slightly larger than the surrounding equations. Above this intricate array of scientific data, there is a quote by Ernest Barnes: "The astonishing thing about Einstein's equations is that they appear to have come out of nothing."

The quote of the day is: “The astonishing thing about Einstein’s equations is that they appear to have come out of nothing.” (Ernest Barnes) Questions For Coaches: Bonus Questions: About Jen Waller Jen Waller is a transformative coach dedicated to empowering individuals to get out of their own way and make a meaningful impact in … Read more