Challenging Burdens: Coaching Questions to Liberate Ourselves


The image features a 3D-rendered figure, which appears humanoid and simplistic in design, standing in the center and holding a large, heavy chain with both hands. The chain extends horizontally across the image from one side to the other, symbolizing weight or burden. The figure is depicted in a neutral gray tone, contrasting against a plain white background, emphasizing the starkness and simplicity of the composition. Above the figure, a quote by Honoré de Balzac reads: "Life would be easy enough if we were not continually exerting ourselves to forge new chains, and invent absurd formalities which make it a burden."

The Quote Of The Day is:

“Life would be easy enough if we were not continually exerting ourselves to forge new chains, and invent absurd formalities which make it a burden.” (Honoré de Balzac)

Questions For Coaches:

  • How do you guide clients in recognizing and breaking free from the “chains” they’ve forged themselves?
  • What “chains” have you forged connected to your coaching that hinder your growth?
  • What areas of your life feel unnecessarily complex, and how might you simplify them?

Bonus Questions

  • What role does thought play in creating the sense of pressure from societal norms, and how can you address it?
  • How does focusing on what truly matters reduce the pressures you place on yourself?
  • What processes or formalities in your coaching business are unnecessary and causing inefficiency?
  • If life was eve easier, what would be different?

About Jen Waller

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 clients in unlocking their potential and achieving their goals. As an experienced coach and trainer, she guides clients from self-doubt to success.

Discover how Jen can support you to get out of your own way here.

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