COACHING AS A MODALITY: Coaching as a formal modality is relatively young, but its roots stretch far back into human history. What we now call “coaching” emerged at the intersection of philosophy, psychology, education, leadership, and performance, shaped by a growing recognition that people learn and change most effectively when they are guided to think for themselves rather than told what to do. Long before coaching had a name, its essence was present in Socratic philosophy

In our previous post Struggling With Mindfulness? Understand It Beyond The Hype we explored what mindfulness actually is and why most people misunderstand it. But understanding isn't enough. If your nervous system is in protection mode, knowing about mindfulness won't help you access it. That's where your body comes in. SO WHERE DO WE START? THE BODY AS A GATEWAY TO MINDFULNESS: Here's what I've learned from years in leadership and now in coaching: most of us are not highly s

Mindfulness is everywhere. It’s in wellness apps, leadership trainings, therapy rooms, classrooms, productivity blogs, and even corporate boardrooms. We are told mindfulness will reduce stress, sharpen focus, improve relationships, boost performance, and make us happier. For a concept that sounds so simple—“be present”—it has become surprisingly loaded. But what is mindfulness, really? Where did it come from? Why has it become so popular—and arguably overused? And perhaps mos

Most people believe their biggest obstacles are external: the difficult boss, the unstable market, the demanding clients, the lack of time. But what if the greatest obstacle to your performance, relationships, and well-being isn’t outside you at all? What if it’s your own mind? This is the central idea behind Positive Intelligence by Shirzad Chamine, a leadership coach and psychologist who has studied how our minds can either work for or against us. Chamine identifies ten “Sa

A Brief Guide to Thriving in a Fast-Paced World: by MAIA Holistic Wellness at www.maiacoaching.online Introduction: Health in the Age of Acceleration Modern life is faster, louder, and more connected than ever before. Technology keeps us constantly reachable. Work often extends beyond office hours. Processed food is more convenient than home-cooked meals. Social media shapes our perceptions of success, beauty, and happiness. While innovation has improved longevity and comfort