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This is a “What Do You Say When…” episode, the first of its kind designed to explore some of the most commonly asked questions we receive from coaches and managers looking to support others in those moments when they feel stuck. On today’s episode, Elena pulls back the curtain on how she thinks about and responds to the common refrain of, “I don’t know how…” This episode is for you if: You’re curious how “I don’t know how…” is the sign of a powerful awareness on the part of your client You appreciate mental models and want to hear the three paths Elena considers going down when this refrain pops up in her coaching conversations You are quick to offer solutions but have noticed that your client is often hesitant to take them, or they don’t seem to solve for the issue at play Click here for show notes, including everything mentioned in this episode. Mentioned in This EpisodeFriends of the Podcast Newsletter sign-up Mind the Gaps Bright Morning social media: Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram 

This is a coaching tool episode. Today Elena takes you behind the scenes to explore how and why she uses the confrontational stance in her coaching conversations. This stance was used repeatedly in episode 67, so we suggest listening in to that coaching conversation if you haven’t already. This episode is for you if: You could benefit from a quick primer on the difference between facilitative and directive coaching  You’re curious about the 5 things taking a confrontational stance can accomplish You want to hear more about what goes into being successful when utilizing the confrontational stance Click here for show notes, including everything mentioned in the episode. Become a Friend of the Podcast. Mentioned in This EpisodeFriends of the Podcast The Art of Coaching The Art of Coaching Workbook The Coaching Stance Activity (download) Bright Morning Memberships 

This is a coaching conversation. In this episode Elena coaches a veteran school-based coach seeking to increase the impact of their coaching sessions. Together they explore who defines the terms of a coaching conversation and what is needed to step into your fear when you realize a change in course is needed. This episode is for you if: You want to hear powerful uses of the confrontational stance You are a coach in a systems where coaching isn’t well defined Your internal commitment to equity isn’t yet consistently matched by your practice Click here for show notes, including everything mentioned in the episode. Mentioned in This EpisodeMind the GapThe Art of CoachingBlog on Coaching Framework/ Program that Elena wroteCoaching for EquityRate and review Coaching for Equity 

This is the final episode of our special edition How to Feel Better podcast series. Today Elena gets us ready to engage in the final two exercises in the Week 4 Guide: What Has Helped You Feel Better?  and the Week 4 Wrap Up. Listen in as we celebrate whatever part of the program you took part in and embrace a, “what I did was enough” mindset. Because you are always enough.  Sign-up for the free Feel Better program here. Rate and review the podcast! Click here for full show notes, including everything mentioned on the episode. 

In this mini-episode of the Feel Better program, Elena walks you through the fourth exercise in the Week Four How to Feel Better Guide: A Post-Pandemic Plan. It’s time to start thinking about what we want to start, stop and keep doing in the post-pandemic world...and Elena has the tool to help you get to it! Sign-up for the free Feel Better program here. Rate and review the podcast! Click here for full show notes, including everything mentioned on the episode.

Episode Description In this episode Elena walks you through the second episode in the Week 4 How to Feel Better Guide: How to Make Lasting Change. Tune in to hear the 15 lessons you need to know if you are looking to make behavioral changes in your pursuit of feeling better and crafting the life you want to live. Sign-up for the free Feel Better program here. Rate and review the podcast! Click here for full show notes, including everything mentioned on the episode. Mentioned in This EpisodeOnward 

In this mini-episode of the Feel Better program, Elena walks you through the third exercise in the Week Four How to Feel Better Guide: Letting Go. Get ready to let go of what is holding you back so you are able to step forward into the life you want to lead. Sign-up for the free Feel Better program here. Rate and review the podcast! Click here for full show notes, including everything mentioned on the episode. 

In today’s episode, Elena kicks off the fourth and final week of her free How to Feel Better program. This week we move to action and lay the foundation to feel better well beyond the end of this time-bound program.This episode is for you if:You are experiencing hope intermixed with fear You have a tendency to put others first and deny your own wants and needs You want to look forward and create the life you want to leadYou’re ready to feel betterSign-up for the free Feel Better program here. Rate and review the podcast! Click here for full show notes, including everything mentioned on the episode. Mentioned in This EpisodeThe Ultimate Career Change Checklist for Job Seekers at Any Age

In this mini-episode Elena walks you through the final Feel Better exercise in the How to Feel Better Week 3 Program Guide: “Make and Create" as we conclude our exploration of Step 3: Commemorate.Sign-up for the free Feel Better program here. Rate and review the podcast! Click here for full show notes, including everything mentioned on the episode. Mentioned in This EpisodeBright Morning Podcast Episode with Indira Allegra

In this mini-episode Elena walks you through the fourth Feel Better exercise in the How to Feel Better Week 3 Program Guide: “Honoring Heroes and Human Resilience" as we continue our exploration of Step 3: Commemorate.Sign-up for the free Feel Better program here. Rate and review the podcast! Click here for full show notes, including everything mentioned on the episode. Mentioned in This EpisodeArundhati Roy’s article, The Pandemic is a Portal

In this mini-episode Elena walks you through the third Feel Better exercise in the How to Feel Better Week 3 Program Guide: “Rest. Grief is Exhausting." as we continue our exploration of Step 3: Commemorate.Sign-up for the free Feel Better program here. Rate and review the podcast! Click here for full show notes, including everything mentioned on the episode. 

In this mini-episode Elena walks you through the second Feel Better exercise in the How to Feel Better Week 3 Program Guide: “What's the Story You Want to Tell?" as we begin our exploration of Step 3: Commemorate.  Sign-up for the free Feel Better program here. Rate and review the podcast! Click here for full show notes, including everything mentioned on the episode. 

In today’s episode, Elena kicks off week 3 of her free How to Feel Better 4-week program. This week we move from reflection into intentional action.This episode is for you if:You want support negating the long-term effects of traumaYou want to "move on" with intentional actionYou’re ready to feel betterSign-up for the free Feel Better program here. Rate and review the podcast! Click here for full show notes, including everything mentioned on the episode. Mentioned in This EpisodeFriends of the Podcast (Support Elena’s work) How to Feel Better (free program!) Subscribe to our newsletter (free tips, resources and invites) 

In this mini-episode Elena walks you through the fourth and final Feel Better exercise in the How to Feel Better Week 2 Program Guide: “Connect with Others" as we close out week 2 in the four week program. Sign-up for the (free!) How to Feel Better 4-week program

In this mini-episode Elena walks you through the third Feel Better exercise in the How to Feel Better Week 2 Program Guide: “Cultivate Perspective" as we journey through week 2 in the four week program. Sign-up for the (free!) How to Feel Better 4-week program

In this mini-episode Elena walks you through the second Feel Better exercise in the How to Feel Better Week 2 Program Guide: “Reflect on Last Year" as we journey through week 2 in the four week program. Sign-up for the (free!) How to Feel Better 4-week program

In this mini-episode Elena walks you through the first Feel Better exercise in the How to Feel Better Week 2 Program Guide: “Have Your Emotions to Tea" as we embark on week 2 in the four week program. 

In today’s episode, Elena kicks off week 2 of her free How to Feel Better 4-week program. What is the second step you need to take if you want to start feeling better? Explore.This episode is for you if: You are ready to engage with your emotions and want to do so in a healthy way You would like some coping strategies to navigate intense emotions You’re ready to feel betterClick here for full show notes, including everything mentioned. Sign-up for the (free!) How to Feel Better 4-week programMentioned in This EpisodeFeel Better (Free 4-Week Program): Sign-up to get all resources Elena mentioned in today and will be sharing in the upcoming daily episodes.Friends of the Podcast (opportunity to sponsor Elena's work)National Domestic Violence Hotline (if you do not feel safe at home)Dr. Nicholas Christakis on the Ten Percent Happier podcastBright Morning Team Instagram account (follow along!)

In this mini-episode Elena walks you through the forth Feel Better exercise in the How to Feel Better Week 1 Program Guide: the “Energy Check-In." Listen in to learn more and celebrate your growth over the first week of the four week program! Full show notes, including everything mentioned in the episode, can be found here. Sign-up for the (free!) Feel Better program here.