Young people and young adults often face a range of challenges that can impact their overall health. From academic pressures and career decisions to personal development, friendships, mental health concerns and of course nowadays social media, with an increase in screen relationships and associations. Navigating these can be overwhelming for the individual and also for the family and friends that are involved.
As a parent or caregiver, it may become increasingly more difficult to hold a meaningful conversation together, ignite motivation if a young person is disengaged or has a lack of purpose, and this can cause a negative emotional response.
Equally for the individual this transition or stage of life can be overwhelming and hard to navigate alone.
One of the main benefits about helping young people using a positive coaching approach is that it offers them a foundational set of tools that can be utilised throughout their lives. Coaching offers guidance, support and strategies in gaining clarity about your aspirations, strengths, and goals. It can ignite new passion and motivation and is an opportunity to become more self-aware and openminded to think in a different way.
Here are my top 5 reasons why coaching helps young people and young adults!
1.) Develops coping skills and ways to manage stress.
Positive Wellbeing life coaching for young people equips them with coping strategies and problem solving skills that enhance their ability to handle stress and setbacks. Wellbeing Life coaches provide techniques and tools for stress management, such as mindfulness, time management, and relaxation exercises.
2.) Promotes a healthy lifestyle.
Coaches guide young people on the importance of nutrition, exercise, sleep, and self-care practices. By adopting these healthy wellness habits, young individuals can improve their physical health, which in turn positively affects their mental and emotional wellbeing.
3.) Encourages self-discovery and personal growth.
Coaching is not just about achieving goals, but also about personal growth. Wellbeing coaches encourage young people to explore their values, passion, purpose leading to a more meaningful and satisfying life.
4.) Builds a positive mindset
A positive mindset is crucial for overall wellbeing. Coaches help young individuals cultivate a positive outlook on life, encouraging optimism and gratitude. This positive mindset can lead to greater happiness, improved mental health, and a more fulfilling life.
5.) Enhances communication and interpersonal skills
Effective communication is essential for success in both personal and professional realms. Wellbeing coaches work with young individuals to improve their communication abilities, helping them build better relationships with friends, family and colleagues.
In a world where people spend the majority of their time communicating virtually, wellbeing coaching offers an outlet to reflect, explore, re-evaluate and grow.
Maybe you might even find there is more to life than staring at your phone!
Rachel Tinker is a Wellbeing Life Coach based in Cranbrook, Kent. She offers health and wellness coaching and life coaching to adults and young adults at her private practice within Nuve Clinic in Cranbrook, or face to face sessions online. She also offers less formal Walk and Talk Coaching sessions outside in public parks and nature trails in Cranbrook and the surrounding villages in Kent. Learn more at www.rtwellness.com or email info@rtwellness.com
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