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24 Character Strengths— SOCIAL INTELLIGENCE: Knowing What to Say and When

24 Character Strengths— SOCIAL INTELLIGENCE: Knowing What to Say and When

24 Character Strengths— SOCIAL INTELLIGENCE: Knowing What to Say and When Social Intelligence is one of the 24 character strengths, it is under the virtue of Humanity, which describes strengths that manifest through considerate relationships with others. The other strengths in Humanity are kindness, love, and social intelligence. These Humanity strengths are interpersonal and are […]

Enlightenment: A Controversial Psycho-Spiritual Experience

enlightenment a controversial psycho spiritual experience

Enlightenment: A Controversial Psycho-Spiritual Experience Psycho-spiritual experience the state of consciousness all spiritual seekers hope for. And yet wishing for enlightenment is a wonderfully paradoxical experience: craving the state of non-craving, trying for effortlessness. There is something fascinating about this conflict between “wanting” and the way it nullifies the state of enlightenment. And yet enlightenment […]

Top 7 Critiques on Positive Psychology and Where to go From There

Top 7 Critiques on Positive Psychology and Where to go From There

Top 7 Critiques on Positive Psychology and Where to go From There Looking into getting that Critiques on Positive Psychology to learn about pursuing ‘happiness’? You might want to know first of the ‘negatives’ of it. I compiled a few noteworthy criticisms about Positive Psychology so you could go over it before you decide on […]

Shame Resilience: Facing the Fear of my Limits

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Shame Resilience: Facing the Fear of my Limits Shame resilience theory is a grounded theory and is based on building resilience to shame by connecting with our authentic selves and growing meaningful relationships with other people. I grew up as an achiever, always doing my best but despite the efforts, I always felt inadequate. Despite […]

Dangers of Meditation

dangers of meditation

Dangers of Meditation In this article, I will reveal the scientifically proven dangers of meditation. They include headaches, seizures, anxiety, mental illness, depression, panic attacks, weight loss, insomnia, psychosis, and hallucinations. I discussed the benefits of meditation in one of my workshops, a student said to me: “Well, what you’re actually saying here is that […]

Decluttering: The Psychological Need for Getting Organized

Decluttering The Psychological Need for Getting Organized

Decluttering: The Psychological Need for Getting Organized The question whether we have a set basic psychological needs whose satisfaction serves as a nutrient for growth and mental health is intriguing. When I first moved in with my boyfriend, I found it funny that he was still keeping his old stuffed bear. It was cute at […]

Living Life Freely

how to transform your life with effective meditation

Dr Itai Ivtzan One major obstacle stands in your way to living your life fully: You are not experiencing life as it really is. You may think this weird: “Of course I experience my life, what else would I be experiencing?” My reply is that you are actually experiencing your personal interpretation of life. The […]

Meditation Practice Leads to Choice

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Dr Itai Ivtzan My students frequently ask me whether living without ego concepts (thinking patterns in our minds) is at all possible, and how letting go of each and every ego concept would feel. This question misses the point of psycho-spiritual work. At this stage, we are not discussing the experience of living without any […]

The Marriage of Psychology and Spirituality

The Marriage of Psychology and Spirituality

Dr Itai Ivtzan The Marriage of Psychology and Spirituality is an interesting way to examine the relationship between psychology and spirituality. Join a group of psychologists and drop into the conversation a few spiritual concepts. Talk about transcendence, oneness, unity consciousness, and the sacred. The contemptuous faces you then receive will directly correlate with the […]

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Carolyn Freyer-Jones

Kickstart Your Coaching Practice

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Coach, facilitator, and contributor to coaching education. Carolyn is associated with practical coaching training and learning resources, supporting coaches and leaders in developing effective, ethical, and reflective coaching practices.
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Rob Willson

Cognitive Behavioral Coaching

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Coach and educator contributing to leadership and coaching skills development. Rob is involved in professional training contexts, supporting the application of coaching tools and methodologies in organisational settings.
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Prof. Ilona Boniwell

Positive Psychology Coaching

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Professor of Positive Psychology and Coaching Psychology. Ilona is a pioneer of applied positive psychology education in Europe and has founded and led postgraduate programmes in the field. Her work focuses on wellbeing, resilience, strengths, and evidence-based positive psychology interventions.
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Jon Williams

Coaching for Performance

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Coach and contributor to professional coaching education and training programmes. Jon is involved in leadership and coaching development initiatives, supporting skill-building and reflective practice within organisational and coaching contexts.
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Prof. Erik de Haan

Relational Coaching

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Professor, executive coach, and leading expert in coaching supervision. Erik is widely recognised for his contributions to relational coaching, organisational development, and reflective practice, supporting both individual coaches and leadership systems worldwide.
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Prof. Peter Hawkins

The Coaching Relationships

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Professor of Leadership and a leading authority in systemic team coaching and coaching supervision. Peter works internationally with boards, leadership teams, and organisations, and has written extensively on leadership, coaching culture, and systemic change.
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Prof. David Clutterbuck

Goals

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One of the world’s most influential figures in coaching and mentoring. Professor Clutterbuck has authored and co-authored foundational texts in coaching, mentoring, and organisational development. His work has shaped global standards for coaching practice, supervision, and mentoring relationships.
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Devon White

Communication

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Coach and leadership development practitioner involved in contemporary coaching education. Devon has contributed to professional coaching programmes and discussions alongside established academics and practitioners in the coaching field.
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Linda Aspey

The Coaching Relationships

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Coach, facilitator, and contributor to professional coaching education. Linda is recognised within the coaching psychology and leadership development community for her involvement in learning programmes, events, and reflective coaching practice.
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Dr. Chérie Carter-Scott

Psychological Foundations

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Executive coach, author, and pioneer in the coaching profession. Often referred to as “The Mother of Coaching,” Dr. Carter-Scott has been a leading voice in personal and professional development since the 1970s. She is a bestselling author and has trained coaches and leaders worldwide in motivation, leadership, change, and self-esteem.
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Prof. Jonathan Passmore

An Introduction to Coaching

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Chartered Psychologist, Professor of Coaching and Behavioural Change, executive coach, and author. Jonathan has published extensively in coaching psychology, leadership, and organisational change, including numerous academic articles and books. He bridges academic research and applied practice, contributing globally to coach education and evidence-based coaching.
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Dr. D. Ivan Young

The Coaching Relationships

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Coach, educator, and thought leader in professional and relationship-focused coaching. Dr. Young is frequently featured alongside senior coaching scholars and practitioners in advanced coaching education and professional development settings, contributing to the evolution of reflective and relational coaching practice.
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Catherine Bell

Psychological Foundations

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Professional Certified Coach (PCC) and Master of Applied Positive Psychology (MAPP). Catherine specializes in leadership transitions, executive presence, and sustainable performance. Her work combines positive psychology, emotional intelligence, and strategic leadership development to help leaders thrive while maintaining wellbeing and purpose.
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Yannick Jacob

An Introduction to Coaching

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Existential Coach, Positive Psychologist, Coach Trainer, and Supervisor. Yannick is the Programme Lead for the Accredited Certificate in Integrative Coaching at the School of Positive Transformation. He has taught coaching, positive psychology, and personal development at institutions including the University of East London, Animas Centre for Coaching, and The School of Life. His work integrates existential philosophy, coaching psychology, and human development to support meaningful change in individuals and leaders.
The Marriage of Psychology and Spirituality

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