Navigating Change

Navigating Change: Insights from a Climate Change Coaching Journey

by Edward Jospe
1 August 2024

Thrilled to share insights from my transformative journey with the B-Corp Climate Change Coaches company. As a trained life coach, diving into their Climate Change Coaching Mastery course has been a powerful addition to my toolkit.

The course isn’t about understanding the “what” of climate change – after all, we’re not the experts with all the solutions. Instead, it’s about empowering clients to discover their inner position (“being”) in relation to the planet and communities. From there, we ignite the excitement of the “how” – their solutions – to tackle this complex issue head-on.

In Module 1, we uncovered the power of connection as a catalyst for meaningful transformation. Building genuine rapport and understanding lays the groundwork for purposeful action.

Module 2 shed light on the path towards sustainable change, introducing dynamic models like the Flynn model and the Dandelion model. These frameworks provide invaluable guidance for navigating personal growth and environmental stewardship from dissonance to resonance.

Venturing into Module 3, we explored practical tools for managing complexity and uncertainty. Concepts like Pause and Permit, Change of Point of View (POV), and Climate Smart Goals equip us with the skills to navigate challenges with clarity and purpose and the acceptance of uncertainty.

Moreover, we tapped into the power of nature-led metaphors to enable a change of perspective, drawing wisdom from the natural world to inspire fresh insights and innovative solutions.

Integrating these tools into my practice empowers clients to overcome obstacles and embrace change with confidence. Through this journey, I’m reminded of the profound impact coaching can have on individual, business and collective well-being. By fostering curiosity, understanding, and acceptance, we position ourselves as catalysts for positive sustainable change in our communities and beyond.

Climate Change Coaching Mastery course

1. Cox, C. and Flynn, S. (2022). Climate Change Coaching: The Power of Connection to Create Climate Action. McGraw-Hill Education (UK).

Stay tuned for future updates as I continue to share insights from the upcoming modules.

Would you like a challenge? Choose change and let’s connect to embark on this journey together!