
This time last year I wrote some key thoughts as I reflected on a hard time for our family as we lost our Mom to cancer. It was through a powerful coaching conversation, this take-away surfaced within me: I need to focus on being WITH family, ignoring my factory default as “The FIXER.” In her last month this intentional approach helped me navigate the stormy emotional seas. In her final weeks and final days there was little that we could “fix” with her condition. We could do nothing but to offer our presence, provide comfort measures, and lean on the faithfulness of God. Though other work or projects would allow the fixer in me to be satisfied, my focus remained on being WITH. There were so many powerful emotional, yet faith-filled moments that punctuated each encounter as mom’s condition worsened, while my focus remained WITH, NOT FIX. I had to repeat this many times to myself and share this intentional approach with our loving family. God led us through these tough moments as Mom entered eternity, WITH her Savior. In our bittersweet sorrow, we remain WITH each other. No work or words could FIX the situation. We are moving forward together. God has used Coaching to build confidence and resilience in my life and leadership. As a coach, I can’t fix your situation. But what I can offer is an opportunity to be WITH you as you move forward in this season. WITH, NOT FIX!
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