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Blind Men and The Elephant
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In this powerful and thought-provoking episode, Patricia explores the timeless parable The Blind Men and the Elephant, originally penned poetically by 19th century American poet John Godfrey Saxe, and used as a metaphor for personal development, emotional intelligence, and coaching. Drawing from psychology, coaching frameworks, and personal stories, Patricia examines how limited perspectives, unhealed distress and trauma, and entrenched beliefs can create conflict in our relationships and within ourselves.
This episode invites you to look inward, uncover your blind spots, and triggers and understand how coaching and self-awareness can transform not just your mindset, but your entire life.
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Key Topics Covered
- The origin and meaning of The Blind Men and the Elephant
- Why human perception is flawed and subjective
- How coaching helps uncover blind spots and self-sabotaging patterns
- Emotional triggers and the impact of unhealed pain
- Language habits and their energetic impact
- The "Performance – Interference = Potential" coaching equation
- How beliefs shape our reality and emotional responses
- Real-life examples from coaching sessions and personal growth
- The importance of open-mindedness and growth mindset
- How to reframe limiting beliefs with practical tools
Notable Quotes
“When you believe something is true, you literally go into the state of its being true.” – Tony Robbins
“Seek first to understand, then to be understood.” – Stephen R. Covey
“People are strange: They are constantly angered by trivial things, but on a major matter like totally wasting their lives, they hardly seem to notice.” – Charles Bukowski
“What we resist persists.” – Carl Jung
“Change the way you look at things and the things you look at change.” – Wayne Dyer
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Coaching Tools & Tips Shared
- Mirror work in coaching: How reflecting back to clients helps them see blind spots
- Reframing exercise: How to challenge a belief by asking: Is it true? Is it helpful?
- Gentle self enquiry: Being your own compassionate detective, without judgment, just curiosity and tender loving care.
- The 3 R’s Framework: Recognise, Realise, Reconnect – with Positive Autonomy Coaching - a path to healing and transformation
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Call to Action
If you’re feeling stuck, defensive, or emotionally drained by recurring patterns in your life—this episode is for you. Coaching isn’t about fixing you; it’s about helping you reconnect to who you really are.
Ready to uncover your blind spots, triggers and reach your full potential? Book a free discovery call with Patricia via her website.
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