How can you tell wether you are in a safe space? You simply sense it, intuitively. You feel it, deep down inside. There is no fear of being judged. There is no need to pretend and hold back. There is a desire to be your true self, to say what you have never told anyone, to share your hopes, longings, passions… You feel that someone really sees you and that can change your life.
I remember how I felt when I was in that safe space for the very first time… Almost 30 years ago, Don was my coach and mentor. He taught me how to train horses but actually he helped me to believe in myself and to develop confidence. If it hadn't been for him and his energy, I'm pretty sure I would not do what I'm doing today…
Don saw me…It was like he understood without me having to tell him. He deeply cared. He just knew and I knew that he knew… Does that make sense? Probably without being aware of it, he gave me that safe space and that helped me to relax, to see myself and finally to trust myself. I cannot tell you exactly what happens in those 'sacred spaces' but I know that without them, transformation would not be possible.
Only when we feel safe, we can start to think about the next steps. It's the same with the horses. Once they open up, they are receptive to our ideas and that's when real communication takes place and that's when things are beginning to shift.
So, in case you are considering to hire a coach, here's a list:
