It can be stressful and daunting to make important decisions. Having a clear grasp of our values, goals, and priorities is essential to helping us make decisions that are in line with our requirements and preferences, whether they include major life changes, professional changes, or personal choices. When we are unclear and confused, how do we achieve this clarity, though? When navigating these challenging challenges, a coach can be helpful to everyone.

When making difficult decisions, look for the advantages and disadvantages is one way to gain clarity. We can get a better picture of what is most important to us and what we are willing to compromise on if we write down the pros and cons of each option.

Another way to gain clarity is to seek guidance from others. This can come in the form of talking to friends and family, seeking advice from a mentor or therapist, or working with a life coach. A fresh perspective from someone who is not emotionally invested in the decision can be incredibly valuable in helping us to see things in a new light.

A life coach can also assist you in supporting your ability to make decisions. Because we don’t have faith in our abilities to select the best course of action, many of us have difficulty making decisions. A life coach may give you advice on how to develop self-assurance and help you discover and get rid of any limiting ideas that might be preventing you from reaching your full potential.

Also, when it comes to making difficult decisions, mindfulness techniques can be really beneficial in helping you to become more clear. The ability to be mindful means being able to pay attention to the here and now while objectively observing our thoughts and emotions. Our inner voice can help us get insight into our values and wants if we can calm the mind and listen to it. Developing mindfulness can be facilitated by practises like forest bathing, meditation, and journaling.

Making difficult decisions is never easy, but by clarifying our values, goals, and priorities, as well as seeking guidance and support, we can make choices that are in line with our needs and desires. A life coach can be a helpful resource in navigating these difficult decisions and providing us with the tools and strategies we need to make confident and informed decisions.

Here is one of the client’s story that we work with and together with her transformation

Meet Ruyi, a young professional who has long felt stuck in her working life. She has been in the same job for several years and has grown increasingly dissatisfied and uninspired by it. She has been thinking about changing careers but is unsure what her next steps should be.

Ruyi, who was feeling lost and uncertain about her working life, decided to work with a coach to help her gain clarity and direction. Ruyi discussed her concerns and struggles with Bernard Eng during her first session. Bernard listened carefully and asked probing questions to help her better understand her values, goals, and priorities.

Through their coaching sessions, Ruyi began to develop a greater sense of self-awareness. She realized that her passion was in environmental sustainability and that her current job did not align with her values. She also began to identify her strengths and skills and how they could be applied to a career in this field.

With the help of Bernard, Ruyi began to set specific and measurable goals. She researched different industries and job opportunities, and began networking and applying for jobs in the sustainability field. Bernard also provided her with strategies for building confidence and overcoming self-doubt.

After several months of hard work and dedication, Ruyi landed her dream job as a sustainability consultant who is now working with Bernard. She is now excited to begin her new chapter and is grateful for the support and guidance she received from her life coach. She now sees her future with more clarity and is confident that she made the right decision.

Ruyi’s story shows how a coach can be a valuable resource in helping individuals gain clarity and direction in their lives. She was able to identify her passion and purpose and took action to make a change in her career. With the support and guidance of a coach, Ruyi was able to make a confident and informed decision that aligns with her values and aspirations.

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By Loon Kuan Yuan