Are You An Excessively Empathetic Coach?

Read the following statements carefully, marking ‘Yes’ if the statement relates to you.

1. You get connected with others emotions easily

2. You feel affected by the pain of others

3. You feel compelled to rescue people from distress

4. You want to solve everyone’s problems

5. You like being valued and needed

6. You often act as sounding board for others

7. You think about people’s problems even after session is over

8. You find it difficult to draw personal boundaries

9. You easily express your affection through words and action

10. You find it difficult to confront and challenge others

11. You are overly sensitive

12. You can easily feel guilty

13. You are always able to see the other person’s point of view

14. You find it hard to say no

15. People tend to take your support for granted

16. You feel mentally and physically exhausted

17. You go through periods of overwhelm and withdrawal

18. You enjoy being liked

19. You consider yourself to be a ‘nice’ person

20. You find it hard to say no

If you can relate to 8 or more of the above statements, it is time for you to consider whether you are overly empathetic as a Coach.

Once you start noticing the ways in which you become absorbed by other people’s intense feelings, especially their negative ones, you can create some distance—even insulate yourself if necessary.

Imagine what would become possible if you could create a wonderful balance between empathy and action? The moment you are able to make that shift, you empower your clients to take charge of their life and begin creating a new reality.

Steps To Create Right Balance Between Empathy And Action – Click here

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