Jackee Holder, Executive Leadership Coach, Coach Supervisor and Creativity Expert, joins our host Rob Lawrence to share her profound connection to nature in her home city of London and how she uses this to enhance her coaching and supervision practice. Using real-life examples Jackee describes a variety of ways she uses nature in her coaching conversations and the impact it has on clients. She emphasizes the importance of reconnecting with nature, even in urban settings, for personal growth and emotional expression. Jackee also highlights inclusivity, cultural awareness and bias, and the therapeutic power of nature in fostering community well-being.

You will learn:

· The use of nature as a metaphor in coaching to facilitate deeper self-reflection and creativity

· Resources and tools for integrating nature into coaching practices

· The concept of nature as an equalizer, transcending societal barriers

“I want people to know that you do not have to pack your bags, go and stay in the countryside. Get away to the seaside. I want people to be resourced with the nature that is on their doorstep.”

For the episode resources and guest bio, please visit:

https://www.associationforcoaching.com/page/dl-hub_podcast-channel_coaching-outdoors_urban-nature-connection-metaphors