I Don't Even Know What I Think (Jumbled) Limited Edition Giclee Print

About This Piece

I don’t know about you, but when I try to process big emotions, decisions, or perspectives in my head, it can easily feel like my thoughts are a jumbled mess. One of my favorite things about going through my coach certification program was having weekly sessions with a peer coach, who could help me unpack and clarify my thoughts until they felt more manageable and understandable. Once I had clarity, it felt so much easier to take productive action. 

As a coach, I aim to offer this to my clients. I become a thinking partner–someone who can prompt reflection (“What do you mean when you say ___?”), paraphrase and organize their stream of consciousness (“It sounds like what’s bothering you is ___ and ___. How true is that for you?”), draw out insight (“What are you learning about yourself in this situation?”) and help them integrate their knowledge (“Now that you know how you feel, what would you like to do next?”)

If you’re feeling jumbled, talking it out with an objective third party can help, as well as other reflective exercises, like journaling. Getting the thoughts out of your head and into conversation or on paper can be instrumental in achieving clarity.