The Art of Generative Coaching

with Stephen Gilligan, Ph.D.

What is Generative Change?

Generative change means creating something beyond what has ever existed, whether in personal or professional life. At the heart of this process is attention to a personís ìstateî as the core difference that makes a difference; that is, the outcomes a person produces are only as good as their state. The training focuses on how to first develop a generative stateóthat is, a high level of mindbody relaxation, concentration, and fluid flexibility; a creative mental response to whatever challenges exist; and a deep connection to positive resources beyond a personís ego state. Generative Coaching then focuses on how to maintain this state in dealing with whatever challenges a person is facing, so that new and meaningful results can occur.

What is Generative Coaching?

Generative Coaching allows change to occur at the deepest level of ìidentity,î where core beliefs and visions exist. We use sophisticated mind/body approaches to help a person transform the way they think, feel, respond, and create in their life situations. We ensure that people improve their productivity, deepen their well-being, and increase their value to others.

Major coaching topics include:

--How to develop mastery of the three minds: Somatic, Cognitive, and Field Consciousness
--The 5 general methods of Generative Coaching: (1) Goals/intentions, (2) Generative (creative unconscious) maps and beliefs, (3) Action plans/practices, (4) Transforming/Dissolving Negative Obstacles, and (5) Practices (of "higher consciousness") for Generative Self.
--Measuring and realizing generative change at the Four Major Life Areas of happiness, health, helpfulness, and healing;
--Make sure both you and your clients are centered, relaxed, focused, and committed in every important expression
--Mastering the four steps in Transformational Change: Preparation, Shifting State, Transformation, and Return to the Ordinary World.
--How tools from Ericksonian hypnosis and Ericksonian traditions can help shift both the coach and the client from problem ñidentified frames to solution-oriented consciousness.
--Specific strategies for creating experiences and outcomes beyond what has existed before.