A couple of years ago I was reading "The Dark Side of the Light Chasers" and I love the statement (paraphrased) " pay attention to what you're giving as advice to others because it is what you need to learn". That was the number one most freeing statement for me as I moved into coaching. I had this "story" that I wasn't supposed to get anything out of the encounter or I wasn't truly giving. As I've done more coaching, I realize I always get something out of the encounter, learn something new, learn a new way to explain, something. And I positively adore the "aha" moments shared with people. Wow, that is so kewl. One of the tools I use is The Passion Test and I love seeing the surprise on people's faces when they realize something they've been beating themselves up over isn't even in the top 5 or they recognized a long forgotten dream and realized how important it was to them.

That is the kewlest!