How to Use "The Work" in Your Coaching Conversations

How to Use "The Work" in Your Coaching Conversations

Author: Primal Health Coach Institute October 14, 2025 Duration: 25:06

Erin Power explores Byron Katie's transformative tool, The Work, which involves four simple yet profound questions to help clients question and dismantle self-sabotaging beliefs. Ideal for those in the health and wellness field, Erin shares practical examples and tips on integrating this method into coaching sessions to help clients overcome mental barriers.

As Erin puts it, 'Pretty much every belief is available to us; it's about choosing the ones that set us free.' Tune in to discover how this method can foster self-awareness, empowerment, and breakthrough changes in your clients.

Learn more about The Work at https://thework.com and the book "Loving What Is" https://thework.com/books/

Episode Overview:

0:00 Intro

1:10 Understanding 'The Work' by Byron Katie

2:40 The Four Questions Explained

3:50 Applying 'The Work' with Clients

8:10 Real-Life Coaching Examples

11:50 Integrating 'The Work' into Coaching

18:00 Benefits and Cautions of Using 'The Work'

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