Yes.
I’m wondering about what to blog about today.
To be quite honest, I’ve written 122 blog posts concerning the Inner Game Of PKD, and how to attain a higher quality of life while on the PKD Odyssey.
122 blog posts seems a reasonable number.
On many of these posts, I have invited the readers to contact me to discuss any aspects of the posts I have written.
While I have had a number of fine, heart-felt responses, only one person actually showed some curiosity of how Life Coaching might provide benefits.
One person in well over a year.
OK. I may not be the best blog writer in the world, but in all honesty, I thought I touched upon some real issues concerning living with PKD that the medical profession usually don’t address.
Have I missed the mark?
Have all these posts merely been a writing exercise for me?
I guess what I’m asking is,
What do I have to do to encourage you to be curious as to how Life Coaching can benefit you?
Since everyone is different, I can’t really give a generic answer, other than those I have shared on these blog posts.
It would be a real shame if someone could be helped by working with me, but was too reluctant to find out, wouldn’t it?
Maybe you are having some issues of life that are holding you back from enjoying a full, high-quality life.
What is the advantage of holding the suffering in, when there might be a possible solution that will release you from thoughts and beliefs that are holding you back?
You never know how a simple, but deep conversation may change your whole perspective on your situation.
How many times have you had a conversation with a friend, and in the course of the conversation, you saw a certain situation in a whole new light?
Do you remember how much your perception broadened?
I offer that kind of conversation on the subject of your individual experience of living with PKD.
I don’t know of too many people who are willing to listen to how you actually experience living with PKD, and can work with you to see your experience in that new light.
Yes. I am a professional Coach.
I do charge a fee.
But I first offer a complimentary, no-obligation telephone “Getting-to-know-you” conversation to determine if we are an “energy match.”
If nothing else, you’ll be talking to a fellow traveler on the PKD Odyssey, and so will I!
So, once again, I invite you to contact me at:
and set up an appointment for our complimentary telephone conversation.
It be interesting, enlightening, and perhaps, a lot of fun as well!
Hope to hear from you soon!
Peace and Blessings!
Coach Richie Perl
Certified Professional Coach
Certified Trainer of Neuro-Linguistic Programming
Hey Coach,
It was terrific to talk to you today! I am sorry that you are finding little response to you willingness to be a life coach. I for one am greatful to how wonderful an experience my coming to know you has been. THANK YOU!!
For those of you who may be considering this relationship, I sincerely can attest to having feelings of enlightenment and feeling more encouraged.
Coach, I think part of the problem is that no one really knows exactly “what a coach is” even though I believe you have shared quite well the purpose. Most people do not know they need a coach. I think coaching is much like the old belief of psychology, people are maybe afraid to admit they need help or admit they are getting help.
Thank you for your friendship and professionalism. I am blessed to have come to meet you!
God Bless!
Christine,
Thank you for your encouragement!
Yes.
Most people don’t know what a Coach is and what a Coach does.
I have tries to elicit curiosity, but have been unable to do so.
You are probably right that many people are reluctant to admit they need “help.”
Yet, so many people seek advice for the “medical” aspect of PKD, even after consulting with their doctors!
It’s just so sad that many PKD patients are selling themselves short.
With Coaching, they can uncover and discover talents, skills, and inner resources that can be utilized for a better life.
It’s great to know you as well, Christine!
Get healthy, because now you have a new reason to!
Peace and Blessings!
Coach Richie
Hey Coach,
You are 100% correct in assessing that people search for help “medically” but not “mentally.” Thing is, most people who are ill do not realize that their state of mind can affect their well being health and physically. I personally have experienced this. To the point of wanting to give up on life. Addressing all issues has helped tremendously in bringing about acceptance, and better quality of life even in the physical pain and sickness. No, I do not feel well daily, but trying to focus on “other” things in life, has helped me move through the illness and pain till the next day with hope.
Thank you for your kind comments as well. Check my facebook.. My “reason” as you know, is posted.
God Bless!
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Christine
I came across your blog while researching my own information about my husband’s PKD. He doesn’t keep info from me, he’s just not forthcoming with info and acts like things are no big deal. He also has somewhat of an ostrich or denial mentality. Would you be willing to help me with some perspective about how a spouse is supposed to act, react, etc. to someone with this condition?
Hi, Shauna!
Sure.
Remember, that male types, like me, never want to show any weakness or vulnerability. The “macho” aspect of guys is very important.
Wives, although perhaps more comfortable with acknowledging “weaknesses,” often forget about this “macho’ aspect that guys have.
What might be helpful, (and, not knowing you personally, I can’t be specific,) would be to approach the subject of PKD in a matter-of-fact manner.
In other words, approach the topic of PKD so as not to “awfulize” it. That is, treating the subject of PKD as some horrible, almost taboo subject.
For instance, something like, “You know, hun, I noticed that there are a bunch a PKD pages on Facebook with a lot of nice people on it. I think I’ll take a look and see what it’s all about.”
As the subject of PKD becomes more common and almost casual, there will less need for him to “push away” the subject..
Again, not knowing the specific circumstances, this is the approach that might be helpful.
Thanks for asking!
Peace and Blessings!
Coach Richie Perl