Bijdrage van Youri Hermes

Over the years, I’ve worked closely with dozens of personal coaches. Some of them hesitated to simply call themselves coaches, yet they struggled to find a more fitting title. This led me to ponder: Can coaching exist without the label of a coach? Is it possible for someone deemed a coach to step back entirely, allowing coaching to unfold naturally? Coaching typically addresses conflicts, right? Conflict arises from separation. Interestingly, in traditional coaching, this separation tends to be reinforced. The coach introduces: - The problem versus the individual who must ultimately assume responsibility - The scenario versus the coachee's personal interpretation - The coach as guide/mentor/facilitator versus the coachee needing assistance - The issue versus the cause - The current state versus the desired state - The individual facing challenges versus the path to resolution In essence, traditional coaching approaches often perpetuate separation rather than addressing the underlying mechanism that created it. Yet, this mechanism itself might be the root cause of conflict of any kind. FYI: Currently, we’re developing a unique training program based on non-positional relating for (aspiring) nondual coaches. Click the link in the comments to stay informed about this program.

Are you a coach and are you looking to integrate your understanding of nonduality into your coaching practice? Kat (Katrijn) and I believe this is both possible and transformative. Yet, navigating this journey alone can be challenging. To support you, we're excited to announce a training program tailored for coaches with a keen interest in nonduality. This program will launch after the summer. Stay informed by clicking the link in the comments.

[ENGLISH BELOW] Leuk nieuws! Binnenkort verschijnt er een nieuw boek :) Maak kennis met: 'Niet jouw verantwoordelijkheid: Van moeten en streven naar een volledig en vrij leven'. Het is de opvolger van mijn boek ‘Verlichting zonder toeters en bellen' en is meer een werkboek. Het dragen van verantwoordelijkheid betekent voor verschillende mensen verschillende dingen. Met alle ethische standpunten die circuleren, is het gemakkelijk om te vergeten wat het werkelijk betekent. Je raakt wellicht zelfs overweldigd door alles wat volgens de maatschappij van je verwacht wordt. Stel je voor dat je het nemen van verantwoordelijkheid moeitelozer, speelser en functioneler zou kunnen maken. 'Interessant,' denk je misschien, 'maar hoe weet ik of een transformatie naar deze uitkomsten mogelijk is?' Om dit te ontdekken, heb ik 60 meditaties ontwikkeld waar je mee kunt experimenteren. Deze zijn verdeeld in 10 non-duale transformaties. Elke transformatie geeft weer welke meditaties bijdragen om van een bepaalde uitdaging naar een specifiek verlangen te gaan, zoals van krampachtigheid naar moeiteloosheid. De bijbehorende meditaties zijn ontworpen om aan te sluiten bij jouw persoonlijke behoeften. Binnenkort ben ik op zoek naar proeflezers. Interesse? Stuur mij een DM. ———————————— Exciting news! A new book is coming soon, and it will be first published in Dutch. Introducing: 'Not Your Responsibility.' It is the successor to my book 'Enlightenment Without Bells and Whistles' and is more of a workbook. The meaning of taking responsibility varies for different people. With all the ethical viewpoints circulating, it's easy to forget what it truly signifies. You might even feel overwhelmed by everything society expects of you. Imagine if you could make taking responsibility more effortless, playful, and functional. 'Sounds nice,' you might think, 'but how can I know if a transformation to these outcomes is possible?' To find out for yourself, I've developed 60 meditations you can experiment with. These meditations are divided into 10 nondual transformations. Each transformation illustrates which meditations contribute to moving from a specific challenge to a particular desire, such as from feeling tensed to being at ease. The corresponding meditations are designed to align with your personal needs. Soon I will be looking for proofreaders. Interested? Send me a DM.

Ever wondered about the real meaning of happiness? I hit the streets to hear from strangers, and their responses were surprising, insightful, and eye-opening. Explore the subjective nature of happiness and whether it's omnipresent in my latest article. Link to the article (+ interviews): https://lnkd.in/d_Mct6Yp

Curious about what truly drives people in life, I hit the streets and asked individuals about their deepest desires. What I found was fascinating: there seem to be two main ways people approach this question. Some share their personal aspirations, while others view it from a collective perspective. In the article I just published, I delve into both viewpoints, sharing video snippets from the interesting interviews I had with strangers on the street. Discover the diverse range of desires that shape our lives. Click here to go to the article: https://lnkd.in/ev8_8aYb

My fourth weekly article, packed with interviews, is now live! I asked people on the street about their biggest (un)certainties in life. Their answers sparked some profound thoughts for me. Read the article to delve into my little analysis. https://lnkd.in/exy5WzS8 PS: I'd love to hear your thoughts and insights!

Imagine you are doing your groceries, and suddenly, somebody walks up to you. An interviewer asks you, ‘What makes a human a human?’ What would your answer be? Your answer might resemble one of the responses I received from complete strangers. Let us explore each of their responses in this article (including mini interviews): https://lnkd.in/esQwPBwH #humanity #nonduality #humanbeing #humanbehaviour #existentialism

I hit the streets again for my new little field study. This week’s research question is: ‘Have you already discovered yourself?’ By asking this question to complete strangers, I uncovered 4 potentially dangerous beliefs. Go to the article to watch the mini interviews and read my brief analysis. https://lnkd.in/eGBP5xcP

What is the meaning of life? Countless of books have been written about this beautiful subject. All the more reason to ask this question to complete strangers on the street instead of the all-knowing gurus on a pillow ;) In this article, I’ve added a couple video clips of mini interviews I did. To each interview I linked a pitfall, 5 in total. Let’s see if the answers from strangers and the related pitfalls will be insightful! https://lnkd.in/edg2wj-Y #meaningfullife #meaningoflife #meaning #purposeinlife #purpose

Our upcoming online retreat begins in 5 days, with just 2 spots left out of the 10 available. The retreat comprises 10 short sessions, each lasting one hour. Weekly check-ins will take place on Mondays, serving as a valuable and powerful nondual reminder at the beginning of your week. The sessions will strongly enhance your self-inquiry practice. This will be realised through insightful group dialogues and shared meditations. This retreat is designed for those who are convinced of the benefits of meditation. However, you don’t require a lot of experience. Simply a genuine interest in understanding your true nature is enough! If you're interested in participating, please send Katrijn or me a message. For more information, go visit https://lnkd.in/eGR2x5EK