About
Our ethos, and why we value the negative
It is our premise that negative patterns and feelings are often under-recognised, undervalued and underused as a source of potential insight and power for us.
We are naturally drawn towards feeling good and there's nothing wrong with that at all. However it's easy in doing that to distract ourselves from anything that feels uncomfortable or less pleasant.
Over time we can become skilled at denying, ignoring and suppressing feelings, 'twinges' or emotions which are actually there to help us. And we can become so good at this that we are unable to recognise or interpret the messages and guidance they seek to bring.
Taken to an extreme this denial can actually lead to reduced effectiveness and a sense that something isn't right, without being able to explain it.
How we help you make the negative useful
It is our view that being able to identify, secure and integrate your negative feelings or patterns is core to the process of gaining full self awareness and true confidence, with the added benefit of feeling centred and grounded.
Once you know these seemingly negative feelings or patterns have value, it can change the way you see them. In fact, in our experience, it's a one way journey.
Once you know this, you can't 'unknow it'. You may not revisit the process of exploring the pattern for its purpose or message, but at some level you will know that opportunity is there.
The way around it is through it and it's a one time learning with transformative consequences.
We often hear "Shouldn't negativity be dealt with via therapy?"
It is this belief that can get in the way of people realising their full potential.
It's true that in some circumstances tapping into negative feelings can elicit deeper blocks and challenges which are most amenable to a therapy approach. Indeed in some circumstances Jamibe will signpost clients and participants on for therapy-based work.
However, this belief that coaching and training for performance should centre on positive feelings only (and that there is no place for hurt, indignation, boredom, annoyance and procrastination), can get in the way of being our whole, integrated, powerful selves.
We can help you tap into the power of what is holding you back.
Backed by medical coaching experience
Our Founder, Dr Angela Skidmore, explains:
"I am a medical doctor specialising in the interplay between work and health. I am also a qualified, experienced and ICF PCC credentialed executive coach, driven by a passion to help others.
In addition to over 30 years of experience in the healthcare industry I have many years of experience as a coach and facilitator, and hold a deep-seated belief in the resourcefulness and intrinsic wisdom and strength of the people I work with and support.
I feel immensely privileged to do the work I do, and I am committed to helping others integrate these simple but powerful ideas into both theirs and their clients' lives."
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