In challenging times, the stories we tell about ourselves matter more than ever.

Howard Zinn once wrote:

“An optimist isn't necessarily a blithe, slightly sappy whistler in the dark of our time. To be hopeful in bad times is not just foolishly romantic. It is based on the fact that human history is a history not only of cruelty but also of compassion, sacrifice, courage, kindness. What we choose to emphasize in this complex history will determine our lives…”

When I reread this recently it provided another strong reminder that coaching doesn’t happen in a vacuum. We co-create our world. Clients bring their hopes, fears, and uncertainties to coaching. Coaches have and bring their own stories too.

In times like these, we’re called to dig deep and reconnect with the positive, powerful parts of ourselves that enable us to serve our clients well. Inner grounding doesn’t happen by accident. We need to be deliberate and cultivate it —through connection with friends and family, through meditation or reflection, through conversations with like‑minded colleagues, and through supervision.

Group supervision in particular offers something unique:

A blend of facilitated development, shared wisdom, and the steadying presence of peers who

understand the terrain.

In narrative‑informed supervision, we work with the stories you hold about yourself as a coach—externalising them, deconstructing them, and re‑authoring them so your professional identity becomes broader, deeper, and more robust. It’s a way of strengthening integrity and optimism without slipping into naïveté. A way of choosing what to emphasise in your own complex history.

If you’re curious about how this approach might support you, you can learn more at the link below.

Group Supervision Programme

If you’d like to explore whether this is right for you—or simply ask a question, please connect with me directly.