How can you help clients find their passion for a new hobby?

Start with getting your coaching clients to make a list of what they are interested in and what makes them happy and then build it from there getting them to try new things and step out of their comfort zone!

Discovering and fostering a passion for a new hobby can be a transformative journey, and guiding clients in this pursuit is a valuable endeavor. Hobbies matter not just as enjoyable pastimes but as essential contributors to overall well-being. Engaging in activities one is passionate about provides an avenue for relaxation, stress relief, and a break from routine. Hobbies offer a sense of accomplishment, boosting confidence and self-esteem. Moreover, they can enhance mental and emotional health, fostering creativity and providing an outlet for self-expression.

Certainly, the notion of adopting a hobby transcends the mere suggestion that one "should" engage in new pastimes. There's a fascinating interplay with neuroplasticity when you immerse yourself in a fresh activity, acquiring new skills, and crossing paths with diverse individuals. Take skateboarding, for instance. It reshapes your perception of the urban landscape just as profoundly as embarking on street photography does. Both pursuits offer novel lenses through which to view your surroundings, thereby enhancing your ability to perceive the world in different lights. This, in turn, can have a ripple effect on your capacity for innovative thinking and problem-solving.

Muitas vezes, profissionais insatisfeitos no trabalho, acabam investindo em um hobby para que seus talentos, assim como potencial criativo, sejam extravasados. Também existe aqueles que não se sentem desafiados e que por isso, colocam energia em atividades fora do ambiente do trabalho.

When you have a hobby, you enjoy your time doing things that you like, May be painting, drawing or running. You improve your confidence and self esteem.

Assisting clients in discovering their passion for a new hobby involves a thoughtful exploration of options. Start by encouraging them to reflect on their interests, values, and curiosities. Suggest trying out a variety of activities, attending workshops, or exploring online platforms to get a taste of different hobbies. It's essential to embrace an open-minded approach, allowing clients to experiment without pressure. Connecting with local communities, joining clubs, or seeking advice from experienced enthusiasts can provide valuable insights. The key is to encourage a process of trial and error, helping clients discover what resonates with them on a personal level.

A coach, guided by the principle "we coach people, not the subjects," places a strong emphasis on helping clients explore their interests and hobbies aligned with their identity and values. The process begins with attentive listening, allowing the coach to understand the client's unique passions and aspirations. I believe this personalized and identity-centric coaching journey empowers individuals to authentically explore their interests and hobbies, fostering a sense of purpose and alignment with their values.

Um an die Themen für ein Hobby zu kommen, nutze ich im Coaching oft kreative und mentale Methoden, da wir durch diese Zugriff auf das Unterbewusstsein bekommen. Dort liegen oft Potentiale brach, auf die der Klient aktiv keinen Zugang hat. Es kann zum Beispiel sein, dass jemand in der Kindheit sehr kreativ war, doch von den Eltern diese Fähigkeit bzw. Leidenschaft nicht gefördert oder sogar unterbunden wurde. Dadurch hat der Klient gelernt, dass sein Interesse nicht wichtig für das Leben ist und dieses nach und nach losgelassen. Doch in seinem Unterbewusstsein ist es immer da und erzeugt eine Sehnsucht, die auch quälend werden kann. Dann ist es an der Zeit, wieder Kontakt aufzunehmen. Das führt oft zur Erhöhung der Lebensqualität.

Una forma de buscar opciones es trabajar en sus necesidades humanas (Control, variedad, reconocimiento, amor/conexión, crecimiento y contribución), evaluar en conjunto cuales son las preferidas y posteriormente cuales están siendo satisfechas en sus espacios laborales, familiares, sociales. Con esta información revisamos si está buscando alguna necesidad en un espacio u actividad que no corresponde o si alguna necesidad no la cubre algún espacio, con esto podemos buscar pasatiempos que cubran las necesidades más importantes y/o que satisfagan las menos cubiertas.

One way to access what lights us up is to remember what you loved to do as a child. This can be an excellent source of inspiration for identifying a new hobby as well as valuable input when wanting to pursue a new career path.

Guiding clients to discover their passion for a new hobby involves fostering a spirit of experimentation and continuous learning. Encourage them to try various activities, even those outside their comfort zone, to uncover hidden interests. Suggest taking beginner classes, watching online tutorials, or attending local workshops to gain exposure. Emphasize that the learning process is as valuable as finding the perfect hobby. Mistakes and challenges are part of the journey, helping clients refine their preferences. Encourage a growth mindset, where each experience contributes to personal development.

Once the exploration phase unfolds, the next step is experimentation. It's the laboratory of self-discovery. Guide clients to immerse themselves fully in the chosen activities. It's not about perfection; it's about the joy of learning. Celebrate the process, and encourage a mindset that embraces mistakes as stepping stones to mastery.

In my experience learning new skills and making mistakes is the best way to improve. Then evaluations based on previous work performance compared to with new skills.

Start with what you’re curious about. Passion is born in your curiosity. Explore new things, discover new experiences and learn new skills. Watch where your joy appears—that’s another clue for passion.

✍️ Keeping track of progress will help your client to identify their passions and their sabotage. 🤯 We can all say we want to do X but when it comes to the crunch the thing that stops us like 'not having enough ⏰ time', which on paper seems like a reasonable answer is most likely an excuse. ⭕️ Tracking will help you and clients join the dots looking back as the late Steve Jobs once said.

Well, if you don´t find time or resources or else to try out a new hobby, then you actually don´t want it enough! That´s a provocative statement - these can help to piss the client off. When they are pissed off enough they will respond to me: "No way, you are wrong! I will show you how wrong you are!" And then they will find a way to make it happen. If what they want to do is meaningful enough to them, then they will find a way :-)

You need to actually want to do a hobby for you, not just because others are suggesting it and you are feeling peer pressure to join one. Also the same goes if you start going to a new hobby but are not getting any joy or fulfilment from it, then don’t keep going for the sake of it. If there is something about how it is run, or you are having a problem with any individuals that go, you can speak to the person running the hobby to provide feedback and see if any changes can be made that may make it more accessible or enjoyable for them.

I would suggest they try different hobbies that they are interested in, not because it’s the latest trend or their friends are all telling them they should do it. A good hobby should have you full immersed so you forget about everything and lose track of time.

Obstacles are inevitable, but they are not roadblocks; they are detours. Assist clients in navigating challenges with resilience. Whether it's time constraints, initial frustration, or self-doubt, overcoming obstacles is a vital part of the journey. Share strategies for reframing setbacks as opportunities for growth.

A great method I usually use with implementing a new habit, Enforcing positively the new habit (in this case the hobby), How ? Easy by digging other enjoyable already rooted habits and see what can they add to the new one (hobby), Usually it is an environmental enforcement or an inner-talk self-affirmation.

They can be encouraged to make a particular hobby part of their lives by letting them know how that can turn them into a better version of themselves. For instance, going for a morning walk everyday can not only help to improve their physical health but also would provide them with an opportunity to reflect, be creative and this will ultimately lift their mood. We need to encourage them about how a hobby can be a source of happiness to them which will definitely change their personalities in a better way!

Hobbies can be encouraged and will be self-sustaining if these can be aligned with client's financial goals. Important point is to publicise the hobbies and let others benefit from these.

Sustainability is the heartbeat of a lasting hobby. Help clients weave their newfound passion into the fabric of their lives. This involves creating routines, setting realistic goals, and fostering a sense of accountability. Delve into methods for deepening the experience — from advanced skills to connecting with like-minded communities.

É a hora avaliar a evolução e levantar o sarrafo. Subir o nível e ou criar seus sucessores. O hobby levado a sério, mas com toda a alegria, paixão e prazer do início.

Etwas aus dem Herzen zu tun, statt aus dem Verstand, macht einen großen Unterschied. Menschen dürfen wieder lernen, sich aus dem Herzen zu führen, aus ihrer Intuition. Und diese Haltung als Maßstab für ihr Leben zu sehen. Denn wenn sie mit ihrem Herzen verbunden sind, wird das Leben leichter. Und wenn sie ihr Hobby ausüben, welches sie von Herzen lieben, wird es ihnen mehr Lebensfreude und somit Gesundheit bringen. Wenn dies gespürt werden kann, ist es einfacher und nachhaltiger, das Hobby in das Leben zu integrieren und es nicht schnell wieder aufzugeben. Es ist essentiell, mit dem Klienten diese Verbindung im Coaching zu stärken und nachhaltige Umsetzungsideen zu entwickeln, sodass der Klient aus sich heraus an seinem Hobby dranbleibt.

Ich hatte Klienten, der eine ihn sehr belastende Krankheit hatte und ins Coaching kam, weil er als Führungskraft erschöpft war. Ich habe schnell erfasst, was die wahre Ursache ist. Er ist ein leidenschaftlicher Mensch, kreativ und liebt Musik. In seiner raren Freizeit hat er gemalt und komponiert. Doch seine Partnerin tolerierte das nicht und so musste er es heimlich tun. Eines Tages brachte er seine Werke mit ins Coaching und wir haben diese als Grundlage für die weitere Entwicklung im Coaching genutzt und Möglichkeiten erarbeitet, wie er in Zukunft sein Hobby aktiv in sein Leben einbauen kann. Ein Gespräch mit dem CEO führte dazu, dass er die Möglichkeit bekam, eine Musikschule zu besuchen. Seine Krankheit hat sich schnell gebessert.

I feel the most important part of this discussion is that people spend time on the things they prioritize. I've had clients put their hobby on the calendar, but when they don't consciously make it a priority, a must-do and "unavoidable," then it's easy to let other things take its place. It's all about boundaries and self-love. Doing something for themselves, when they're often in the habit of doing for others, can be a challenge, but it's essential to carve out time for the things that make them come alive, otherwise, Burnout will be waiting just around the corner.

The truth is there is NO SET IN STONE process to figure these things out. Every person is different. It comes down to experiences. I highly encourage all young people to explore the possibility of leaving the place they grew up, at least for a little while. It’s a huge world, full of different cultures, foods, places, ideas, and beauty. I’ve noticed this major difference in mindset amongst the people associate with who have lived in the same place forever and those who have relocated. It’s very difficult to understand just how different things are in other places until you experience it. I believe that’s a major flaw of first world citizens. We are very ignorant to how different cultures live, and to why they may believe what they believe.

Ich begann in einer komplexen Krise mit einem Hobby, das bis zu meinem 42. Lebensjahr ein Traum war. In einem Burnout kaufte ich mir ein Pferd. Blue wurde meine beste Lehrerin und Coachin. Gemeinsam sind wir nun schon 15 Jahre unterwegs. Von Blue lernte ich, auf mich und meine Intuition zu achten und meiner inneren Stimme zu vertrauen. Sie lehrte mich, im Hier und Jetzt zu sein und Wettbewerbsgedanken loszulassen. Blue trug mich, bevor ich überhaupt reiten konnte. Sie half mir, mich selbst zu spüren und öffnete meine Empathie. Sie lehrte mich, auf meinen Körper zu achten, die Bedeutung von Pausen und dass Prozesse Zeit brauchen. Sie zentriert mich noch heute u. ich bin voller Dankbarkeit für unsere Begegnung - jedes Mal, wenn ich sie sehe.