Knowing who they are as a person, participant and performer enables you as their coach to see the whole person and meet their personal needs.
When we understand the person and not the ‘persona’ presented, we are able to fully meet their needs and provide meaningful support and challenge. An individual’s experiences, journey and unique milestone events all help to shape how they see and interact with the world.
When we listen, notice and respond appropriately we can support and empower the individual to become the best version of themselves.
As a person we are effectively comprised of three key components, which are always connected and together encompass the important areas of our being. Termed Bio-Psycho-Social, this model of the individual demonstrates that for a person to thrive, their needs in all three areas must be met.
Prioritise holistic development and support to improve personal, emotional, well-being and social skills, as well as physical capacity and competence.
This can be summarised as: Ask, Listen and Support!