The Empathetic Edge: A Mindful Approach to Instructional Coaching (Strategies for empathy, awareness, and connection in instructional coaching) Instruction ed. Edition

Even the best instructional coach can find presence, empathy, and connection challenging to uphold under constant pressure. In this book, Nathan D. Lang-Raad shares coaching approaches to build stronger partnerships through active mindfulness and empathetic understanding stemming from genuine human connection. Learn tangible ways to handle challenges and reshape resistance, leading to productive outcomes and professional growth. K–12 instructional coaches can use this book to:Adopt coaching practices that foster engaged presence and mindful awarenessMaintain balance, peace, and self-control amid conflict, stress, and changePromote open, respectful communication to build trust and compassion with colleaguesExercise patience, loosen expectations, and set realistic goals when adapting to changePractice daily gratitude and celebrate all measures of progress in transformational growth Contents: Introduction Chapter 1: Cultivating Mindfulness in Coaching Chapter 2: Fostering Empathy and Positive Growth Chapter 3: Finding Inner Peace in Challenging Times Chapter 4: Developing Compassion in Coaching Relationships Chapter 5: Simplifying Complex Coaching Scenarios Chapter 6: Adapting With Technology in an Ever-Changing Landscape Chapter 7: Maintaining Patience in the Coaching Process Chapter 8: Letting Go of Expectations Chapter 9: Fostering Gratitude in Coaching Practice Chapter 10: Building Empathetic Connections Across Diverse Communities Epilogue: The Continuing Journey of the Empathetic Coach Appendix References and Resources Index Read more