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The J. Mike Fields Podcast

The J. Mike Fields Podcast

By: J. Mike Fields
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  • Jamie Cole, MSSW: Tools For Healing, Growth, And Transformation.

    Jamie Cole, MSSW: Tools For Healing, Growth, And Transformation.
    Feb 15 2025
    Jamie Contact Info: Website: https://www.jamiecolemssw.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jamiecolemsswEmail: jamie@jamiecolemssw.comPhone Number: (270) 746-9930Quick recapJamie Cole, a life coach from Bowling Green, Kentucky, and J. Mike Fields, Life Coach, discussed her transition from private practice therapy to therapeutic life coaching, emphasizing her preference for a no-nonsense approach. They also discussed the importance of listening, empathy, and self-compassion in personal growth and healing, as well as the challenges of dealing with mother wounds and the idealization of mothers. The conversation concluded with discussions on the importance of emotional connection, finding the right fit for clients, and the role of medication in therapy.SummaryJamie Cole's Coaching Transition DiscussedJamie Cole, a life coach from Bowling Green, Kentucky, discussed her transition from private practice therapy to therapeutic life coaching. She explained that this change was driven by a desire to focus more on her clients' needs and less on the complexities of insurance coverage and fraud. Jamie also shared her experience of working with various populations, including those with eating disorders, and her shift towards small business mentoring and individual coaching. She emphasized her preference for a no-nonsense approach, aiming to help people in the most direct and straightforward manner possible. Jamie also reminisced about her early interactions with Mike, noting how she was initially addressed as "Mrs." and how it made her feel.Empathy and Understanding in HealingJamie and J discussed the importance of listening and empathy in their respective practices. Jamie emphasized that people often need to be heard and understood rather than given advice, and that this process can help individuals identify and overcome obstacles in their lives. J shared her own experiences of healing and growth, highlighting the importance of understanding one's past and the stories we tell ourselves. They also discussed common patterns and obstacles that people face, such as people-pleasing, lack of self-compassion, and past traumas. Jamie suggested that these issues can often be addressed by examining one's current behaviors and thought patterns, and by understanding the origins of these behaviors. The conversation concluded with J's suggestion of "parts work" as a way to understand and work with one's inner protectors or demons.Shame, Self-Criticism, and Personal GrowthThe discussion focuses on the impact of shame and self-criticism on personal growth and productivity. Jamie and J. emphasize the importance of self-compassion and empathy, noting that harsh self-judgment often hinders progress. They discuss a study comparing critical and supportive management styles in a factory setting, which found that encouragement and reasonable goals led to sustained productivity increases. The conversation concludes with reflections on the difference between guilt and shame, and how shame can be deeply ingrained and difficult to overcome.Mother Wounds and Idealization ChallengesJ. and Jamie discussed the challenges of dealing with mother wounds and the idealization of mothers. They agreed that many people struggle with unhealthy relationships with their mothers, which can have a significant impact on their mental and physical health. Jamie emphasized the importance of recognizing that both positive and negative aspects of a mother's behavior can be true simultaneously, and that it's essential to hold this tension without negating one aspect for the other. They also discussed the difficulty of breaking free from these relationships and the guilt that often accompanies it. The conversation ended with Jamie noting that resistance is common when people start to see the reality of their mother's behavior.Emotional Connection, Embodiment, and HealingJamie and J discussed the importance of emotional connection and embodiment in personal growth and healing. They highlighted the dangers of comparison and the need to recognize one's own resilience. Jamie shared her personal experience of disconnection from her body and the realization that she had been living a half-life. They also discussed the concept of unburdening parts of oneself, allowing them to fulfill their original intentions. The conversation emphasized the importance of acknowledging and working through grief and pain to experience joy and fulfillment.Overcoming Emotional Challenges and GrowthJamie and J discussed the challenges of helping clients connect with themselves and find their best mode of processing emotions. Jamie suggested various techniques such as journaling, right-hand-left-hand work, and creative expression. They also discussed the importance of recognizing and acknowledging personal growth and changes in behavior. Jamie shared her experience with clients who struggle with determining right or wrong due to their upbringing, and how this can lead to self-doubt and a ...
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  • How to learn from and let go of things we can't control.

    How to learn from and let go of things we can't control.
    Jan 7 2025
    14 mins
  • Why you aren't following through on what you want and what to do about it.

    Why you aren't following through on what you want and what to do about it.
    Jan 7 2025
    23 mins

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