It's a brand new year and all things are possible. Most of us would like to move on from the COVID-19 pandemic and related stresses of the past
FAQ: How do I help my client when their family doesn’t accept their sexuality?
"An ongoing challenge for my client is the struggle her mum is having accepting her sexuality. Obviously, she can’t change her mother’s attitude or
10 Dirty Secrets of Happiness for 2022
Happy New Year! It's the 25th Anniversary of Relationship Coaching Institute and we are committed to making this your best year ever. How to start?
Using Brainstorming in Life and Relationship Coaching
You're probably familiar with Brainstorming, the process of two or more people throwing out ideas without judgment or attachment to stimulate creative
A Short History of Relationship Coaching Institute
To kick off our 25th anniversary, here's a short history of how RCI got started, organized in a series of seven "epiphanies." Epiphany #1: Coaching
Asking Permission in Life and Relationship Coaching
As life and relationship coaches our primary goal and all of our coaching skills are focused on empowering our clients. Why? Because playing the
FAQ: Can Relationship Requirements be Flexible?
FAQ: Can Relationship Requirements be flexible? We're making all this stuff up. There is no scientific study or evidence about the existence and
The Power of Influence in Coaching
One aspect of being a helping professional that is rarely mentioned is the power of Influence. You influence your client in many ways, even without
How to Help an Unmotivated Client
"What can I do when my client is struggling due to lack of self discipline or motivation?" 1. First, be sure the client is clear and excited about