Leave Room for a Bigger Story

In the coaching room, I often witness how the stories we tell ourselves shape how we see the world—and how those stories can limit us. We all view life through the lens of our own experiences, beliefs, and emotions. That’s human. But when we mistake our perspective for the full truth, we close ourselves off to nuance, growth, and connection.

Clients come into coaching hoping to move forward in their lives, but we sometimes find that the biggest barrier isn’t the situation itself—it’s the meaning they’ve assigned to it. When we pause to explore what else might be true, when we consider how another person might have experienced the same situation, something opens. There's space for compassion, insight, and possibility.

This kind of spaciousness is needed now more than ever—not just in personal healing, but in how we show up in the world. In today’s climate of polarization and outrage, civil discourse often takes a back seat to the need to be right. But what if, in our families, communities, and civic lives, we practiced the same curiosity we encourage in the coaching room?

What if we truly tried to understand the person across from us—not to agree, but to see their humanity?

Let’s leave room for the possibility that there is a bigger story. That our version may not be the only or complete one. When we try to put ourselves in someone else’s shoes, we create the conditions for healthier conversations and deeper connections.

This kind of perspective-taking isn’t easy—but it’s essential.

Not only for personal growth, but for the health of our families, communities, and even our democracy. When we open ourselves to a fuller story, we make space for healing, deeper connection, and more resilient relationships. I’m here to walk alongside you as you learn to see—and live—this shift for yourself.