A Philosophical Discussion about Life Coaching

Having recently participated in a life coaching workshop, we focus this week's show on the coaching movement. A life coach is a certified instructor who works with clients to help motivate them in reaching some goal or overcoming some obstacle. There are several different approaches to life coaching, but they all aim at teaching the client basic life skills such as goal setting and attainment, confidence, and self-esteem. These services are becoming more and more popular, especially in the corporate world. The fees for these services range from $20 a session up to $10,000 for professional certification. In our show today, we will discuss whether life coaches are necessary or whether individuals can and should develop their own "navigational and motivational resources." Later in the show, we will be discussing the approaches one may use to acquire these skills for herself. Can an individual be successful in life without the aid of a life coach? And what are the resources available for such an endeavor?