Lighten Up! The Serious Business of Humor in Coaching
Humor isn’t just for laughs—it’s a powerful, science-backed coaching tool that builds resilience, fosters psychological safety, and unlocks transformational insights. Yet many coaches hesitate to use it, fearing it may seem unprofessional.
In this interactive, hands-on learning lab, you’ll discover how strategic humor can align with ICF Core Competencies and elevate your coaching impact.
What to Expect:
• Explore the neuroscience of humor and its impact on cognitive function, resilience, and emotional regulation.
• Learn practical humor techniques to deepen trust, enhance presence, and maintain professionalism.
• Engage in live demos, group discussions, and real-world exercises to apply humor intentionally and effectively.
Whether you’re naturally witty or a bit humor-shy, this session will equip you with science-backed strategies to bring levity and lightness into transformational coaching conversations.
Transformation doesn’t have to be heavy—let’s coach with levity!
By participating in the workshop you will work on the following competencies:
- Cultivates Trust and Safety (#4)
- Maintains Presence (#5)
- Listens Actively (#6)
- Evokes Awareness (#7)
- Facilitates Client Growth (#8)
Creating Safe Spaces in Coaching
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