What is Core Energy Coaching?
Core Energy Coaching is a coaching approach that focuses on shifting a person’s inner energy and mindset to achieve personal growth and better outcomes. It helps individuals identify and transform their core beliefs, attitudes, and emotions to reach higher levels of awareness and performance. Core Energy Coaching is a methodology developed by the Institute for Professional Excellence in Coaching (iPEC) and looks into the very foundation of our experience: our core energy.
The Power Within: Core Energy and the 7 Levels
Core Energy Coaching operates on the principle that our core energy, either catabolic (draining) or anabolic (expanding), shapes our thoughts, behaviors, and ultimately, our results. By identifying our core energy and the underlying beliefs that fuel it, we can unlock sustainable change.
This methodology is anchored in the concept of the 7 Levels of Energy, a spectrum ranging from Victim (level 1) to Creator (level 7). Each level is associated with distinct characteristics, from feeling powerless and resentful (Victim) to empowered, visionary, and connected (Creator). Core Energy Coaches help clients identify their dominant levels and the stories and beliefs that keep them stuck.
The 7 Levels of Energy: A Journey of Transformation
- Victim (Level 1):
Someone experiencing Level 1 energy may feel powerless or lost in a situation (or generally). This may lead to the perception that there is a lack of choice, to be forced. At this level, a person may tend to experience fear and blames others or external circumstances for their situation. - Antagonist (Level 2):
At Level 2, a strong emotion that we experience is anger. We tend to react to situations in a combative way and are willing to fight as we struggle for control. - Rationalizer (Level 3):
Level 3 is characterized by a strong focus on the outcome and the goal. A person at this level tends to be analyzing and rationalizing, they are “fine” and are willing (and able) to cope. - Helper (Level 4):
This level is dominated by a service-oriented mindset. Peope at this level tend to be helping others, they are compassionate and care for others. At the same time, they often rely heavily on external validation. - Collaborator (Level 5):
People at this level are very solution.focused, they are interested in win-win solutions and reconciliation of various viewpoints as they are interested in the best outcome for everyone. - Connector (Level 6):
At this level, Intuition is a strong driving factor. People at this level tend to take full responsibility and lead with inspiration. They see everything as interconnected and put a strong focus on oneness. - Creator (Level 7):
At level 7, people experience absolute passion in a situation. They are visionary, innovative, and connected to a higher purpose.
The Core Energy Advantage: Coaching the “Who” First
Many clients seeks support of a coach in order to reach an “outer goal”, which can be a salary increase, a better relationship with their spouse, a dream of starting their own business, reducing weight by X lbs or X kg, etc. Traditional coaching often focuses on setting milestone goals and developing action plans towards the overall goal. And often times, following through with the action plans and achieving these goal can be challenging for clients and more often than not, they stop half way through. And that is completely normal, everyone has thoughts that hold them back or make it difficult to follow through. We all have unconsciously picked up those thoughts and limiting beliefs over time from family, society, or the media and made them our own.
Therefore, Core Energy Coaching goes deeper. Before going into action plans, we prioritize coaching the “who” first. That means we focus on understanding your core energy and the underlying beliefs that shape your identity. Many of our limiting thoughts and beliefs live under the surface, they are hidden from our conscious awareness and they are powerful drivers of unproductive choices and behaviors.
By addressing and understanding these deeper aspects, you build a stronger foundation for achieving goals and experiencing lasting change.
Here’s how Core Energy Coaching prioritizes the “who“:
- Uncovering Your Core Identity: Instead of simply focusing on “what” you want to achieve, Core Energy Coaching looks at the inside first, where we find the root of most challenges and blocks to success.
- Shifting Your Energy: As a Core Energy Coach, I will equip you with tools to recognize and shift your core energy. This empowers you to approach challenges and opportunities from a more resourceful and empowered state of being that is aligned with your values, your purpose, and your goals.
- Sustainable Transformation: By understanding the root causes of your behaviors and limiting beliefs, Core Energy Coaching fosters lasting change that goes far beyond simply achieving goals. It’s about becoming the best version of yourself.
Core Energy Coaching and The Underling Research
- Psychotherapy
- Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP)
- Mentoring
- Consulting
- Physics
- Emotional Intelligence
- Leadership Development
- Theories of conscious evolution
In a 2018 study, the correlation btw. core energy and life potential was researched, The study provides clear evidence that a shift in core energy is a primary driver of positive change in the participant’s life.
Backed by the extensive research, the Institute for Professional Excellence in Coaching (iPEC) has developed the Energy Leadership™️ Index (ELI) Assessment. The ELI analyzes and provides a detailed breakdown of a person’s energetic profile. It is the amount of each type of the 7 levels of energy that a person experiences in normal day-to-day situations and circumstances. At the same time, the ELI provides the energetic stress response, the energetic profile the person experiences when faced with a stressor. Using these metrics, the core energy coaching process supports you in understanding how your perspectives are working “for” or “against” you. This self-awareness and understanding of how you show up, combined with the knowledge about the 7 energy levels, opens the choice for you in moving forward and being able to create successful outcomes.
Is Core Energy Coaching Right for You?
If you’re looking for a coaching approach that goes beyond goal setting and tackles the root causes of your challenges, Core Energy Coaching could be a powerful tool for you. It can be beneficial for individuals seeking:
- Personal growth and development
- Improved relationships
- Increased career satisfaction
- A more fulfilling life
By understanding and shifting your core energy, you can unlock your potential for lasting transformation and experience a more empowered and fulfilling life. If you’re interested in learning more about Core Energy Coaching, consider booking a free and non-binding discovery call.
