Sacred Space: Where Possibilities Abound and Change Is Engendered

Abstract

WE BEGIN THIS Chapter WITH THE PREMISE that each human being has a wellspring of innate intelligence from which deep qualities like presence, wisdom, common sense, resiliency, and peace of mind emerge. To access that innate intelligence, we coaches learn to create a space for ourselves and for the leaders we coach. We call this sacred space.

Early morning—at dawn—I find my rhythm, my mind quiets, and I am completely at peace. The house is quiet. I am connected with spirit, known to myself and the universe. It is a time full of grace, a time when I am connected to my center and open to what is calling me. My dreams whisper to me. The answers to the questions I pose are revealed. I trust what I hear. This is for me sacred space. (Clarice Scriber)

At the start of another day, I focus my mind on the stillness and feeling of calmness. I push away my thoughts of things to do and obligations to others—this is a sacred time that is mine alone. I breathe deeply and release the worries and concerns. I breathe deeply and connect to the wisdom of my spirit. It is in this space that I can pause and set my intentions for the day, reflect on what is important to me, and connect to what inspires me. From this sacred space, I start my day with a feeling of purpose and presence. I am ready for another day. (Julie K. Shows)