Welcome to the Hope Unlocked podcast . I'm your host , kristen Kurtz , and I'm also the founder of New Wings Coaching . I help and empower wildhearted and adventurous women of faith feeling caged and stuck , unlock their true purpose and potential , break free from limitations and thrive with confidence , courage and hope . If you're curious to learn more about coaching with me , head to newwingscoachingnet and be sure to explore the show notes for ways to connect with me further . Get ready to dive in as we uncover empowering keys and insights in this episode . So tune in and let's unlock hope together . Welcome back to the Hope Unlocked podcast . I'm your host , kristen Kurtz . Today is going to be a little different . I'm going to be diving into an important topic understanding the difference between life coaching , consulting and counseling . If you've ever wondered which one is right for you , stick around , because I'm going to break it down in simple , clear terms to help you make the best choice for where you are in your journey .
Speaker 1I thought the time was now to share , as I've been asked several times just this past week what a life coach is , and I thought I just thought everybody knew . So first let's talk about life coaching , which is my personal calling , an area of expertise and anointing Life coaching is all about the future . It's focused on where you're going , not where you've been . As a coach , I'm here to help you unlock your potential and get you moving toward your professional and personal goals , and I like to call them intentions . I like to flip the script . We'll just say that it's empowering , action-driven and goal-slash-intention-oriented . Think of it like having someone in your corner to ask the right questions , hold you accountable and help you create a solid plan . In essence , in my coaching , reminding you of your but God said , not your but what if ? Let me just say we have too many of those people in our corner . Can I get an amen ? So what's been revealed to me personally through my journey is that coaching with New Wings Coaching is more than just goal setting , more than just intention setting . It's about empowering extraordinary leaders who are called to wield significant influence and authority . Leaders who are called to wield significant influence and authority . I am dedicated to unlocking the profound potential within those who may start small but are destined for greatness . If you feel called to create a lasting legacy and shape the future , this place is for you . I partner with wild-hearted movers and shakers , helping them realize their capabilities and create something enduring and transformative , not just for today but for generations to come . At New Wings Coaching , coaching is all about stepping into divine strength and freedom , helping you fully embrace your leadership and make a monumental impact , whether you're leading a movement , a business or ministry . Whether you're leading a movement , a business or ministry , together we'll unlock that potential and soar above life's challenges .
Speaker 1Since testimonies say it all , here's a few recents . Actually , I'll share a couple , just a couple today . If you want to read more , you can go to my website , newwingscoachingnet . So this first one I labored for several long nights with our youngest daughter . As soon as the sun would rise , the contractions would stop . We discovered that she was stuck and I needed some assistance to birth . What was inside of me ? In a similar sense , kristen is the spiritual midwife I didn't realize I needed . Like a prophetic ultrasound . She was able to get me to focus and see thoughts , words and stories that have been growing inside my spiritual womb . After several long nights of laboring on my own , what a relief to have 90 minutes with a come-alongside coach to uncover the reasons I've felt stuck and to encourage me to push with purpose and the power of the Holy Spirit . In due season I will definitely be scheduling another session and the second one I'll share .
Speaker 1I knew I needed support in some decisions and direction in my business and although I had a few coaches in my sphere to choose from , none of them felt right . As soon as I met Kristen and got to know more about her mission and vision and how brave and unapologetic she is , about what she stands for and who she is , it was a no-brainer to hire her . She cut through the noise and swirl with laser focus , brilliance and prophetic knowing catapulted me in a direction that feels 100% right for me . Where I am in my business right now , kristen is my go-to for all things business and life . There's no doubt about it . We need more coaches like her . So those are the two I wanted to share so you can kind of get a taste of what people have experienced on the back end . So I'm going to move into consulting .
Speaker 1This is a very different approach . In life coaching it's about guiding you towards self-discovery . Consulting is more about providing expertise and solutions . A consultant comes in with specialized knowledge to analyze problems and give you direct advice . So you see the difference there . It's more about problem solving and giving you expert recommendations If you're facing a challenge or need specific guidance on how to improve your business or a particular area of your life , then a consultant might be the right one you're looking for . I like to kind of narrow this down a little bit . Basically , think of a consultant as telling you what to do . A coach is asking you questions that pull I like to say pull out the gold in you that actually get you moving forward , because you find that a lot of times Holy Spirit's trying to reveal something and it actually catapults you forward , rather than me telling you what to do , not saying that that doesn't come into coaching . Sometimes there are times where I might get a prophetic word or something that might be in alignment with that season that somebody is in , that I can give a word of encouragement and or quote unquote advice .
Speaker 1And then there's counseling . We're going to move on to counseling . Counseling focuses on healing and emotional well-being , helping you process past experiences , emotional struggles or trauma . A counselor is trained to help you explore feelings and behaviors that might be holding you back and work through deeper psychological or emotional issues . It's especially important for mental health concerns and emotional distress . So if you're seeking healing from the past , counseling might be your best path .
Speaker 1So how do you know which one's right for you ? Well , it depends on where you are and what kind of support you're looking for . If you're ready to move forward , step into your potential and unlock your future , life coaching could be your perfect fit . And if you're ready to move forward , step into your potential and unlock your future , life coaching could be your perfect fit . And if you're not sure , don't worry .
Speaker 1I love , love , love . Connecting people to the right resources . Whether that's coaching with me or , I feel , someone else may be a better fit for your needs , I'll help point you in the right direction . After all , I'm often called a kingdom connector . So if this resonates with you , I'd love to chat and explore if coaching is the right fit for you . Let's unlock those new wings together and soar to new heights . Feel free to schedule a free soar with new wings . Call at newwingscoachingnet spelled out , or head to the show notes for the link . So I hope that this has been helpful today . Until next time , continue to be brave with your voices and soar with new wings . Have a great day . Bye .