In a recent episode of the “What I Want to Know” podcast, Megan Bartlett, founder of the Center for Healing and Justice through Sport, shares insights that every coach and parent should hear.
What is Healing-Centered Coaching?
Megan introduces the concept of healing-centered coaching, an approach that prioritizes the emotional and psychological well-being of young athletes. Unlike traditional coaching, which often zeroes in on performance, healing-centered coaching is about creating an environment where kids feel safe to express themselves, process their emotions, and develop resilience. It’s about recognizing the impact of stress and trauma and using sports as a tool to foster healing and personal growth.
Episode in a Snapshot
1. Holistic Development: Bartlett’s insights remind us that sports aren’t just about physical fitness—they’re a powerful medium for emotional and social development.
2. Practical Tips: Learn how to create a supportive environment that helps kids not just play better, but also feel better.
3. Long-Lasting Impact: Discover how a healing-centered approach can equip young athletes with life skills that extend far beyond the field.
The Bottom Line
This podcast isn’t just another resource—it’s a blueprint for how to coach and parent in a way that truly benefits young athletes. Megan’s approach to healing-centered coaching offers a fresh, research-backed perspective on how sports can be a powerful tool for growth and resilience.
Listen to this episode, embrace the principles of healing-centered coaching, and watch your young athletes not just succeed, but thrive.
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Looking for more resources? Make sure to check out the NHLS playbook, a toolkit for coaches that breaks down brain-based coaching and provides healing-centered sport practice plans and sport-specific coaching examples. Want to chat more? Email us at team@chjs.org