Coaches Rising Blog

Part reflection, part inquiry, and part practical exploration, the Coaches Rising Blog examines what these times are asking of us as coaches, leaders, and human beings. Through essays and teachings, we explore consciousness, embodiment, presence, and the capacities that help us meet an uncertain world with greater wisdom, aliveness, and care.

Joel Monk Co-founder Coaches Rising

Uncertainty, Aliveness, Community

Jun 22, 2026

One of our natural impulses as humans is to seek safety. We want solid ground beneath our feet. Some of us want to know what’s coming, and others want adventure, but we all want some assurance that things will work out. The world hasn’t allowed that for some time. The level of uncertainty is high. […]

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Where inner work meets outer work

Jun 15, 2026

I recently had a conversation with Staci Haines that challenged me in an unexpected way. Staci’s work explores the relationship between inner transformation and social change. And as we spoke, I noticed something uncomfortable in myself. I feel like one of the main challenges we face today is the massive increase in polarization. I don’t […]

Shadow as a doorway to growth

Jun 8, 2026

For years I struggled with speaking to groups. I felt so vulnerable. I would get anxious, stumble my words, and rush through presentations. And when it was over, I would feel so frustrated with myself.. If I could just be more confident… If I could just get rid of the anxiety… I was in a […]

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