The Interdependent relationship between self-knowledge, self-responsibility, and self-confidence in coaching

Self-knowledge, self-responsibility, and self-confidence are deeply interconnected in the coaching process. As clients gain deeper self-awareness, their confidence grows, and they become more willing to take responsibility for their choices and actions.
 
In turn, greater self-confidence and a sense of responsibility encourage clients to explore themselves further, creating a continuous cycle of growth. This iterative process strengthens each element—self-knowledge, self-responsibility, and self-confidence—reinforcing their interdependence.
 

 
Ultimately, key coaching outcomes—such as increased self-confidence and a stronger sense of responsibility—are not just results but essential parts of the coaching journey itself. As clients expand their self-knowledge, they learn to trust themselves, reinforcing their confidence and responsibility and fostering lasting personal growth.
 
Reference:
 
Griffiths, K. (2008). Discovering, applying and integrating self-knowledge: A grounded theory study of learning in life coaching (Ph.D). Centre for Learning Innovation, Queensland University of Technology. 

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