posted 10th September 2024
The Lightbulb or "Aha" Moment
That sudden moment of clarity or enlightenment—when the next step toward a bigger goal or outcome becomes clear—can open the path to a wider vision.
No matter the subject, creative coaching can be the key to unlocking that door.
Why?
Because the brain is divided into two hemispheres, connected by a central nerve bundle that allows communication between them. Each hemisphere operates in different ways, which can sometimes cause internal conflict and confusion, leaving us stuck in a revolving door between the two.
The left hemisphere is vocal, enabling speech. It is consistent, analytical, and logical, defining a topic by labeling, naming, and categorizing.
The right hemisphere, by contrast, is silent. It’s where metaphor lives, along with non-verbal communication like facial expressions and gestures. It perceives the world as a flow—constantly changing and unique in every moment. This hemisphere is home to intuition and deduction, where insight arises through images, patterns, and instincts. It is open to interpretation and can suspend judgment.
Creative coaching helps engage the right hemisphere, allowing it to move forward and ignite that lightbulb—or “aha”—moment. This instant of clarity and insight can spark real progress toward any desired goal or outcome.
In the workplace, the “Aha” moment is vital for effective leadership and decision-making. It enables leaders to break free from habitual thinking patterns, see challenges from new perspectives, and make informed, confident choices. These insights foster innovation, improve problem-solving, and inspire teams, ultimately driving meaningful and strategic progress within organizations.
No previous creative experience is needed for creative coaching—just a genuine desire and commitment to change.
Source SHEATHER. Anne. "Coaching beyond words" . Routledge 2019
