The Benefits of Mentoring

The Benefits of Mentoring

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In my different careers, I learned best through mentoring with someone I felt was interested in supporting a learning environment and helping me improve performance, accelerate growth, develop greater skills, and so much more. I was curious, took a proactive approach to enhance my growth, and was receptive to feedback. There were discussions and probing questions rather than being told what to do, so mentors could share their wisdom, expertise, and perspectives. There was a goal-oriented partnership agreed upon towards specific outcomes when the relationship was most beneficial, because one of the key aspects of this mentoring experience was developing a long-term relationship with dialogue and feedback. A knowledge transfer was developed in which the mentor shared their wisdom and abilities, and we both respected what we brought to the table.

As a Mentee, or one who is mentored, I prepared myself to learn and was responsible for initiating action in a collaborative relationship to elevate my skills. Now, as a mentor of others, following in the footsteps of those who were able to facilitate my developing skills, the ability to be present with another, to witness and support them in their growth process, not only continues my own mentoring but also provides personal satisfaction in helping and supporting others in their journey. It really doesn’t matter what your field is: arts, healing, or professional development, when working in government or education, the list is endless on how to improve outcomes and relationships. It works whether in careers or personal development, improving the quality of communications and life in general. Each benefits in the exchange, so what are you waiting for?

“The greatest good you can do for another is not just to share your riches but to reveal to him his own.” – Benjamin Disraeli

What is your passion? What are you interested in to further your skills, personal or professional? We are not islands unto ourselves; we are stronger when we work together collaboratively with respect, as we all bring our knowledge from our lived lives to enhance and improve the quality of life for all.

“The sole purpose of human existence is to kindle a light in the darkness of mere being.” – Carl Jung

Each person needs to address how they learn best and, at that moment, respect that to find their way forward. There are so many who can share and support you in your process, rather than wanting to control and hold on to your one way of doing things. Dr. Feldenkrais asked, Can you do what you do in at least three different ways to find flexibility in mind and body?

“I tore myself away from the safe comfort of certainties through my love for the truth: and truth rewarded me.” – Simone de Beauvior (French philosopher and writer)

I look forward to offering another intimate Feldenkrais Practitioner Advanced Training (FPAT) this year for trainees and practitioners. And for those in the public interested in finding other ways to maneuver that sense and feel there is more than the skills you were taught, how to continue your curiosity and find more options to move more freely. We are continually changing, growing, and regressing, so get curious and find more ways to enhance the quality of your life outside your known habitual way of being. You are always in control, in the driver’s seat. Whether you are the public looking for other options outside your known ones, or trainees and practitioners, whether in Feldenkrais or other modalities, reach out to see what else is out there to support you in your journey. It is my passion and pleasure to welcome you to sensing and feeling something remarkable and possible.

I hope I’ve earned the privilege of your time and attention this week.

Warmest,

Peggi