Program Overview
The Self-Paced Faith-Based Empathy Listening Coaching Program is a self-guided journey designed to help individuals develop empathetic listening skills, rooted in Biblical principles. Participants will learn to listen deeply, understand others with Christ-like love, and reflect on how God’s Word informs their ability to communicate compassionately.
Program Objectives
- Provide a faith-based framework for developing empathetic listening skills.
- Equip participants with tools to enhance communication, emotional intelligence, and empathy, guided by Biblical principles.
- Help participants grow spiritually as they develop their ability to listen with compassion and understanding.
Program Structure
Week 1: Introduction to Biblical Foundations of Empathetic Listening
Week 2: Active Listening Techniques with a Christian Foundation
Week 3: Emotional Intelligence and the Fruit of the Spirit
Week 4: Overcoming Barriers to Empathetic Listening
Week 5: Applying Empathy in Difficult Conversations
Week 6: Mid-Program Reflection and Self-Assessment
Week 7: Understanding Others Through Empathy
Week 8: Reflecting Christ’s Compassion in Listening
Week 9: Overcoming Judgment in Listening
Week 10: Navigating Conflict with Empathetic Listening
Week 11: Practicing Active Listening in Coaching Sessions
Week 12: Final Reflection and Next Steps
Program Components
a. Faith-Based Listening Self-Assessment
- A tool to assess personal listening habits, guided by scripture.
b. Active Listening Techniques Through a Christian Lens
- Exercises focused on practicing active listening while applying Biblical teachings.
c. Emotional Intelligence and Empathy Development with Biblical Guidance
- Worksheets and activities to grow emotional intelligence through Christian virtues.
d. Faith-Based Reflection Prompts and Prayer
- Journaling and prayer prompts to reflect on progress, challenges, and spiritual growth.
Program Duration and Flexibility
- Recommended Duration: 3–6 months, depending on individual pace.
- Self-Paced Timeline: Flexible and adaptable to personal schedules, with time for prayer and reflection built into the program.
Support Options
Although this is a self-paced program, clients may optionally access additional support via:
- Monthly Group Coaching Calls (Steps 2 Freedom).
- Email Support for Questions (available as an add-on service).
Curriculum
- 12 Sections
- 48 Lessons
- 12 Weeks
- Week 1: Introduction to Biblical Foundations of Empathetic Listening4
- Week 2: Active Listening Techniques with a Christian Foundation4
- Week 3: Emotional Intelligence and the Fruit of the Spirit4
- Week 4: Overcoming Barriers to Empathetic Listening4
- Week 5: Applying Empathy in Difficult Conversations4
- Week 6: Mid-Program Reflection and Self-Assessment4
- Week 7: Understanding Others Through Empathy4
- Week 8: Reflecting Christ’s Compassion in Listening4
- Week 9: Overcoming Judgment in Listening4
- Week 10: Navigating Conflict with Empathetic Listening4
- Week 11: Practicing Active Listening in Coaching Sessions4
- Week 12: Final Reflection and Next Steps4
