Author: Chen Xing
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Coaching the Uncommunicable: A Reflection of Kierkegaard’s Fear and Trembling
Some clients come to coaching with goals, timelines, and clear action steps. Others arrive with something else entirely—an unspeakable weight, a dilemma that defies resolution. Perhaps it’s the loss of a loved one. Perhaps it’s a faith crisis. Or perhaps it’s a situation at work that cannot be fixed—only endured. They know, somehow, that they…
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Coaching, the Unconscious, and the Enigma of the Other: Reflections from the work of Jean Laplanche
In coaching, we often begin with a simple question: “What would you like to work on today?” The client is centered. Their goals, values, and desires are honoured. Rightly so—this is foundational to good coaching. But sometimes, as conversations unfold, a deeper complexity begins to stir. A client may say, “I don’t know why I…
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When Swiping Becomes Too Tiring – The Vision for ThinkMeetLove
Modern dating is increasingly shaped by digital innovation. From dating apps to matchmaking services, the process of meeting a potential partner has transformed drastically. As noted by Finkel et al. (2012), online dating platforms have become a dominant mode of romantic initiation, overtaking traditional face-to-face settings. Algorithms now claim to help us find love. The…
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So I do not ask why — Testimony of Rev Samuel Shaw
My wife and I recently completed our in-depth study of the book of Job. In our study, we reflected upon Job’s sudden predicament and everything that followed. Though the bulk of the book is made up of Job’s his conversations with his friends, the highlight of the book is rooted in what God has to…
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Sim Chen Xing 