Coaching The Elephant

Coaching The Elephant

Navigate life’s complexities with clarity and confidence. Join experienced coach Rene Sonneveld as he shares powerful perspectives and actionable insights for personal growth, harmonious family dynamics, and effective leadership.

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May 11, 2026 5 mins

This article is an examination of the common ground between high-level sports and the corporate world, focusing on how trust in preparation restores flow under pressure.

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This post is a closing reflection on a six-part series, emphasizing that confidence is not a final destination but a daily choice to act despite doubt.

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May 11, 2026 8 mins

This article is an exploration of self-awareness and how two invisible forces—the story we tell ourselves and the story we believe others see—shape our behavior.

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This article is a personal piece on the birth of children and the importance of deep presence over the "busyness" of life.

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This post is a reminder to seek alignment and presence in daily life rather than building a lifestyle that requires escape.

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This article is an illustration of how belief and inner ownership drive team performance, using a scene from the film Invictus.

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May 7, 2026 6 mins

This episode is a discussion on the emotional challenges of succession, specifically when a founder struggles to relinquish authority.

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May 7, 2026 6 mins

This article is an analysis of how a leader's exit style shapes organizational stability and the success of their successor.

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May 7, 2026 7 mins

This post is an exploration of why adaptability and embodied practice are more vital than strategy in high-pressure situations.

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May 7, 2026 4 mins

This episode is a New Year’s reflection on the inevitability of failed plans and finding courage in moments of feeling lost.

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This post is an encouragement to lower the threshold for joy by finding pleasure in small, everyday moments rather than waiting for big successes.

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May 7, 2026 7 mins

This episode is a reflection on how true possibility comes from releasing old identities and making space for new growth.

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This post is an inquiry into the practice of authenticity and the necessity of setting boundaries instead of editing oneself for others.

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This article is an examination of the discipline of truly living rather than merely existing, inspired by James Bond and Jack London.

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May 7, 2026 8 mins

This post is a warning against the trap of postponing satisfaction until goals are met, emphasizing the importance of showing up daily.

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This article is a discussion on how letting go of material comfort and making personal sacrifices can unlock focus and a deeper sense of purpose.

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May 7, 2026 7 mins

This post is an exploration of inner steadiness and the quiet power of self-belief, using the metaphor of a tiny twig holding a massive rock.

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May 7, 2026 4 mins

This article is a reflection on finding clarity through action rather than planning, inspired by a recent walk with my daughter.

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August 25, 2025 6 mins

This post discusses the dangers of defining oneself by external roles and titles, arguing that such a fragile identity can lead to a sense of being lost when those things are gone. It introduces the Core Identity Model, which advocates for building a resilient sense of self based on one's core values, rather than on performance or labels.

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August 25, 2025 6 mins

This article explores grief not just as a response to death, but to any profound loss that shatters a person's sense of identity. It uses the Kübler-Ross Change Curve as a non-linear map to navigate loss, emphasizing that healing is about walking alongside others in pain, not about finding a quick fix.

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