Coaching Revealed: an Institute of Coaching podcast – Psychological flexibility: Learning how we shape narratives with Dr Aprilia West
In this episode of Coaching Revealed, hosts Austin Matzelle and Emily Terrani sit down with Dr. Aprilia West to explore the science and application of psychological flexibility.
Aprilia also talks through her “Three M’s” framework for nurturing psychological flexibility:
- Mindfulness – Learning to sit with emotions rather than reacting impulsively.
- Mental agility – Expanding perspectives and breaking free from rigid thought patterns.
- Meaningful moves – Taking intentional, values-based actions despite emotional discomfort.
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DR APRILIA WEST has extensive experience as a psychologist, executive coach, trainer, and consultant giving her a niche understanding of human behaviour and how to facilitate wellbeing, peak performance, and prosocial change.
About The Coaching Revealed podcast
The Coaching Revealed podcast talks to coaches, researchers, and thought leaders so that they can share practical strategies and inspiring stories to help enhance coaching practices.
Through diving deep into the backgrounds of top thought leaders and revealing their science-based, and “secret” approaches to effective coaching, listeners gain actionable takeaways to help them reach new heights personally and professionally.
