Life Coaching and Workshops
to Transform the Lives of Clergy
"Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing
of your minds, so that you may discern what is the will of God"
Romans 12:2
The Wholeness Wheel
Martin Luther said, “This life, therefore, is not godliness but the process of becoming godly, not health but getting well, not being but becoming, not rest but exercise. We are not now what we shall be, but we are on the way.” We can’t be “whole” in this life, but we can become acquainted with the wholeness to come by striving to live well in key aspects of our lives. The Wholeness Wheel is a tool we can use to understand whole-person health.
Physical well-being
While we are not all born perfectly healthy or able to live life without injury or illness, we can live well with tending and nurturing. Honor your body as a gift from God. Feed it healthy foods, keep it hydrated, build your physical endurance through regular exercise and respect your body’s need for rest.Financial well-being
In all aspects of well-being we are called to be stewards. Good financial stewards make decisions based on their values, which is evident in the way they save, spend and share. This understanding of stewardship embraces resilience, sustainability and generosity.Emotional well-being
Being emotionally well means feeling the full range of human emotions and expressing them appropriately. Self awareness is the first step. Recognizing and honoring your own feelings and those of others — stress, contentment, anger, love, sadness, joy, resentment -— will help you live life abundantly.Social/Interpersonal well-being
We were created by God to be social beings, living in community and instructed to help and love each other. Make time to build and maintain social well-being through interaction, play and forgiveness. Take time to nurture your relationships with family, friends, congregation and coworkers.Intellectual well-being
A mind is a terrible thing to waste. Using our minds keeps them alert and active. Stay curious, ask questions, seek answers. Explore new responsibilities, experience new things and keep an open mind. And remember, knowing when and how to let your mind rest is as important as keeping it active.Vocational well-being
We all have a calling –- a vocation –- to follow Christ’s example, living a life of meaning, purpose and service to our neighbor. Our vocations are our life’s work and passions – our everyday roles through which God calls us to help make this world a better place. Those who are well vocationally are faithful stewards of their talents and abilities, and find opportunities to build and use them.Spiritual well-being
Living a centered life focused on God affects each aspect of our well-being. Turn to God for strength as you seek to live well in Christ. Nurture your relationship with God through prayer, devotions, worship, nature, art and music. Explore who you are and know whose you are.
The Wholeness Wheel was copyrighted by the InterLutheran Coordinating Committee on Ministerial Health and Wellness of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA) and the Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod in 1997. Financial well-being was added to the wheel in 2008. Used with permission. For additional wellness resources, click here to visit the ELCA Board of Pensions site.
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E-book
While not written specifically for clergy, The Butterfly Principles: 9 Steps to Transform Your Life is an e-book I wrote that is a helpful guide for anyone seeking to make significant changes. Click here for more details.
Books
Click here for a list of recommended books.
Websites
Click here for a list of recommended websites.
Wholeness Wheel
Click here to view the wholeness wheel and an explanation of each of its components. How balanced is your life? Which areas need more attention?