The Coach's Toolkit
Essential cheat sheets, scripts, and guides for navigating challenges.
Communication Tips Cheat Sheet
Effective ways to talk about symptoms without arguing.
The Golden Rule
Be Specific, Not Interpretive.
Describe exactly what you see, not what you think it means.
Don't Say (Vague)
- "She's acting manic."
- "He's really depressed."
- "Something's wrong."
Do Say (Specific)
- "She slept 3 hours, started two business plans, and spent $1,500."
- "He hasn't left bed in two days and hasn't showered."
- "I've noticed three specific changes: [list them]."
The "What, When, How Long" Framework
WHAT
Specific, observable behavior.
"She has been talking nonstop for 3 hours."
WHEN
Date/time it started.
"This started Tuesday morning."
HOW LONG
Duration or frequency.
"It has been going on for 4 days."