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Coaching and Positive Psychology

Coaching and Positive Psychology

Valorie Burton, CaPP Institute 31 Episodes May 29, 2026

This podcast explores personal growth through coaching and positive psychology. Host Valorie Burton, a bestselling author and founder of the Coaching and Positive Psychology Institute, offers practical inspiration and how-to advice. Each episode features engaging conversations designed to help listeners build a life they love and assist others in doing the same.

Episodes

How to Make Decisions That Actually Align With Your Values May 29, 2026 1211 Have you ever achieved a goal that looked successful on the outside… but didn’t actually feel fulfilling? Or found yourself saying yes to things that quietly drained your energy, peace, or sense of purpose?In this episode of The Coaching and Positive Psychology Podcast, Valorie Burton shares why clarity about your values changes everything. When you understand what you truly stand for, you make be
4 Coaching Questions That Build Resilience and Emotional Strength May 23, 2026 976 Have you ever noticed how quickly one difficult moment can spiral into a flood of negative thoughts? One disappointment, one stressful moment, one uncertain situation… and suddenly your mind is telling a story that leaves you feeling overwhelmed and stuck.In this episode of The Coaching and Positive Psychology Podcast, Valorie Burton shares 4 powerful coaching questions that can help you interrupt
Stop Giving Advice. Start Creating Awareness. May 16, 2026 841 What if the answers people need are already within them, they just need the space to discover them?In this episode of The Coaching and Positive Psychology Podcast, we explore why coaching is less about having the right answers and more about creating awareness through powerful questions and meaningful conversations.We discuss the difference between advice and coaching, why great leaders resist the
The Trap of Overachieving and How to Refocus on What Matters Mar 25, 2026 1190 What if the pressure to achieve more is actually pulling you away from what matters most? In this final episode of this limited series of The Coaching and Positive Psychology Podcast, we explore the difference between high achieving and overachieving and why so many high performers struggle to define what “enough” really looks like. We talk about how to recognize when your drive is aligned with pu
Leadership Lessons That Turn Experience into Influence Mar 12, 2026 1921 What if some of your most powerful leadership lessons were learned long before your career began? In this episode of The Coaching and Positive Psychology Podcast, I’m joined by executive coach, leadership expert, and CaPP Institute faculty member L. Michelle Smith to explore the surprising cultural roots of transformational leadership. We talk about how early experiences shape the way we lead, why
Why Coaching Skills Are Becoming Essential at Work Jan 26, 2026 739 Coaching skills are changing how teams communicate and solve problems. This episode features Alexis Murray, Level 2 Program Manager, as we explore why employers now see coaching as essential rather than optional.Learn more at https://cappinstitute.com/
What Separates Professional Coaches From Every Other “Coach”? Jan 26, 2026 1024 Anyone can call themselves a coach. Very few practice coaching at a professional level. In this episode, you will learn what legit coaches do differently and why standards matter for results and credibility.Learn more at https://cappinstitute.com/
Every Challenge Is a Coaching Opportunity Jan 26, 2026 761 What if the problems you’re facing right now aren’t obstacles—but invitations? In this episode, I share how coaching became my lifeline during one of the hardest seasons of my life, and how learning to coach myself transformed everything.Learn more at https://cappinstitute.com/
The Skeptic’s Guide to Coaching Nov 30, 2022 1431 A lot of people are skeptical about Coaching.  CaPP Institute founder Valorie Burton used to be one of those people.  In this episode, she answers the most common questions people have about whether coaching works, and why it matters at all.Learn more at https://cappinstitute.com/
Coaching vs. Counseling, Mentoring, and Consulting Nov 30, 2022 955 Coaching as a profession is only about three decades old. This makes it the new kid on the block, which means it is often misunderstood. In this episode of the Coaching and Positive Psychology podcast, CaPP Institute founder Valorie Burton explains the critical differences between coaching and other helping professions. These differences are essential for any coach to understand, and this podcast
Why Coaches Should Study Positive Psychology Nov 30, 2022 862 What is the academic foundation for Coaching? Is there research to back up whether or not coaching works? In this episode of the Coaching and Positive Psychology podcast, CaPP Institute founder Valorie Burton sheds light on why it is so important for coaches to study the science of human flourishing, and learn to incorporate it into their coaching approach to maximize results for clients.Learn mor
8-Point Checklist for Choosing the Right Coach Training Program Nov 30, 2022 955 Figuring out the best coach training program for you can feel overwhelming. There are a ton of programs, promises and even industry jargon that can get confusing. In this episode, CaPP Institute founder Valorie Burton identifies for you eight key indicators that a coach training program is right for you.Learn more at https://cappinstitute.com 

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