Christian Coaching School Podcast

About Christian Coaching School Podcast

Join Dr. Leelo Bush, #1 recognized authority on Spirit-led, Christian Life Coaching for a weekly dose of Christian Life Coach training and continuing education, when you tune in to the Christian Coaching School Podcast©. Our mission is to introduce you to Christian Life Coaching and our school and also to offer graduates and more experienced coaches, continuing education opportunities.

Publisher

Dr. Leelo Bush, #1 Authority on Spirit-Led, Christian Life Coaching

Category

business · education

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

28 Apr 2016

Latest episode

14 Oct 2025

Latest episodes

47 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   14 Oct 2025

   A Spirit-Led Pause for Renewal

   Dr. Leelo Bush shares a heartfelt update with her listeners, announcing a pause in weekly episode production after nearly a decade of faith-driven encouragement and personal growth. Through reflection and prayer, she and her team are seeking God’s guidance for a renewed direction that better serves listeners’ spiritual and practical needs. This message offers reassurance, gratitude, and a reminder that peace and purpose remain available to all who walk with faith. 📘 What You’ll Learn Why Christian Coaching School is pausing to realign with God’s next steps. How reflection and prayer shape the direction of Spirit-led work. Ways to continue finding peace and growth during seasons of waiting. Where to stay connected with Dr. Bush and the Courageous Christian Coaching Tribe community. 💬 Quotable Moment “Remember, you’re not meant to carry life’s burdens alone. Peace is possible, even in uncertainty.” — Dr. Leelo Bush 📖 Scriptures Mentioned / Implied While no verses are directly cited, the tone and message reflect: Philippians 4:7 — “And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.” Isaiah 26:3 — “You will keep in perfect peace those whose minds are steadfast, because they trust in you.” Resources PCCCA Courses: https://pccca.org/courses/ Healing the Grieving Brain Guide: https://griefcoachu.com/healing/ The Comprehensive Christian Coach Handbook (Dr. Leelo Bush): Amazon link Courageous Christian Coaching Tribe (Facebook group): facebook.com/groups/courageouschristiancoachingtribe

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   7 Oct 2025

   Inner Peace

   In a world overwhelmed by fear, chaos, and constant noise, Dr. Leelo Bush offers a Spirit-led guide to cultivating unshakable inner peace. She unpacks daily practices—rooted in Scripture, neuroscience, and practical coaching tools—that help you remain calm, grounded, and God-focused even in the middle of life’s storms. This episode empowers Christian coaches and believers to anchor themselves in Christ’s peace and model it for others. 📌 What You’ll Learn Why true peace doesn’t come from circumstances but from Christ within you Practical routines (morning, reset, evening) to strengthen inner calm How neuroscience supports biblical thought renewal and peace practices Simple reframing tools to replace anxiety with trust and clarity Daily “peace plans” to pre-train your mind before chaos strikes 💬 Quotable Moment “Peace doesn’t mean the storm stops. It means you can remain steady in the middle of it.” CHRISTIAN COACHING SCHOOL - SEA… 📖 Scriptures Mentioned Philippians 4:8 – “Think on things that are true, noble, pure, praiseworthy.” John 14:27 – “Peace I leave with you, my peace I give to you.” Resources PCCCA Courses: https://pccca.org/courses/ Healing the Grieving Brain Guide: https://griefcoachu.com/healing/ The Comprehensive Christian Coach Handbook (Dr. Leelo Bush): Amazon link Courageous Christian Coaching Tribe (Facebook group): facebook.com/groups/courageouschristiancoachingtribe Full Clean Transcript This morning when I came out of the kitchen, Evan was already making coffee. He told me how he had somewhat of a sleep disturbed night. He'd been watching the news about the latest FBI investigations into the Charlie Kirk assassination and related discussions. He mentioned the saber rattling among various countries. Not to mention the two hurricanes off the coast of Florida, where we live. This is our world today. Lots of drama and fear mongering from the media, as well as concerns for our future and ensuring we treat situations with wisdom and justice. It's a lot. And to be clear, Evan didn't tell me these things to upset me. It was just a matter of fact. This is what's going on, and it's a pretty safe guess you have similar thoughts and conversations in your own life. Today's episode will hopefully bring some relief. Welcome to the Christian Coaching School podcast. I'm your host, Doctor Leelo Bush. I'm a master coach, author, curriculum creator, and the number one authority on Spirit-led Christian coaching. I've trained tens of thousands worldwide since 2003, and if you are ready to uplevel your skills, find greater fulfillment, and employ the most powerful coaching available to mankind, let's go. Today, I want to talk with you about something we all crave: inner peace. We may each describe it differently, but at its core, inner peace is that deep sense of calm and steadiness in your soul, no matter what's happening around you. It's when you can sit in the middle of life's storms and still feel grounded. Some of us refer to this as being unbothered. People sometimes ask me, “Don’t you care?” with some kind of frustration in their voice. Of course I care. But I have learned to maintain my peace 98% of the time. Hey, no one's perfect. Then I feel compelled to convince them I do care, but I have peace. I can see how it's hard to understand, especially when someone is in the middle of being very upset. And let's be honest. Inner peace doesn't just show up and stay without effort. There are so many things in our daily lives that get in the way of it. For example, maybe you're lying in bed at night and your mind won't stop racing about bills, a strained relationship, or an uncertain future. Or you walk into the office and before you've even had your coffee, someone's negative attitude, or a flood of emails, sends your stress level through the roof. Sometimes it's our own choices, like saying yes to every request until our schedules are packed so tightly we can't breathe. Other times, it's unexpected—a medical diagnosis, a sudden loss, or a crisis that seems to turn your world upside down. Even subtle things chip away at peace. Social media can leave you comparing yourself to others and feeling less than. The news cycle constantly bombards us with fear and negativity. And let's not forget the small daily frustrations like traffic jams, computer glitches, or even the tone of voice from someone we love that pile up and make us feel frazzled. These interruptions can shift our focus from what matters to what's urgent, leaving us restless and depleted. So what can you do when you're in the middle of chaos and your peace feels threatened? First, take a pause. Step back, even if only for a few minutes, and breathe slowly and deeply. It tells your nervous system that you are safe, which immediately begins to calm your body and mind. Second, reframe your thoughts. Instead of “I can't handle this,” try telling yourself, “I don't have to solve everything at once. I can take the next step.” That small shift in perspective can reduce the weight that you are carrying. You can also practice selective focus. If the news, social media, or even certain people constantly unsettle you, give yourself permission to step away for a while. Silence your phone. Close the laptop. Or create a peace zone in your home where you can retreat and reset. And then anchor yourself spiritually. Whisper a prayer. Open your Bible to a favorite verse or play worship music. These reminders reconnect you to God's presence where true peace is found. Remember that peace doesn't mean the storm stops. It means you can remain steady in the middle of it. Choosing peace in small, deliberate ways, whether by journaling your thoughts, taking a walk in nature, or simply sitting in gratitude, creates resilience. And over time, these practices turn chaos into calm and fear into trust. There's another key to holding on to your peace, and that's what modern neuroscience teaches us about the power of daily thought work. Every time you practice calming your mind, shifting your focus, or reframing your thoughts, you're literally training your brain. Just like lifting weights builds muscle, rehearsing peaceful responses builds stronger neural pathways that make it easier to stay calm when new challenges arise. If you only try to find peace in the middle of a crisis, it feels almost impossible because your brain is in survival mode. But if you've already practiced day by day how to slow your breathing, choose better thoughts, and remind yourself of truth, then when chaos hits, you're not scrambling. You've already laid down the mental track for how you will respond. Instead of reacting with panic or frustration, your brain has a plan. You have rehearsed it, and you know what to do. Over time, this consistent thought work helps your peace become second nature, something that you can carry into every situation. Now let me teach you how to do that thought work step by step so that you are ready before the next wave hits. This is actually a set of short routines you can do at various times of the day. The morning routine takes about five minutes. Sit tall. Inhale for a count of four. Hold for a count of two and exhale for a count of six. Do this three times. Ask, “What's my loudest thought right now?” and say it out loud. Name the emotion it creates and rate it 0 to 10 with ten being the greatest. Now reframe: “What's a truer, more helpful way to see this?” Craft one sentence you can believe. Anchor it with truth—a short scripture or phrase. For example: “Peace I leave with you” or “I only need the next right step.” My personal favorite is: “I am happy, healthy, calm, and peaceful.” I close my eyes and repeat this to myself at least three times in a row. Then you pick one micro action that matches your reframe. Send the email, put the bill on your calendar, or set a boundary for your time. It's also crucial to preplan your triggers, and this takes about two minutes. Think of one likely stressor today—traffic, a tough conversation, a tech issue. Create an if-then peace plan: “If the meeting gets tense, then I will slow my breathing, lower my voice, and say, ‘Let's pause so I can respond thoughtfully.’” Visualize yourself doing it once, start to finish. We also need an in-the-moment reset, and this takes about 90 seconds. When chaos hits, pause. Take two slow breaths. Name it: “This is frustration.” Normalize it: “It's human to feel this.” Neutralize it with a simple thought: “I only need the next step.” Then take the next right step—a boundary statement, a short walk, or a single small task that moves things forward. And we can end the day with an evening lock-in that takes about three minutes. Ask yourself, “Where did I keep my peace today?” and celebrate one win. Also note one place you might have lost your peace. Rewrite that moment with a better thought and a simple if-then: “If this happens, then I will do that or think that or say that next time.” End with gratitude for three specific things, no matter how small. If you practice these tiny reps every day, your brain learns your peace plan on autopilot. When new drama pops up, you've already rehearsed how to handle it calmly, clearly, and with the presence of God guiding your response. So how do you create more inner peace in your life overall? It begins with recognizing that peace is not found in circumstances. It's found in how we respond to them. Philippians 4:8 reminds us to think on things that are true, noble, pure, and praiseworthy. That kind of intentional focus shifts our heart from anxiety to rest. And Jesus said in John 14:27, “Peace I leave with you. My peace I give to you.” His peace is not fragile. It's steady, supernatural, and available to us right now. If you practice these small shifts, thought by thought, day by day, you will begin to notice that peace becomes your default, not the exception. Thank you so much for listening today. And if this episode encouraged you, I invite you to subscribe so you don't miss future episodes. And if you feel called to go deeper, maybe even help others find joy and peace, you will love the training and certification programs we offer at PCCCA. You can learn more at PCCCA.org/courses. I am Doctor Leelo Bush and you have been listening to the Christian Coaching School podcast. Until next time, walk in peace that cannot be shaken. Before you go, I want to personally invite you to join our private Facebook group, The Courageous Christian Coaching Tribe. This is where bold, Spirit-led coaches and aspiring coaches gather to grow, get equipped, and stay encouraged together. Inside you will find exclusive tips, training, supportive community, and the kind of Kingdom-minded conversations you just can't find anywhere else. If you're feeling called to coach, or if you want to stay sharp in your calling, this is your place. Our group culture is each one, bring one—so invite a friend to join you. The more the merrier. Just go to facebook.com/groups/courageouschristiancoachingtribe. Or simply tap the link in the show notes. But don't wait, because the sooner you join, the sooner we can start pouring into you. And I will see you inside the tribe.

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   30 Sept 2025

   Charlie Kirk's Legacy for Christian Coaches and Leaders

   In this episode, Dr. Leelo Bush reflects on the power of conviction and courage, drawing inspiration from Charlie Kirk’s “Never Surrender” message. She parallels his example with the calling of Christian coaches, counselors, and leaders to live and teach boldly, even through difficult times and opposition. Dr. Bush shares practical coaching tools rooted in Scripture to help clients clarify convictions, transform grief into purpose, practice courage, and leave a Christ-centered legacy. What You’ll Learn Why courage and conviction are essential for Christian coaching and leadership Four tools to help clients grow: Conviction Clarifier, Grief-to-Purpose Mapping, Courage Role Play, and Legacy Letter How to guide others in transforming personal loss into Kingdom purpose How Scripture anchors resilience, authenticity, and boldness in coaching practice The importance of living with conviction and modeling Christlike courage Quotable Moments “One life lived with conviction can awaken a generation.” CHRISTIAN COACHING SCHOOL - SEA… “Grief becomes the soil for new growth.” CHRISTIAN COACHING SCHOOL - SEA… “Never surrender to fear, never surrender to grief, and never surrender your calling.” CHRISTIAN COACHING SCHOOL - SEA… Scriptures Mentioned Joshua 1:9 – “Be strong and courageous…” 2 Timothy 1:7 – “God has not given us a spirit of fear…” Hebrews 12 – “Run with perseverance, fixing our eyes on Jesus…” Resources PCCCA Courses: https://pccca.org/courses/ Healing the Grieving Brain Guide: https://griefcoachu.com/healing/ The Comprehensive Christian Coach Handbook (Dr. Leelo Bush): Amazon link Courageous Christian Coaching Tribe (Facebook group): facebook.com/groups/courageouschristiancoachingtribe Full Transcript Charlie Kirk once said, “If you believe in something, you need to have the courage to fight for those ideas, not run away from them, or try and silence them.” Those words capture the heart of what I want to share with you today. This is more than a tribute to Charlie Kirk. It’s a conversation about how his message of courage and conviction can inspire us as Christian coaches, counselors, and ministry leaders. This is today’s topic. Welcome to the Christian Coaching School podcast. I’m your host, Dr. Leelo Bush. I’m a master coach, author, curriculum creator, and the number one authority on Spirit-led Christian coaching. I’ve trained tens of thousands worldwide since 2003. And if you are ready to uplevel your skills, find greater fulfillment, and employ the most powerful coaching available to mankind—let’s go. Welcome, friends. I’m Dr. Leelo Bush, your host. I pioneered Spirit-led Christian life coaching more than 20 years ago and wrote the first comprehensive Christian coaching handbook, now in its second edition. Through my academies and training programs, I have helped believers around the world discover how to coach and counsel with the wisdom of Scripture, the guidance of the Holy Spirit, and the tools of transformation that change lives. I’m honored to have you with me today. Charlie poured his heart into building a movement to save America. He believed in young people. He believed in ordinary Americans. And he believed that even in our darkest hours, America was the beacon of goodness, freedom, and truth. And he gave his life for that. Our task now is not only to protect what he built, but to grow it bigger, stronger, and bolder than anyone ever thought possible. And look around you—it’s happening. God took his one voice, and when the enemy came against him, multiplied it thousands and thousands of times greater. As a first-generation American and daughter of parents who fled communism, faith, freedom, and opportunity are hallmarks to everything I do and believe in. Charlie lived his life with boldness. He was unafraid to step into the public square and declare what he believed to be true. His motto, as his family shared, was “Never surrender.” He knew what it meant to take the heat, to endure criticism, and to keep going. Whether or not we agreed with him on every point, there was no denying that he embodied a spirit of courage that calls all of us higher. He leaves behind a legacy of boldness and impact, reminding us that one life lived with conviction can awaken a generation. For me, his life echoes the same conviction that God placed in my heart years ago when He called me to pioneer Christian life coaching. I remember when the idea of Spirit-led coaching was new, even unrecognized. And when it emerged, there was opposition from the old guard who thought coaching this way was too spiritual, too radical. There was no roadmap but the one God gave me. Yes, He gave me the vision, and I wrote the first Spirit-led Christian coaching textbook so that believers everywhere could have a biblical, Spirit-filled foundation for helping others. Since then, thousands have been trained, certified, and sent into the world as coaches and counselors who carry Christ’s love and transformation to countless lives. That work continues today through many programs: Christian life coaching, Christian counseling, grief coaching, stress relief coaching, wellness, and so much more. These are all branches of the same tree that God planted in me. At the conclusion of this episode, I encourage you to visit the Academy. I know you have many options when it comes to training, and yes, you can invest far more or far less than our tuition. But here’s the truth: you won’t find training of greater value anywhere, at any price. Why am I so confident? Since I pioneered Spirit-led Christian coaching in 2003 and literally wrote the book on it, we have never stopped refining, improving, and aligning our programs with the unchanging, infallible Word of God. The results speak for themselves. Our students’ lives are transformed, and through them God’s power ripples outward, impacting families, communities, and nations for His glory. This is why so many of our graduates return again and again for more training. They know what we offer simply cannot be found anywhere else. In addition, we are honored to provide financial support opportunities, including tuition assistance for veterans and the Kingdom Impact Scholarship Program. Remember: God calls us to be evenly yoked in our relationships, in business, and even more importantly, in who we choose to learn from. Select your training with the same discernment you would use to choose your church. It’s that important. Visit PCCCA.org/courses. While you’re there, explore our programs. Pray for guidance, and when you’re ready, enroll with confidence knowing you have found the right place. Your calling to impact lives is too important to wait. And when I reflect on Charlie Kirk’s “Never Surrender” message, I see a bridge between his example and what we are called to do in coaching and counseling. He showed what it looks like to stand firm in public life. We are called to help people stand firm in their personal lives in the face of grief, loss, confusion, or pressure to compromise their values. Our role is to give clients the tools to find their courage, to clarify their convictions, and to live in a way that builds a legacy for Christ. So let’s make this practical. One tool you can use is something I call the Conviction Clarifier. Invite your client or group to write down three values they will not surrender no matter what. Ask them: if your life were on display, what would you want people to see about you? Then help them define behaviors that show those values and identify what it would look like to compromise them. When they put those convictions into clear words, it becomes a compass for their life. Another tool is what I call the Grief-to-Purpose Mapping. All of us have experienced loss. Instead of letting grief silence us, we can let it fuel us. Ask your client: what did you lose, and what did you gain in strength or insight because of it? Then challenge them to map one concrete action that channels that new strength into serving others—maybe it’s writing a book, starting a group, or simply encouraging someone who is hurting. In this way, grief becomes the soil for new growth. You can also practice what I call the Courage Role Play. Create a scenario where your client feels pressured to back down or stay silent. Play the role of that pressure. Then let them practice standing firm calmly and respectfully. Afterwards, debrief what felt strong and what felt shaky. This helps them prepare to live out their convictions in real life with grace and confidence. And then one of my favorite exercises is the Legacy Letter. Invite your client to imagine writing a letter to a future grandchild, describing the kind of life they lived and the values they stood for. This draws their focus away from the stress of today and helps them live in a way that their future self and future generations will admire. Scripture reinforces every one of these tools. Joshua 1:9 tells us, “Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid. Do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.” Second Timothy 1:7 says, “God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power, love, and a sound mind.” And Hebrews 12 reminds us to run with perseverance, fixing our eyes on Jesus, who endured opposition so that we would not grow weary. Those words anchor us as we encourage others to never surrender. So the question is: who do we need to become? If our lives were held up as examples the way Charlie Kirk’s is now, what would people see? Would they see courage or compromise? Would they see faith or fear? Would they see a legacy that points to Christ, or a life that’s simply drifting along? As Christian coaches, counselors, and leaders, we are called to embody courageous conviction, spiritual authenticity, resilience, rest, and legacy-minded living. That means we must walk the talk, so that when people look at us, they don’t just hear words—they see a life that demonstrates what is possible in Christ. So here’s my challenge to you: define one conviction you will never surrender. Write it down. Share it with someone you trust. And then live it out this week in a tangible way. Help your clients and groups do the same. Teach them to clarify their convictions, to transform grief into purpose, to practice courage, and to think about the legacy they will leave. As we close, let’s return once more to Charlie’s words: “If you believe in something, you need to have the courage to fight for those ideas, not run away from them, or try and silence them.” Let’s take that to heart, not only in the public arena, but in the private battles of life—in the moments of grief, and in the coaching sessions where we help others rise to their calling. Let’s pray. Lord, we thank You for examples of courage that stir us to live more boldly. Teach us to never surrender to fear or compromise, but to stand firm in truth, to comfort those who mourn, and to raise up leaders who will impact the world for Your glory. May our lives be legacies that point to Christ. In Jesus’ name, Amen. Until next time, remember this: never surrender to fear, never surrender to grief, and never surrender your calling. Live with conviction, coach with courage, and leave a legacy that will echo for generations. Before you go, I want to personally invite you to join our private Facebook group, The Courageous Christian Coaching Tribe. This is where bold, Spirit-led coaches and aspiring coaches gather to grow, get equipped, and stay encouraged together. Inside you will find exclusive tips, training, supportive community, and the kind of Kingdom-minded conversations you just can’t find anywhere else. If you’re feeling called to coach, or if you want to stay sharp in your calling, this is your place. Our group culture is each one, bring one—so invite a friend to join you. The more the merrier. Just go to facebook.com/groups/courageouschristiancoachingtribe (no spaces). Or just tap the link in the show notes. But don’t wait, because the sooner you join, the sooner we can start pouring into you. And I will see you inside the Tribe.

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