Frequently Asked Questions
What is an ontological coach?
An ontological coach is a professional who accompanies people through processes of profound transformation, working on their being so that they can achieve their goals from a new way of seeing, feeling and acting. Based on an approach that understands that language, emotions and the body are closely related and determine the way we interpret the world and relate to it.
Through powerful questions, active listening and meaningful conversations, the coach helps the person discover their own resources, connect with their essence and open up new possibilities for action that generate sustainable change.
How does an ontological coach work?
Deep active listening: Pay attention not only to words, but also to body language, emotions and silences.
Powerful questions: Use questions that invite reflection, discovery and new interpretations.
The triad: language, body and emotionality: Work on these three domains in an integrated way, understanding that transformation happens when they are all aligned.
Emphasis on ‘being’: Beyond behaviours, focus on who the person is being and how they can expand their identity to create new possibilities.
What is Yoga for?
It is a physical and mental discipline that seeks to achieve balance between body, mind and spirit through exercise and meditation. It is practised with the aim of reducing stress and anxiety, as its postures allow the muscles to relax in a slow, deliberate manner, breathing slowly while clearing the mind. Anyone can start practising yoga and enjoy its benefits.
What are the main benefits of yoga?
The practice of yoga is much more than just exercise or relaxation. Yoga has so many physical, mental and emotional benefits that it is impossible to list them all here, but here are just a few: it eliminates stress, improves your posture, increases concentration, improves rest, increases inner peace, improves breathing…
What is mindfulness?
Mindfulness is a practice of full attention that consists of training the mind to be present in the here and now. It involves observing thoughts, emotions, and bodily sensations as they arise, without judging them or trying to change them. Through this conscious presence, the person develops greater mental clarity, emotional regulation, and the ability to respond rather than react. Mindfulness is used both to reduce stress and to improve overall well-being and foster a more balanced relationship with oneself and one’s environment.
Difference between mindfulness and meditation?
Mindfulness
It is a form of attention that can be applied at any time of the day. It consists of being consciously present, observing what is happening inside and outside of you without judging it. You can practise mindfulness while walking, eating, working or simply breathing.
Meditation
It is a structured and generally formal practice. It involves dedicating a specific time and space to train the mind, usually in silence and with a stable posture. Meditation can have different focuses: attention to breathing, compassion, visualisations, concentration, etc.
In short, mindfulness is a state or attitude of presence, and meditation is a training that helps to cultivate that state.
Not all mindfulness is meditation, but meditation is one of the most effective ways to develop mindfulness in a sustained way.
What is conscious breathing?
Mindful breathing is the practice of paying intentional attention to your own breathing, observing the flow of air in and out without modifying or judging it. By connecting with your breath, your mind calms down, your body regulates itself, and an inner space of clarity and presence emerges. This simple and accessible tool helps reduce stress, improve concentration, and reconnect with the present moment in a natural way. We will explore various techniques that can help you incorporate it into your daily life in a simple and effective way.