Sam Penghao Cui

The transformative journey that began in 2023 through learning coaching skills from Carmen has been truly invaluable. This experience has not only equipped me with practical knowledge and techniques, but more importantly, it has guided me in cultivating deeper self-compassion and nurturing more meaningful connections with my loved ones.

Having completed 100+ coaching hours since joining Carmen's program, my understanding of coaching has fundamentally transformed. Initially viewing it as primarily a questioning technique, the CEC training revealed coaching's deeper essence – a relationship-building discipline that combines strategic inquiry with empathetic engagement. Through guided practice, I've learned to create psychologically safe environments where clients can articulate unspoken thoughts, reframe challenges, and unlock self-awareness. This hands-on experience demonstrated coaching's unique strength: its ability to foster growth through human connection. While AI can simulate conversations, it cannot replicate the nuanced understanding, emotional resonance, and adaptive presence required for meaningful behavioral change. The program has solidified my belief in coaching as an irreplaceable human art form that empowers individuals to become their own solutions.