Let's Take This Outside

The Business of Thinking in Nature

"Take me out, use me, get me grubby, fill me with leaves, flowers and scribbles."

To call this a book is far too formal; it's more of a field guide. One that allows you to reflect, refine and reinvigorate your practice, whether you are a coach, a coaching supervisor or working in other helping professions.

Let's Take It Outside has been lovingly crafted for those wishing to include the fruits of nature into their practice. Written by leadership coaching specialist Rachel Woods and with demonstrable input from Mrs N (Rachel's pet name for Mother Nature), this book showcases a true passion for everything outside, intertwining this beautifully with the author's vast knowledge and experience. The result is a book that is as joyous to hold as it is to read.

Inside you will discover:

How to work with nature as a dynamic partnerHow to use 'working outside' in your professional offeringHow to articulate Mrs N's benefits to your clients with both credibility and evidenceHow to plan and prepare for safe practice in natureNew and existing coaching models which allow space for both nature and self-reflection

Don't be fooled that this book is just for coaches or coaching supervisors, though. Its benefits are wide-ranging and extend to any industry or profession that would benefit from supporting their clients in Nature and using the great outdoors as a classroom.

"In every walk with nature, one receives far more than he seeks." John Muir (1918)

Rachel Woods MSc is an EMCC Accredited Senior Practitioner, Qualified Supervisor and Henley Business School Alumni.