Coaching From My Wheelchair Podcast

Dr. Les Wright
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The Coaching From My Wheelchair Podcast is a 10 to 15-minute on-the-go coaching podcast designed for anyone seeking motivation, guidance, or a way to improve their personal growth and professional development. Host Coach Jay is enthusiastic about helping people tap into their inner strength, overcome obstacles, and unleash their best version of themselves. In his podcasts, Coach Jay blends best practices and approaches from positive psychology, emotional intelligence, the Taking Flight Learning with DISC approach, and cognitive behavior so you can discover the power of positive thinking, the importance of self-awareness, and ways to build strong, healthy relationships. He aims to help you understand yourself and make it easier to implement changes and succeed. Coach Jay is a board-certified coach, seasoned educator, and leader with over 20 years of experience in educational leadership, training, and program management in higher education administration and the federal government. So, whether you are looking for a motivational guide to help you reach your goals or are simply curious about personal development, tune in to the Coaching from My Wheelchair podcast. Follow Les on Instagram @twccsllc. Also, check him out on Facebook and LinkedIn; his website is https://www.thewrightcoachingservices.com/.

  1. Jul 12

    Stop Running on Empty

    Are you always the one checking on everyone else but rarely checking on yourself? In this episode of Coaching From My Wheelchair, I explore what happens when we spend so much time caring for others that we forget to check in with ourselves. This conversation examines the emotional cost of over-giving, why self-check-ins matter in relationships and daily life, and how to build healthier habits without guilt. If you have been feeling stretched, drained, or emotionally overloaded, this episode offers encouragement and practical insight to help you care for yourself with the same compassion you give others. This episode reminds listeners that self-awareness is not selfish—it is necessary.

    Stop Running on Empty

  2. Apr 30

    “Let Them Eat Cake!"

    In this episode of the Coaching From My Wheelchair podcast, I explore the modern meaning of “Let Them Eat Cake” and what it teaches us about empathy, leadership, and blind spots. Building on earlier episodes about emotional awareness and leadership styles, this conversation looks at what happens when people in positions of influence lose touch with others' real needs. Using it as a metaphor for disconnecting leadership, relationships, faith communities, and daily life, the episode discusses how people often offer polished solutions while missing what others truly need. Listeners will understand: How empathy differs from assumptionHow blind spots develop and why good intentions alone are insufficientHow the four leadership styles can either assist or damage without empathyPractical ways to listen more effectively, lead with integrity, and respond compassionately.How to balance empathy, accountability, faith, and boundariesThis episode is for leaders, managers, professionals, people of faith, and anyone seeking to deepen their personal and professional growth.

    “Let Them Eat Cake!"

  3. Feb 26

    Positivity Isn’t Fluffy—It’s Fundamental

    Positivity is often dismissed as unrealistic or overly optimistic—but in reality, it’s a vital skill for resilience, focus, and well-being. In this episode of the Coaching From My Wheelchair podcast, I explain why negative thinking drains us emotionally and physically, and how intentional positivity can help restore energy, clarity, and balance. This conversation isn’t about pretending life is easy or ignoring real challenges. Instead, it shows how positivity works as a practical mindset tool—helping you respond more effectively to stress, uncertainty, and everyday pressures. Coach Jay shares relatable examples, coaching insights, and simple strategies to help rewire negative thought patterns through gratitude, humor, and mindfulness. Listeners will learn to identify when negativity affects them, break unhelpful mental patterns, and how small mindset shifts can boost emotional resilience and overall well-being. Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed, burned out, or just looking for a healthier way to handle life, this episode provides practical advice you can start using immediately. Key takeaway: Negative thinking drains you emotionally and physically, but intentionally practicing positivity is essential for maintaining energy, resilience, and personal growth.

    Positivity Isn’t Fluffy—It’s Fundamental

  4. Jan 29

    Stop Fixing Weaknesses and Start Building Strengths

    What if the issue you’ve been trying to “fix” isn’t actually the real problem? We spend so much time trying to fix our weaknesses that we forget our strengths are where true growth occurs. The title of this episode is: “Stop Fixing Weaknesses and Start Building Strengths.” In this episode of Coaching From My Wheelchair, I challenge the idea that growth means focusing on weaknesses. I discuss why self-awareness is a vital leadership skill, how embracing your strengths boosts confidence and resilience, and why you don’t need to excel at everything to be effective. Embracing your superpowers, increasing self-awareness, and understanding that you don’t have to be perfect at everything to succeed are key. When you know what you do well—and apply it intentionally—you make a greater impact in your work and life. Tune in and start embracing your superpowers. Stop fixing. Start building.

    Stop Fixing Weaknesses and Start Building Strengths

  5. Jan 15

    Use This Year to Become the Person You Aspire to Be

    Your future isn’t found — it’s built. This year will pass whether you grow or not. The calendar doesn’t care. But you should. Your Year, Your Choice. You don’t need to change everything all at once. You just need to begin aligning your daily actions with the person you want to become. And each time you choose courage over comfort, growth over fear, and intention over autopilot, you’re becoming that person. In “Use This Year to Become the Person You Aspire to Be,” Coach Jay challenges listeners to stop waiting for the “right time” and start intentionally designing their lives. Drawing from behavioral science, positive psychology, and lived experience, this episode explores how identity, habits, and daily choices shape who we become. If you’re ready to grow beyond survival mode and step into purpose, this conversation will guide you forward.

    Use This Year to Become the Person You Aspire to Be

  6. Jan 1

    Season 2 Wrap-Up

    As we wrap up Season 2, I want to sincerely thank every listener who tuned in, shared an episode, or took something meaningful away from these conversations. Your support truly made this season special. If you missed an episode—or even the entire season—this is your sign to catch up. Whether you’re commuting, working out, or taking a quiet moment for yourself, the episodes are waiting for you. You can scan the QR code on my website or listen wherever you get your podcasts. This season, we explored personal growth, leadership, mindset, emotional intelligence, overcoming obstacles, and practical strategies you can apply every day. From my heart to yours, I wish you a happy, healthy, and successful New Year. And as always, this is Coach Jay reminding you to stay educated, stay informed, and learn something new!

    Season 2 Wrap-Up

  7. 12/18/2025

    The 7 Personalities of Leaders Whose ‘Vision’ Is Actually a Blind Spot

    We live in a time when leadership is everywhere—on social media, in politics, and in our workplaces—and yet truly visionary leadership remains rare. Why? Because too many leaders confuse confidence with clarity, and passion with direction. But here’s the good news: blind spots aren’t personal failures; they’re opportunities. Opportunities to grow, to stretch, to develop, and to become the leader people genuinely want to follow. Today’s episode is called "The 7 Personalities of Leaders Whose ‘Vision’ Is Actually a Blind Spot." Today, we’re examining the psychology behind these blind spots—why they happen—and then exploring the seven personalities that emerge when a leader thinks they are casting vision but is actually projecting their own limitations. Make sure to tune in to this week's episode of the Coaching From My Wheelchair Podcast. And as always, this is Coach Jay reminding you to stay educated, stay informed, and learn something new!

    The 7 Personalities of Leaders Whose ‘Vision’ Is Actually a Blind Spot

  8. 11/14/2025

    The Lack of Imagination?

    Today’s topic may challenge your view on creativity and personal growth. Why? Because most people don’t lack imagination… They simply stopped believing their imagination matters. In this episode, we’re going to explore: Why Imagination Is Important in Personal Development and LeadershipWhy it’s important now in this rapidly changing worldHow adults lose their imagination without noticing itEffective tactics to recover itAnd what should you do when self-doubt tells you, “You’re just not creative”? So make sure you tune in to this week's episode as I unpack how to rebuild your vision, reframe your limitations, and use imagination to move forward—no matter your starting point. And as always, this is Coach Jay reminding you to stay educated, stay informed, and learn something new!

    The Lack of Imagination?
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The Coaching From My Wheelchair Podcast is a 10 to 15-minute on-the-go coaching podcast designed for anyone seeking motivation, guidance, or a way to improve their personal growth and professional development. Host Coach Jay is enthusiastic about helping people tap into their inner strength, overcome obstacles, and unleash their best version of themselves. In his podcasts, Coach Jay blends best practices and approaches from positive psychology, emotional intelligence, the Taking Flight Learning with DISC approach, and cognitive behavior so you can discover the power of positive thinking, the importance of self-awareness, and ways to build strong, healthy relationships. He aims to help you understand yourself and make it easier to implement changes and succeed. Coach Jay is a board-certified coach, seasoned educator, and leader with over 20 years of experience in educational leadership, training, and program management in higher education administration and the federal government. So, whether you are looking for a motivational guide to help you reach your goals or are simply curious about personal development, tune in to the Coaching from My Wheelchair podcast. Follow Les on Instagram @twccsllc. Also, check him out on Facebook and LinkedIn; his website is https://www.thewrightcoachingservices.com/.

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  • Creator
    Dr. Les Wright
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    35
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2021 TheWrightCoaching and Consulting Services LLC
  • Show Website
    Coaching From My Wheelchair Podcast