The Sophrology Method Coaching And Professor Caycedo

By Mark Jones


While self-help books, DVDs, videos and methods have become extremely popular over the past few decades, there are also others which have been around since the 1970s. While sophrology method coaching is one of these, the practice has been popular though mostly in Europe.

While using a blend of Western science and Eastern wisdom, the method has been known to help explore the concept of mindful living, manage stress and allow people to sleep better. For, the principle behind the practice is to use the mind and body connection to create more balance within the body and the surrounding environment. After which, it is hope that this balance, peace and harmony will transfer out into the world at large.

When it comes to Sophrology, the word is defined as being the study of consciousness in a harmonic state. Whereas, the roots of the word come from the ancient Greek words Phren related to mind and SOS relating to harmony. As such, practitioners believe that the practice of living a peaceful existence comes down to remaining in a continuous harmonious state.

The practice, developed by a Columbian neuro-scientist and professor in the 1960s to coach clients on how to become more serene and peaceful has been extremely successful in Europe. In response, a number of new practitioners have now become interested in Sophrology. In fact, a number of psychiatric institutions such as hospitals and clinics have incorporated the practice into ongoing treatment plans

At a conference in 1970, Caycedo suggested the method was born out of studies of the conscious mind. In addition, the psychiatrist also stated that the practice is a way of life, a philosophy, a personal development technique and a therapy. As such, the basic goal of the practice is for individuals to learn to how to truly live rather than existing in a depressed or traumatic state.

When first setting out to discover different methods of healing, the professor was drawn to Western medicine. The methods used during early studies included relaxation techniques and phenomenology. After which, the professor decided to keep these practices as part of the new Sophrology self-help practice. Whereas, Eastern wisdom and practices such as mediation and yoga can often be excellent accompaniments to the practice.

Of all the practices which Caycedo reviewed when establishing the practice, those related to relaxation and mental imaging became part of the practice. For, coaches often teach clients how to relax by learning to create images and visualization. Once having all the elements of the practice, Caycedo created the practice and term known as Sophrology. Then, in 1960, the first Department of Sophrology opened at the Santa Isabel Hospital in Madrid, Spain.

While more popular in Europe, Sophrology is a practice that is rarely used on other continents. Whether due to a lack of knowledge, advertising or the multitude of more popular and well known practices, sophrology could definitely be a practice which could benefit individuals around the world and the world at large. For, if each individual is living in a state of harmony, that energy will most likely transfer to others.




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