Key chapter ideas
Introduction
Debut of Way of Being as an important Distinction in life.
Chapter 1 - An Ontological Approach to Coaching
Describes the relationships between Way of Being, The Ontology of the Human Observer and Being a learner. Introduces Ontological coaching as a practice for learning.
Chapter 2 - An Ontological Model of Learning and Change
Expands on the introduction and deepens understanding of how all elements ultimately drive new learning.
Chapter 3 - The Historical Relevance of Ontological Learning
Situates Ontological learning in the context of sweeping historical changes. Change in the world affects my Way of Being
Chapter 4 - A New Understanding of Language
Brings a new understanding of Language having both descriptive and generative functions.
Chapter 5 - Listening: The Unacknowledged Dimension of Language
Introduces the idea of Concernful activity and the Legitimate other, combining the two through Listening.
Chapter 6 - Silent and Invisible Actions Within Language
Chapter 7 - Basic Linguistic Tools for Human Possibility I
Chapter 8 - Basic Linguistic Tools for Human Possibility II
Chapter 9 - Basic Linguistic Tools for Human Possibility III
Explores the Basic linguistic acts of Requests, Offers, Promises and how Assessments of Trust underpin The Promise Cycle.