Feeling stuck as an empath can be an overwhelming and draining experience. Absorbing others’ emotions, navigating energetic blocks, and managing your heightened sensitivities can make finding clarity feel like an impossible task.
The S.T.U.C.K. Coaching Model is here to help – offering a structured yet deeply empathetic approach to break free from stagnation and realign with your true purpose. This post is specifically created for EHSP Certified Coaches, equipping you with 108 powerful open-ended questions to help your clients navigate through the stuck phase with greater ease and alignment.
These questions will help you guide your clients through each phase of the model, helping them process emotions, unlock inner resources, and create meaningful progress – all while honoring their unique gifts as empaths.
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S – Sense the Block (22 Questions)
- What emotions are you picking up from others that might be influencing how you feel?
- How does being an empath affect your sense of being stuck in this situation?
- What part of this block feels like it belongs to you, and what feels like it might belong to someone else?
- How do you experience stuckness in your body as an empath?
- When you think about this block, what energy do you feel around it?
- What specific situations make this feeling of being stuck more intense?
- How do the emotions or energies of others play a role in this situation?
- If this stuckness could speak to you, what would it say?
- Where in your life do you feel most drained, and how does that connect to feeling stuck?
- What is one pattern or behavior you’ve noticed that keeps coming up?
- How does this block affect your ability to set boundaries as an empath?
- What role does guilt or responsibility for others’ feelings play in this stuckness?
- How does this situation challenge your ability to protect your energy?
- What do you feel like you need to release to move forward?
- How long have you been carrying this sense of being stuck?
- If you weren’t stuck in this situation, how would you feel emotionally?
- How does the energy of the environment you’re in influence this challenge?
- What are you avoiding by staying in this place of stuckness?
- What would be possible for you if you didn’t feel so energetically weighed down?
- What emotions come up when you imagine moving past this block?
- Who or what feels energetically connected to this block in your life?
- What is your intuition telling you about the root cause of this stuckness?
T – Transform the Narrative (22 Questions)
- What stories about being an empath do you tell yourself that might be holding you back?
- What do you believe about your ability to handle this situation as an empath?
- How does your sensitivity shape the way you see this block?
- What assumptions are you making about how others might react if you moved forward?
- How does the belief that “I need to take care of others” influence this block?
- What would it feel like to release the responsibility for emotions that aren’t yours?
- What story do you have about this situation that feels most limiting?
- How true do you think this story is, and why?
- If you could rewrite this story, what would you want it to say?
- What empowering belief could replace the thought that you’re stuck?
- How has being an empath helped you navigate similar challenges in the past?
- What would your life look like if you believed you had all the tools to move forward?
- How would this block feel different if you could see it as temporary?
- How does your sensitivity to others’ opinions affect the way you view this challenge?
- What might change if you trusted your emotions to guide you, instead of holding you back?
- How does the belief that “it’s too much” impact your ability to take action?
- If this block were an opportunity for growth, what lesson would it be teaching you?
- How can you reframe this experience as a way to honor your unique empathic gifts?
- What would it feel like to fully trust yourself in this situation?
- How would this situation change if you approached it with love instead of fear?
- What is one small, empowering belief you can embrace today?
- What role does self-compassion play in transforming how you see this block?
U – Unlock Inner Resources (22 Questions)
- How has your empathy been a source of strength in the past?
- What inner resources—like intuition or creativity—can help you move forward?
- How does your sensitivity allow you to see possibilities others might miss?
- What past experiences have taught you resilience as an empath?
- Who in your life could provide support or encouragement?
- What self-care practices recharge your energy when you feel drained?
- How can you use your ability to sense energy to find solutions to this challenge?
- What would your higher self say about the resources you already have?
- How can your empathy guide you to connect with people who uplift you?
- What strengths do you see in yourself that others often notice but you might overlook?
- How can you use your natural compassion to create a path forward?
- What does your inner voice tell you about your next step?
- How can you use boundaries as a tool to unlock your potential in this situation?
- How does connecting to your spiritual practice help you find clarity?
- What role does your creativity play in helping you solve this challenge?
- How does your ability to deeply feel help you navigate complex situations?
- What advice would you give someone else who feels stuck like you do?
- What moments of joy or gratitude can remind you of your inner power?
- How can you honor your emotional sensitivity while taking action?
- What strengths have you overlooked that could help you here?
- How can your ability to “read between the lines” help in this situation?
- How can you trust your intuition more deeply as you move forward?
C – Create a New Path (22 Questions)
- What does an aligned, empowered next step look like for you as an empath?
- What’s one small change you could make today to feel more in flow?
- How can you use your sensitivity to create a plan that feels right for you?
- What would success in this situation look like emotionally?
- How can you design a plan that honors both your needs and your boundaries?
- What’s the easiest, most intuitive first step you could take right now?
- How can you prioritize your energy while taking action?
- What would your ideal outcome look and feel like?
- How can you make space in your life for this transformation?
- What habits or routines could support your emotional energy as you move forward?
- How can you experiment with this process in a way that feels safe?
- What would be the most nurturing way to approach this situation?
- How can you use your empathy to deepen your connection to your goals?
- How can you set boundaries that protect your energy while creating progress?
- What would it feel like to take one inspired step forward?
- How can you balance your emotional needs with the actions you’re taking?
- What role does patience play in this process for you?
- How can you celebrate small steps in this journey?
- How can you use visualization to guide your actions?
- What is one commitment you can make to yourself today?
- How can you remind yourself to take action in a way that feels gentle yet effective?
- How can you align your actions with the unique gifts of your empathy?
K – Keep Evolving (20 Questions)
- How can you create daily practices to honor your emotional growth?
- What routines will help you stay aligned with your values as an empath?
- How can you reflect on the progress you’ve made without judgment?
- What gratitude practices can help you stay grounded and positive?
- How can you celebrate the way your sensitivity has guided your evolution?
- How will you protect your energy while continuing to grow?
- What affirmations can help you stay connected to your worth?
- How can you remind yourself that growth is a journey, not a destination?
- How can you use setbacks as opportunities for deeper self-awareness?
- How will you stay connected to your higher self?
- How can you share your growth with others in a way that feels uplifting?
- What role does self-compassion play in maintaining your momentum?
- How will you track or celebrate your wins?
- How can you balance giving to others with giving to yourself?
- What daily reminders will help you stay connected to your goals?
- How can you keep your energy aligned with your purpose?
- What inspires you to continue evolving as an empath?
- How can you let go of perfectionism as you move forward?
- What practices will help you reconnect with your intuition regularly?
- How will you honor your emotional growth in the future?
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