What’s Your Vibe? The 7 Levels of Energy
Energy is the foundation of everything we do.
We see the world through a specific set of lenses based on our experiences and the influence of the people and the world around us. These filters shape the way we ‘show up’ and help us achieve success or limit it and create tension. They affect our reactions and responses to situations and people in all aspects of life.
Recognizing your self-leadership style and energy is the most transformative concept in the coaching process.
Core Energy Leadership is a powerful coaching framework developed by Bruce D. Schneider. It focuses on understanding and shifting an individual's core energy to maximize their self-leadership potential and create positive change. It is based on the concept that our energy, profoundly influences our thoughts, emotions, and behaviors, ultimately shaping our leadership style and impact.
The are seven levels of energy that high achievers can recognize and operate from. These levels represent a different state of consciousness and reflect how individuals perceive and respond to challenges, opportunities, and relationships in their personal and professional settings.
Level One: "Victim"
The lowest form of catabolic or destructive energy, where individuals are at the effect of life and not the cause. Guilt, fear, self-doubt, and low self-esteem are predominant at this level.
Level Two: "Conflict"
Most common energy and is identified by conflict and anger. A person demonstrating this catabolic energy has a high level of frustration, is easily angered by mundane issues, and struggles throughout their day constantly putting out fires. Their attitude is "I win at your expense so you lose”.
Level Three: "Responsibility"
First level of anabolic or building energy. Responsibility is the overriding characteristic. The higher the resonating level of energy, the less judgmental a person becomes. At this level a person might say, "I need to win and hopefully you will win too, but I need to win anyway."
Level Four: "Concern"
Many leaders and individuals who believe in teamwork, community and loyalty. At this level an individual will typically say, "You win, don't worry about me." Operating at this level of energy can lead to great success.
Level Five: "Reconcilation"
This is all about “win-win”. Everything is seen as an opportunity. Individuals have an innate ability to accept and inspire others.
Level Six: "Synthesis"
Individuals at this level are all about seeing the world as a whole picture instead of just parts. Their core thought is synthesis; feeling connected to everything and everyone. Creativity is at the core. Leaders and individuals in general are often heard saying, "Everyone wins."
Level Seven: "Non-Judgment"
This is the highest resonating level of energy where winning and losing are non-existent. The people that resonate at this level of energy are some of the most powerful people in the world. They experience life as participants and observers simultaneously.
The Core Energy Leadership framework aims to help individuals develop the right skills so they can consciously lead from higher levels of energy.