Like most other people, I have been saddened to hear of Jade Goody's fate, and wish her well in earning as much money as possible to provide for her sons, before she dies. It is her decision and she is being very brave.
I also wish her well in trying any therapy, treatment or activity, that makes her last weeks as comfortable and bearable as possible.
However, I was astonished - if not angry - to see Jade's "Life Coach" being interviewed on Sky News on Saturday evening. I know that Jade has endorsed this woman's services in the past. (I'm not going to mention her name as I don't want to give her any further publicity). But my initial reaction was "What is this woman doing: discussing treatment that she's CURRENTLY giving Jade???" Isn't there a confidentiality agreement - written/spoken or otherwise, when someone is being treated or being coached?? This woman was discussing the work she is doing with Jade Goody at the moment and appeared totally unethical that she should be discussing this. Also, it was the most vulgar, unacceptable method of self promotion: discussing the support being given to a dying/suffering client.
The woman concerned appeared on Sky: being interviewed outside the studio. She mentioned the positive thinking she develops in clients and preparation for positive outcomes. "I'm working with Jade on positive outcomes" was her mantra. Yet when the Sky journalist mentioned that Jade was dying and how could this be a positive outcome - our life coach suddenly (conveniently) couldn't hear the question and then continued rabbiting on about unblocking negative thoughts with crystals. The Sky man asked this question a few times then finished the interview (in exasperation probably).
As I said before - whatever someone needs to support them facing what Jade's facing - just go for it. BUT, for someone to be cashing in on a tragedy in this way is obscene. What do you think?
I also wish her well in trying any therapy, treatment or activity, that makes her last weeks as comfortable and bearable as possible.
However, I was astonished - if not angry - to see Jade's "Life Coach" being interviewed on Sky News on Saturday evening. I know that Jade has endorsed this woman's services in the past. (I'm not going to mention her name as I don't want to give her any further publicity). But my initial reaction was "What is this woman doing: discussing treatment that she's CURRENTLY giving Jade???" Isn't there a confidentiality agreement - written/spoken or otherwise, when someone is being treated or being coached?? This woman was discussing the work she is doing with Jade Goody at the moment and appeared totally unethical that she should be discussing this. Also, it was the most vulgar, unacceptable method of self promotion: discussing the support being given to a dying/suffering client.
The woman concerned appeared on Sky: being interviewed outside the studio. She mentioned the positive thinking she develops in clients and preparation for positive outcomes. "I'm working with Jade on positive outcomes" was her mantra. Yet when the Sky journalist mentioned that Jade was dying and how could this be a positive outcome - our life coach suddenly (conveniently) couldn't hear the question and then continued rabbiting on about unblocking negative thoughts with crystals. The Sky man asked this question a few times then finished the interview (in exasperation probably).
As I said before - whatever someone needs to support them facing what Jade's facing - just go for it. BUT, for someone to be cashing in on a tragedy in this way is obscene. What do you think?
.JPG)
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