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Episode 7 - AI, human connection and the future of health coaching

Summary In this episode, Ollie and Tim explore the growing role of artificial intelligence in health coaching and wider healthcare settings. They reflect on where AI is already being used, the pressures driving its adoption and the opportunities it presents for reflection, learning and support. The conversation examines the balance between efficiency and human connection, the risks of over-reliance on technology and the importance of using AI thoughtfully rather than as a replacement for relational work. Throughout, they return to a central question: how can AI be used to support growth without eroding the core values that make health coaching effective? Takeaways AI is already influencing health coaching and healthcare practice. Used well, AI can support reflection, structure and thinking space. Health coaching remains a deeply human, relational practice. Efficiency should not come at the cost of presence and connection. AI cannot replace lived experience, empathy or trust. Thoughtful use of AI requires clear boundaries and intention. Consistency and accessibility can be helpful for some individuals. Over-reliance on technology risks narrowing human agency. Ethical use of AI must prioritise wellbeing, not convenience. The future of health coaching depends on keeping people at the centre. Yj6gsHfJUaBiAvMFC0r2