From Trauma to Transformation with guest Nathan Simmonds

Discovering Rapid Change Therapy: My Chat with Nathan Simmons on the Soul Aligned Self-Care Podcast

Hey friends! I recently had an amazing conversation with Nathan Simmons on the Soul Aligned Self-Care podcast. Nathan is a rapid change therapist and leadership coach, and we dove deep into his transformative journey and the incredible impact of his work.

I wanted to share some of the key themes and insights from our chat with you all, along with some actionable advice and explanations to help guide you on your own journey.

Meet Nathan Simmons and His Work

Nathan Simmons is a super talented leadership coach with a background in NLP, psychotherapy, and hypnotherapy. He focuses on tackling developmental trauma, shadow integration, and subconscious programming that often keep us stuck in unhealthy habits. His holistic approach aims to create quick and profound changes in his clients' lives.

Key Themes We Covered:

• Developmental Trauma and Subconscious Programming
• Hypnotherapy and Rapid Change
• Balancing Masculine and Feminine Energies in Leadership
• Creating Safe Spaces for Authentic Self-Expression

Nathan's Personal Journey: From Health Challenges to Self-Discovery

Nathan's journey kicked off with a major health scare—he was diagnosed with Crohn's disease at a young age. Thanks to his mom's research, they discovered a yeast imbalance was the root cause, and they managed it through dietary changes. This experience really highlighted the importance of accurate diagnosis and holistic healing.

Nathan also opened up about his struggles with bullying, drug use, and a near-fatal overdose. These tough experiences were pivotal in helping him cut off toxic relationships and make significant life changes.

Hypnotherapy and Rapid Change: Nathan's Approach

Nathan's take on hypnotherapy is all about creating safe spaces for deep, heart-centered conversations with your inner self. This method addresses underlying trauma and subconscious programming, leading to rapid and profound changes.

Differences Between Traditional Hypnotherapy and Rapid Change Therapy:

• Traditional Hypnotherapy: Often focuses on relaxation and suggestion to alter behaviors.
• Rapid Change Therapy: Aims for deeper, more immediate shifts by addressing core issues and traumas.

Balancing Masculine and Feminine Energies in Leadership

Nathan stressed the importance of balancing masculine and feminine energies in leadership roles. He talked about how childhood wounds and societal conditioning impact both men and women, often leading to overcompensation and imbalance.

Key Insights:

• Masculine and Feminine Qualities: Both are essential for a harmonious dynamic in leadership and relationships.
• Vulnerability and Self-Awareness: Crucial for finding balance and fostering authentic connections.

Addressing Loneliness and Societal Disconnection

Nathan highlighted how loneliness and societal disconnection can impact our sense of purpose and belonging. He suggested creating safe spaces for open conversations and self-exploration as crucial steps in overcoming these challenges.

Actionable Steps:

• Create Safe Spaces: Foster environments where open dialogue and self-expression are encouraged.
• Reconnect with Community: Engage with local communities and support networks to build meaningful connections.

Spiritual and Leadership Development

Nathan combines 1-to-1 coaching and group experiences with cerebral tools to build better relationships, communicate effectively, and understand relationship dynamics. He incorporates hypnotic states to help leaders explore their limitations, envision the future, and understand their values.

Wrapping It Up

My chat with Nathan Simmons on the Soul Aligned Self-Care podcast was packed with insights into the transformative power of rapid change therapy, the importance of balancing energies in leadership, and the need for authentic self-expression.

By addressing underlying traumas and subconscious programming, we can achieve rapid and lasting change in our lives.

You can listen to the episode right here: https://www.tinastinson.com/podcasts/soul-aligned-self-care/episodes/2148743806

Connect with Nathan Simmons:

• LinkedIn, Instagram, and Facebook: @deeperhealingandbeyond
• Website: nathansimmonscoaching.com
• Spirit Medicine World: Explore hypnotherapy sessions for new moon and full moon journeys.

See you next week!

Xo, T

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