184: “Breathwork Saved My Life” with NLP/Breathwork Coach Rachel Williams

Jul 16

In this episode of the High-Performance Nursing Podcast, host Liam Caswell welcomes Rachel Williams, a registered nurse with 23 years of experience who is now transitioning into the holistic space. Rachel shares her journey from experiencing burnout and job stress to finding healing through holistic practices, including breathwork and NLP (Neuro-Linguistic Programming). She discusses her passion for helping nurses and healthcare workers with burnout, stress, and trauma by regulating their nervous systems.

Key Topics Discussed:

Introduction to Rachel Williams:

Rachel's career in nursing spanning 23 years.
Transition from clinical nursing to holistic healing practices.

Rachel's Nursing Journey:

Challenges and experiences as a nurse, including instances of bullying and burnout.
The impact of her father's passing on her mental health and career direction.

Discovery of Holistic Healing:

Introduction to breathwork through a serendipitous Instagram account.
The transformative impact of breathwork and coaching on Rachel's life.

Holistic Practices Explained:

Different types of breathwork and their benefits.
The importance of regulating the nervous system for personal and professional resilience.

Impact of Trauma and Burnout:

The connection between personal traumas and professional burnout.
Strategies for dealing with burnout and dysregulated nervous systems.

Incorporating Holistic Practices in Nursing:

Rachel's role in teaching nursing students at the university level.
The importance of addressing both personal and professional traumas for holistic healing.

Advice for Nurses:

Emphasizing self-care and the necessity of looking after oneself.
Encouragement to explore holistic practices for managing stress and burnout.

Final Thoughts:

Rachel’s ongoing journey in holistic healing.
The need for resilience and adaptability in nursing and healthcare.

Quotes:

"Burnout creeps up on you, and it's a short jump from burnout to depression and isolation."
"Breathwork has helped me deal with past trauma and limiting beliefs, and I want others to experience the same healing."

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