Free BreathWork Session

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A Gift From Me To You One of the most important parts of coming to one of my workshops is that you take what you've learned home with you and continue on this journey. This is a recording of me taking you through 3 rounds of breathing, my gift to you, I hope it hits the spot for you. You can click on the three dots to the right-hand side and download this audio and keep it close for your pleasure or come back here anytime you like (bookmark this page). (please note we do not recommend you do this breathwork if you suffer from epilepsy or are pregnant). Please note I recorded this when I was still a 'certified' instructor....
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From Ice Baths to Mountain Paths: A New Adventure Begins

From Ice Baths to Mountain Paths: A New Adventure Begins

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Well, well, well. Look who finally dusted off the old blog keyboard! It’s me, your long-lost friend from TurningSimpleDifficult emerging from the abyss of busyness, breathing exercises, and a whole lot of ice baths. For those who have been wondering why I dropped off the face of the digital world, let me bring you up to speed. I’ve spent the past three years training and teaching the Wim Hof Method (WHM), as well as becoming a level 2 instructor, and, quite frankly, dealing with some health challenges that landed me in this icy wonderland in the first place. But, after much soul-searching (and possibly a few expletives), I’ve decided that this year, I will NOT be renewing my WHM certification. Gasp! Yes, I know, scandalous. The truth is, as much as I love the method and all its benefits, I need to focus on my own health and well-being. So, what does that mean? Well, unsurprisingly, I’ll still be using the WHM...
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The Blue Stones Natural Park (Sinite Kamani)

The Blue Stones Natural Park (Sinite Kamani)

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Project ONE Intro As we (Jane & Kylie) begin our preparations to walk the Kom-Emine route across Bulgaria from East to West, we wanted to introduce you to the first project being supported by the Bulgarian Biodiversity Foundation (BBF) who we are raising money for on this journey. This is just one of many projects that will be supported throughout the next year. For context, and surprisingly protected areas only make us a very small part of the territory of Bulgaria - only 5%. Nature conservation globally is often seen as a threat to those that wish to develop infrastructure for profit, not recognising the importance of these ecosystems to all of us. Healthy ecosystems are important for the health and security of people - they purify the air, retain water, reduce damage from the increasing number of natural disasters.  Our mantra throughout this journey will be Humans & Nature in Harmony, however I think it's important to note that we are nature, not separate from...
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When The Tables Are Turned!

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April 17, 2024 As a Wim Hof instructor we are well trained. We train to understand the physiological effects of the breathing and cold exposure on our participants. We train to understand the mental and emotional release that can occur during the life-changing workshops we run. We train to know when we can push a little harder or throttle back if someone is displaying early symptoms of the effects of the powerful breathwork or challenging cold exposure. What we teach is life-changing, it releases pent up emotions, it connects you to your true self and shows you that you are capable of so much more than you ever thought possible. It has a multitude of benefits to our cardio-vascular system, our immune system, our mental well-being, our capacity to cope with everyday stresses. For someone like me, who truly believes this method saved my life and is still keeping me believing in a future that is bright and long, to realize I’ve missed something, something really...
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Levelling Up

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February 15, 2024 Becoming a Level 2 Wim Hof Instructor may not have meant studying science and physiology for 7 months straight as I did at Level 1 but it was no walk in the park. To be able to qualify you must have run at least 10 Official Fundamentals Workshops, have over 10 testimonials and an average of 5 Stars (the top score), to be knowledgeable about advanced breathing techniques, understand and learn how to plan and guide safe winter travels and to be familiar with all of the new clinical studies that are complete or in the works. I ran 11 workshops in total, I have 20 testimonials that are so touching and empowering, they make me cry when I read them (all 5 stars)- I invite you to go see what people are saying about my workshops – use this link. I completed the Power Of The Mind, which is an incredible course, maybe the best I have done to date and...
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What a Year!

What a Year!

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October 26, 2023 What a Year! How on earth did I get here? To this point in my life at this time in my life? Finally I know what I want to be when I grow up. I came to Bulgaria to stop working and start living, quite simply because my Mum died at the age of 48 and I figured that if I was still alive at that point, I should start enjoying what time I had left… so that’s what I set out to do. To become more self-reliant was my aim and I thought that meant growing my own food, exploring different options for power and water, getting some chickens, learning to keep bees, exchanging skills and produce with other like-minded individuals… but the universe had other ideas. It turns out I’m pretty average (if not a bit shit) at growing my own food, preserving it, saving seeds etc. and it also came to my attention that anything I actually managed to grow (in excess...
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You Never Forget Your First

You Never Forget Your First

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May 2, 2023 April 22nd 2023 Everything I had worked so hard for was about to be laid out in front of a paying audience. Was I nervous? Not even a little. This is what I’d been waiting for, this is what I’d prepared for, so the fact that it was now happening, and that people were actually coming, did not phase me in the least. Was I excited? Hell yeah. I couldn’t wait to create and feel the energy of the group. To push people outside their comfort zones and watch them succeed. The transformations are just the best thing ever. Was I stressed? I’d be lying if I said I wasn’t. The whole ethos around my workshops is that it is held outside in nature. The breathing is done on a purpose-built platform in the walnut trees, where you can feel the music through the floor, you can smell and hear the natural world around you. This is a vital part of my...
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Becoming a Wim Hof Instructor

Becoming a Wim Hof Instructor

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March 17, 2023 Becoming a Wim Hof Instructor is hard, it takes commitment, belief and courage to follow through with every part of the journey. The method is not something you just do, it becomes who you are, but lets take a step back a minute. If you are on social media, you may have noticed the ads that come up for becoming a coach of some sort. From life coach, to fitness coach, to yoga instructor. These professions are important, yet I frequently come across companies offering these to people for $7 or to qualify in just 3 hours online. I cannot honestly believe that you can learn all that you need to know, in a way that allows you to help your clients in such a short period of time for whatever the price. The health and wellness industry is enormous and I understand that not everyone can afford to invest in real, good quality programs that provide a substantial syllabus...
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All The Love, All The Power

All The Love, All The Power

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February 18, 2023 I have just achieved a pivotal milestone in my life. But this post is not about me, it’s about those other than myself that made all this possible…. You see, I fell in love on my Master Module.  I don’t mean superficial lust or desire but deep, deep, emotional, connected kinda love. And not just with one person, with many. So I’m going to start by embarrassing some of them that made this journey such a fucking blast. Michelle – All The Love Something inside me just glowed when she was around. With just a nod in your direction you knew she was about to introduce you to the world, yet it wasn’t scary, it was empowering. She was there to support you if you stumbled and there to hold your hands high in victory. “Sit at the front and volunteer for everything.” She told me…I don’t think she thought I’d take it so literally….I put my hand up for absolutely everything. But being the great leader she was, she...
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Mind Games – Who Wants to Play?

Mind Games – Who Wants to Play?

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December 20, 2022 Feeling is Believing (Wim Hof) Isn’t it strange how we associate words with feelings! When we talk about ‘games’ we think of fun, laughter, competition, success and failure, but all in the name of having a good time. However as soon as we put the word ‘mind’ in front, it immediately takes on a negative connotation. But I’m not talking about the type of Mind Games where you manipulate another person into doing your dirty work (although I have some dusting that needs doing if there are any volunteers) :)…but rather a game you can play with yourself to better cope in everyday life. In the syllabus to become a Wim Hof Method instructor it states, if you can learn how to use your mind anything is possible, and I truly believe that regular practice of what we teach can literally change everything you thought was possible. During this journey I have met and become friends with those fighting addiction, pain, self-limiting...
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