What do real people say about personal transformation?
27 people recorded interviews about personal transformation across 9 organisations. 6 of them mentioned feeling heard and supported by the provider in their own words. The most common timeframe people described was over a year. Every figure below is a count of what people said in their recorded interview — not a clinical trial or a survey.
First-hand accounts from people who talked about personal transformation in their recorded interview.
What people said changed
Counts of interviews where the person described this in their own words.
- Felt supported6 of 27 mentioned it
“My intuition has been screaming yes, but my checklists were afraid, and I'm really glad I listened, and he helped me learn my body intuition.”Kristen Struble
- Confidence5 of 27 mentioned it
“Working with Ken, one of the biggest things I learned is that I can actually ask for what I want in all things, and it doesn't mean I'll be received with a yes, but the power to trust myself to know what it is and the…”Kristen Struble
- Mood & stress5 of 27 mentioned it
“Stress has been less issue.”Maureen Thoma
- Mental clarity4 of 27 mentioned it
“I needed someone like Heather to help me to really make me focus more on what I need get out of my physical clutter, which I got so much of, and also my mental clutter.”Richard Iyall
- Better systems3 of 27 mentioned it
“And I've done so much to go through my different parts of my living space. each, you know, I do like usually one area at a time, you know, whether it's papers, you know, getting them organized or, you know, boxes of t…”Richard Iyall
- More energy3 of 27 mentioned it
“So more connection to where I'll focus my energy, owning my own energy.”Christina Weber
- Family & relationships2 of 27 mentioned it
“I'd say my biggest obstacle while I was working with Ken was I was viewing dating in the context for marriage as playing chicken or a little bit of Russian roulette of once I decide, is there going to be something bet…”Kristen Struble
- Less pain2 of 27 mentioned it
“And that's been my major concern. and there's been a lot less pain. and a lot less running to the bathroom all the time.”Maureen Thoma
How long it took
- Over a year · 6
Stories in this topic
Showing 12 of 27 interviews.
WatchEmpowered to Provide Effective Energy Healing Without Attending Medical SchoolIsabelle Schnadig recommends Healing Essence Center for its transformative Jivatma energy healing training. Isabelle reported feeling empowered 'very fast,' gaining the ability to feel energy in her hands and effectively help family members, including a child…Isabelle Schnadig · Healing Essence Center
WatchOvercoming Relationship Resentment and Learning to Trust Intuition to Choose MarriageKristen Struble worked with Ken Blackman of Sovereignty In Connection LLC to triage her two-year relationship and resolve deep-seated resentments. By learning to trust her body's intuition and communicate needs effectively, she moved past her fear of 'choosin…Kristen Struble · Sovereignty In Connection LLC, Ken Blackman Relationship Coach
WatchOvercoming Seven Years of Chronic Digestive Issues and Stress with Personalized WellnessMaureen Thoma credits Urban Monk Productions with resolving chronic digestive issues she suffered for seven years. After five months, she reported significantly reduced pain and a dramatic decrease in diarrhea, occurring less than five times total. The progra…Maureen Thoma · Urban Monk Productions
WatchRichard Cleared Physical and Mental Clutter to Achieve Greater Life ClarityRichard Iyall found success with School of Living Lighter by addressing both physical and mental clutter. Within two months and one day of joining Heather Aardema’s program, Richard successfully organized multiple areas of his living space, including papers a…Richard Iyall · School of Living Lighter
WatchEntrepreneur Achieves Unstoppable Confidence and Breaks Through Career Plateaus via Experiential TrainingAndrew Peluso describes his experience with Ascension Leadership Academy as a life-altering breakthrough that moved him past a career plateau. By completing Levels 1, 2, and 3, Peluso gained the confidence to step outside his comfort zone, identify blind spot…Andrew Peluso · Ascension Leadership Academy- 40 Years of ZenWatchOvercoming Historical Trauma and Chronic Rage Through Five Days of Intensive NeurofeedbackTatiana Tremblay reports that 40 Years of Zen completely eliminated her chronic rage and historical trauma during a five-day program. By utilizing neurofeedback and ketamine-assisted sessions, she transitioned from living in fear and time anxiety to a state o…Tatiana Tremblay · 40 Years of Zen
WatchJade Snead Lost 40 Pounds and Reclaimed Her Social ConfidenceJade Snead lost 40 pounds and regained her social confidence after working with Dr. Mallick and Dr. Zayba at Wellness Lifestyle Partners. By focusing on nutrition education and structured fitness schedules rather than just calorie counting, Jade transitioned…Jade Snead · Wellness Lifestyle Partners
WatchJulie Tang Created Three Successful MVP Programs Within Months Using MomentumJulie Tang, a member of the Live Your Message Momentum program, successfully launched three distinct MVP programs within months of joining. By working with the Activate level coaches, she transitioned from an uncertain pilot community for teen girls to a sust…Julie Tang · Live Your Message
WatchTim Shields Uses Energy4Life to Release Negative Emotions and Reach a Broader AudienceTim Shields, a writer and literary collaborator, credits Energy4Life with helping his work reach a broader audience. By utilizing tools like the gist process to release negative emotions and 'soul ache,' he enables individuals to break anchors to the past and…Tim Shields · Energy4Life
WatchTackling Mental Clutter to Transform Heaviness Into a Simple Path ForwardMelanie Schvartz describes School of Living Lighter as a profound platform for removing mental and physical heaviness. By focusing on mental clutter first, Melanie found that managing physical possessions became significantly easier. She credits founder Heath…Melanie Schvartz · School of Living Lighter
WatchOvercoming Limiting Beliefs to Record Music and Produce a Sold-Out ConcertMarni Pogachefsky credits Ascension Leadership Academy with helping her shift from a pattern of avoidance to radical commitment. Through the Level Three program, she collapsed timelines to record five songs in three days and facilitated a concert for 80 peopl…Marni Pogachefsky · Ascension Leadership Academy- 40 Years of ZenWatchTherese Jeske Heals Mother Wound and Discovers Deep Self-Love Through Ketamine SessionsTherese Jeske describes 40 Years of Zen as a life-changing experience that helped her clean up her mind and programs. Through a ketamine session, she achieved a deep healing experience regarding her mother wound and gained a profound sense of self-importance…Therese Jeske · 40 Years of Zen
What people were sceptical about first
- “Maureen Thoma admitted that the program was an expense she had to consider, but after seeing the results, she stated it was a 'leap of faith' that was ultimately worth it. She considers it the best program she has tried in the last seven years.”Maureen Thoma
- “I'm thankful for my parents, that they were willing to help me out was the cost and stuff.”Jade Snead
- “Before I joined Momentum, I had piloted an online community for tween and teen girls to equip and empower them so that they can rise to their full potential.”Julie Tang
Frequently asked
- What should I expect from the Jivatma training format at Healing Essence Center?
- Isabelle Schnadig noted the course uses a combination of in-person and Zoom sessions, providing a slow but effective introduction. The training balances Ayurvedic philosophy with hands-on practice, including giving and receiving Jivatma. — Isabelle Schnadig
- Is the energy healing curriculum difficult to learn?
- Isabelle mentioned that while students must learn twenty-seven Sanskrit words, Jonathan Glass presents the material slowly and effectively. She felt empowered to feel energy in her hands quickly during the demonstrations. — Isabelle Schnadig
- Can I help my family with energy healing without a medical degree?
- Yes, Isabelle Schnadig pursued this training specifically to help people, including her child with special needs, without going to medical school. She found the practice to be an effective way to use her hands to help others. — Isabelle Schnadig
- Is relationship coaching worth the financial investment?
- Kristen Struble noted that money was a 'big one' for her and her partner, but she views it as a commitment to oneself and honoring the coach's ability to address finances, emotional intelligence, and past trauma. — Kristen Struble
- How does Ken Blackman compare to traditional therapy?
- Kristen found that Ken could navigate challenging partnership dynamics in a way no therapist she had worked with before could, specifically by translating body language and keeping the conversation focused rather than tangential. — Kristen Struble
- Can coaching help if I'm afraid of making a mistake in marriage?
- Yes, Kristen struggled with the fear of 'Russian roulette' in choosing a spouse; Ken helped her break down those walls by teaching her to find 'true yeses and nos' in her body intuition. — Kristen Struble