Chronic Fatigue to a Vibrant Life

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Chronic Fatigue to a Vibrant Life

I went from being a full-time worker while completing a Master's Degree, to spending two and a half years nearly housebound with Chronic Fatigue Syndrome. Many days, getting dressed was an exhausting struggle not worth the effort. Often I thought, "This is ridiculous, surely I can…" ...climb these stairs at a normal speed. ...have this phone conversation. ...read this paragraph.  But usually I couldn't.

And often I thought, "Oh, my God I'm never going to be able to do anything again!"

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Anxiety and Panic Attacks to Confidence and Joy

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A number of years ago I lost control of my basic well-being and experienced extreme levels of anxiety about some work issues that led to terrifying and immobilizing panic attacks.  In some desperation I decided to try the Lightning Process which I am very happy to say has significantly and positively changed the arc of my happiness, power, confidence and joy.  Amanda is a highly skilled, passionate and empathetic practitioner who manifests the power of this amazingly simple way of cultivating life-affirming positivity.

J
Portland, Oregon

Paradigm Shifts and Joy

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I have worked as a mental health therapist since 1986. I have also been a client at various times in my life. So, in thinking about doing some therapy for myself I was delighted and grateful to begin NLP work with Amanda Ashley. She has extraordinary skills as a therapist. We all know therapists that we say are "born" to do this work.  Well this could not be more true of Amanda. She holds genuine respect for the client, while challenging with kindness and humor. And I TRUST HER!

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I Used the Lightning Process Throughout My Entire Labor

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A client just sent me this wonderful note: 

I have been meaning to write to you …first time I have sat down at the computer since Jaxen was born. I wanted to tell you that I used the Lightning Process throughout my entire labor. This was physically and emotionally the hardest situation I have been through and my OB and midwife were astonished that I was able to push out Jaxen at almost 12 pounds (without medication!)

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The Lightning Process Works

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Working with Amanda for three full days learning the Lightning Process was an absolute pleasure. She naturally took things at a pace that allowed me to really soak in the information, and she also has an incredible sense of humor which made it fun. The Lightning Process works. Period. And I would recommend it to anyone looking for a natural way to change old unsuccessful patterns in their life.

K.J.
Portland, Oregon

From Fear to Peace

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Before working with Amanda, there was a part of me that was afraid, and believed that the world was a scary place to be. Because of this unconscious belief, I was holding back – in my primary relationships and in my business. After only one session I was able to connect to and integrate this part of myself. Because of this unconscious belief, I was holding back – in my primary relationships and in my business. During our session I was able to connect to and integrate this part of myself. Days after our session, I had a breakthrough in my marriage which allowed me to say things I had been holding back for years. The tension I was holding in my body has also decreased, and I feel peace in a way I have never before known.

Jenn
Portland, OR

Chronic Lyme Disease to a Life I Love

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Through working with Amanda and the Lightning Process my life has shifted from one with many physical, psychological and emotional issues to a life I absolutely love! A life of flexibility, fluidity and focus.

I am recovering from chronic Lyme disease and its myriad symptoms used to consume every waking moment. However, by practicing the LP my various symptoms have either minimized dramatically or have completely disappeared.

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Anxiety and Compulsive Thinking to Peace and Confidence

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I have been seeing Amanda on a monthly basis for NLP coaching since the fall of 2013, and my work with her has had an incredibly positive effect on my personal and professional life.

Through the inspiring visualizations, conscious and empowering self-talk, and positive engagement with the present moment that I have learned to practice through my work with her, I have begun to change the way I think and feel each day. This work has enhanced not only my personal experience and relationships, but also my service work as a personal and academic coach for adults and young adults.

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Apathy and Sadness to Many Magnificent Results

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I was in a tough place. I felt very apathetic, nihilistic and sad. I stopped doing my homework and started avoiding my friends, feeling like I didn’t fit in anywhere. As a result, my grades plummeted and I never accomplished anything. My parents were very concerned about me and, when they heard about the Lightning Process, wanted me to do the seminar. 

So I completed the three-day training and since then, by continuing to use the Lighting Process, have experienced many magnificent results, such as my grades improving and becoming comfortable talking to people and making new friends. My friends and teachers notice that I am more engaged, happier and doing better on assignments and tests. The Lightning Process has truly led me to live the life I love and I am very grateful.

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Instantaneous Shifts in Emotional and Physical Wellbeing

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The Lightning Process has provided me a magical key to living my life fully with confidence, ease and joy. After the three-day training, my blood pressure shifted from 180/109 to 150/75 (which, as a registered nurse, amazes me!), and I now have more energy, approach life more playfully and easily let go of that which is not mine to do. Practicing the LP has shown me how much negative thoughts and beliefs used to undermine my life, and how to change these patterns by making almost instantaneous shifts in my emotional and physical wellbeing.

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Tears of Relief from Flying Phobia

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I did so well flying! I was able to calmly get on the plane and nobody had any idea how massive a change that was for me. I then stayed with the work we did and up we went. Tears fell from my eyes, not with the usual terror and fear, but with relief and wonderment that I was doing this in a new way. Such a monumental change. I didn’t bat an eyelid on the return journey. Even when we had bad turbulence, I just thought ‘No” and carried on with my crossword!

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Anxiety, Stress and Insomnia to Feeling Amazing

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The Lightning Process was recommended by a family member who recognized that stress was greatly impacting my life. My very stressful job, combined with high blood pressure, insomnia, anxiety, restless leg syndrome, migraines, obesity, celiac disease, bone spurs etc. meant that I was not leading a life I loved. I had been actively working on improving my life in many ways and so I looked at this as another “tool” to use to achieve my goals.

The results have been incredible. The first night of the three-day training I overcame my insomnia—sleeping all night without waking up once! And each time I returned to tell Amanda about my progress I became more and more excited about the results. Within five days, my blood pressure dropped from a (medicated) average rate of 128/88 to 110/68. Now I hope to be off my medication! I am able to fall asleep and stay asleep. I am able to reduce anxiety and pain, and eliminate my restless legs. I’m now applying the LP to eating mindfulness, body image and many other things. And I feel amazing! People ask me “what is different?” all the time, and I can’t stop talking about the LP and how it has, and continues to, help me. 

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I Feel Better About Myself Than I Have Ever Felt

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When I first heard about the Lightning Process, I have to admit I wasn’t sure how it might help me. But after much thought and discussion with Amanda, I realized that the two biggest challenges in my life might indeed be helped: low self-esteem and a lifelong struggle with my weight.

As soon as I finished the training, I recognized that I was feeling better. And I continued to feel better and better every day when I practiced the training. Soon I noticed a significant improvement in my self-esteem and self-confidence. Today I feel better about myself than I have ever felt.

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Lifelong Anxieties Overcome

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I asked Amanda if I could write something for her website because I wanted people to know how incredibly helpful, comforting and intuitive Amanda is and how she helped me to use my own positive experiences to overcome lifelong anxieties.  

I know. It sounds incredible/impossible to be able to transform deep-seated feelings or habits with somewhat simple, personal tools, but I did – and YOU can. It’s a wonderful feeling to have this ability at your fingertips and to feel so much more in charge of my life now.

Sara
Portland, Oregon 

Regained Energy, Good Health and Joy

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The Lightning Process has immeasurably enhanced the quality of my life and the lives of those I care for. I am, and have been for many years, the caregiver of members of my family. As a result, I suffered extreme fatigue and frequent illnesses. 

After learning the tools of the LP I have regained energy, good health, and joy and this, of course, has a positive impact on those around me. Amanda is a deeply caring, insightful, and wise practitioner. I felt she held me in a safe place and gently guided me in discovering how to reframe life’s challenges and to overcome them by using the tools she had provided. She is my role model in holding people in a safe, caring and kind place.

Elizabeth
Portland, Oregon