One morning, Poldi awoke to a world of paralysis. However, through the transformative powers of Neuro Linguistic Programming (NLP) and Hypnotherapy, this remarkable young woman found her way back to a life filled with joy, vitality, and purpose!
Sudden paralysis with no apparent cause
Imagine waking up and being unable to move, and to make it even scarier, your doctors have no idea what has happened. The doctors are even alluding to the paralysis being ‘all in your head’ or just a ‘post covid symptom’.
This is what happened to Poldi two years ago whilst visiting her Mum and daughter in Cyprus, and then she had to make the difficult decision to leave them and return home to the UK for treatment. Leaving her daughter and not knowing when she’d see her next was heart-breaking, and unsurprisingly Poldi experienced a sense of abandonment, with her mental well-being plummeting to its lowest depths including moments of deep despair.
Working in care through covid
Prior to her paralysis, Poldi maintained a full-time role as a care worker, with ambitions to support individuals facing mental health challenges. She worked throughout covid, and her caring nature is joyful. This beautiful young lady has so much to give.
Yet cruelly she became trapped in a body that refused to work properly, and was repeatedly told that the medical profession did not know why – it was soul destroying.
Referred to Natural Life Progressions
Poldi was referred to me by Health Works Cornwall as she was a participant in their programme to help people back into the workplace, and we subsequently worked together for several months. Poldi’s dedication to her recovery is truly remarkable. She dreams of a life beyond the confines of her home, driven by purpose and a return to meaningful work. Her ultimate goals include her daughter returning to their home and rebuilding a fulfilling life together.
Housebound and fearful of further injury
Following several painful surgeries, Poldi came home from hospital. She could walk, using aids, however the level of her pain was excruciating. She was very unstable and the fear of falling became another issue. Not wanting further pain or injury Poldi was almost bedbound, and at best she would spend the day on the sofa.
Confidence became a major issue, and her mental health was plummeting daily. The first time I went to see Poldi for a home visit, she couldn’t even get up to answer the door. When I knocked I heard a timid “come in”, so I opened the door to be greeted by this lovely lady on the sofa. She was unable to move much, with a body full of pain, which showed in her face, and it was heartbreaking.
I was determined to help Poldi start living again by overcoming at least some of her restrictions!
Using hypnotherapy to help with sleep and relaxation
The first hypnotherapy recording I prepared for Poldi focused on her sleep pattern and relaxation, as she had barely slept for months. She suffered with night terrors and the tension in her body exacerbated her pain.
When Poldi next updated me I cannot tell you how much joy there was in her voice when she told me she was now sleeping, and that her pain was easing.
The next time I went to visit Poldi for a home visit, SHE ANSWERED THE DOOR HERSELF! I don’t think I have ever been so happy. She even made me a drink, which I promptly knocked over, but we won’t talk about that! She also told me about her maths and english studies with such enthusiasm; there was light in her eyes and she could see a future again.
Using NLP to increase confidence
We continued working together, and each time I prepared a new recording expanding on Poldi’s needs. Her self confidence grew, and she was venturing outside, even getting on buses which was a major achievement for someone who was scared to go out into the world at all before.
All the NLP techniques and tools were proving invaluable to her, and then one day we started chatting about pets. Poldi loves animals, and has a hilarious cat already. However, she had her heart set on adding a dog to the mix, driven by the ingenious notion that owning a dog would force her to venture outdoors for regular walks!
Meeting Mr Pickles!
I cannot even begin to tell you how proud I am of her for making this commitment and the next time I went I was greeted not only by Poldi’s bright smile, but also by a bounding ball of love in the form of ‘Mr Pickles’. Yes, he is a handful, but he’s a pup so what do you expect?
That said, it is a labour of love for Poldi, and her focus has now moved to caring for him, and mopping puddles, going for walks and soaking up that limitless love. Currently Poldi is looking into getting Mr Pickles registered as an assistance dog, and I have to say, I would love to see this happen.
He is amazing, very sensitive to her needs, and always knows if she is having a bad day (which still happens from time to time). He sits quietly with her when he senses something is wrong, and despite being a young dog, made of ‘bounce’, he knows when he needs to be quiet.
Poldi is a big fan of the singer Pink, and the final proof of her overcoming her anxiety, panic attacks and low self esteem, not to mention the fear of being judged by others when she is out, was her going to see Pink live in concert with her wonderful partner Mark.
This was a major achievement and I was so, so happy!
How NLP techniques can be life-changing
Poldi is resolutely pursuing her studies, and I really cannot wait to hear which direction she goes in next!
Thank you Poldi for working so hard on mastering all the NLP techniques, for sticking with your hypnotherapy programme and for proving that you can do anything with the right approach.
You have gone from being housebound on the sofa, to taking up studies and walking over 7000 steps a day. You are quite simply AMAZING and now you face everything with optimism and confidence, you are unstoppable.
Messages from Poldi
Here are some of the messages I have received from Poldi throughout our time working together:
“Thank you for yesterday, it really helped me get in a deep sleep last night. Look forward to seeing you next week.”
“I thought I would let you know that I am going in to maths today, get on a bus and I am going in even though I really didn’t want to.”
“Thank you I made it to English today and even went food shopping on my own, would not have been possible if I hadn’t been working with you.”
“Thank you for all your help ❤ you have helped me come on so far and get me back to how I used to be or even better, it’s like these things are still there but I just don’t care about them and just get on with it.”
“Before I met you I would have spent the day in bed sleeping but I haven’t… I have got up and now going b&m.”
“You gave me the ability to get my sparkle back and for that I will forever be grateful”
Client testimonial
And finally, here’s Poldi’s testimonial about how I have helped her gain a new lease of life.
“Emma is truly amazing and has helped me so much to heal, gave me tools and the ability to get my life back . I would highly recommend her to anyone!!! If you’re feeling lost or finding it hard to overcome things, because life is crushing you please go and look at her website or Facebook page “
Poldi’s story in her own words
Poldi also wrote her own part of her story that she wanted to share with you:
“I had anxiety and all the things that come along with that, and I was used to structure and routine. But when this all happened I guess my mind and body were in overtime all the time. That broke me, my house become my safe haven for a long time. That in itself caused so many problems for me. Until Nikki (Health Works Cornwall) came into my world, and referred me to Emma (Natural Life Progressions).
I realised that the outside world wasn’t so scary, and step by step I started to get my life back and take control again. Emma gave me the tools to overcome my fears, I had to learn to just let go. I felt like I had become empowered, but I had no idea why.
I use my hypnotherapy recordings that Emma gave me, and now I can do things without fear again, my strength has returned., I am walking without fear, and the first time I got on the bus it was like I had won the lottery. Going to that concert was just incredible, I still can’t believe I did it, all thanks to Emma and her NLP techniques.
I was lucky enough to have a man that will do anything for me. He wants me to believe in myself, and to see the person that he sees when he looks at me!
Poldi x”