Shannon Testimonial

Summary

Shannon, a highly accomplished martial artist and founder of Fifth Wave, shares her journey of overcoming self-doubt despite years of success in the martial arts world. Through her training in NLP and hypnosis, she transformed her mindset, allowing her to embrace her worth and achievements. This transformation culminated in her induction as 'Woman of the Year' in the United States Martial Arts Hall of Fame. Now, Shannon integrates martial arts, self-defense, and mental wellness techniques to help others, especially survivors of trauma, achieve personal healing and growth, demonstrating the profound impact of mindset on success.

Takeaways

• 😀 Shannon is a fifth-degree black belt in Taekwondo and a brown belt in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, with extensive experience in martial arts and holistic healing.
• 😀 She is the President of the Tongsido Karate Association Northwest and the owner of Fifth Wave, a company focused on integrative mental and physical wellness.
• 😀 Shannon has been practicing martial arts since childhood, starting at age 8, and began her spiritual and personal growth journey about four years ago.
• 😀 Before working with neuromasters, Shannon struggled with feelings of unworthiness, which hindered her ability to accept success and accolades.
• 😀 Shannon utilized NLP (Neuro-Linguistic Programming) and hypnosis to overcome self-limiting beliefs, leading to greater personal growth and receptiveness to opportunities.
• 😀 She was inducted into the United States Martial Arts Hall of Fame as 'Woman of the Year' in 2023, marking a significant moment in her career after overcoming personal challenges.
• 😀 The recognition was particularly meaningful for Shannon, as she had previously felt unworthy of such honors despite her martial arts accomplishments.
• 😀 Shannon now aims to help others achieve mental and physical wellness, combining martial arts with NLP, hypnosis, and traditional therapies to heal trauma and promote wellness.
• 😀 She is a certified trauma-informed instructor, working with survivors of sexual assault, sex trafficking, and domestic violence using her therapeutic skills.
• 😀 Shannon believes mindset is key to success, emphasizing that thoughts shape behavior and, by improving one's mindset, people can unlock limitless potential.
• 😀 Reflecting on her own transformation, Shannon encourages others to seek NLP and hypnosis training, sharing that these methods have completely transformed her life, both mentally and physically.

Q & A

What is Shannon's primary area of expertise?

Shannon is a fifth-degree black belt in Tongsido Karate and a brown belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. She is also the President of the Tongsido Karate Association Northwest and the owner of Fifth Wave, an integrative holistic company focused on mental and physical wellness.

How long has Shannon been involved in martial arts and personal development?

Shannon has been involved in martial arts since the age of 8 and started Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu around 13 years ago. She began her personal and spiritual development journey approximately four years ago.

What challenge did Shannon face before engaging in training with NLP and hypnosis?

Shannon struggled with feelings of unworthiness, despite her accomplishments in martial arts. This internal sense of lacking made it difficult for her to fully embrace success and the recognition that came with it.

What specific training did Shannon undergo to overcome her self-limiting beliefs?

Shannon participated in NLP (Neuro-Linguistic Programming) and Rapid Hypnosis training, which helped her eliminate self-limiting beliefs and achieve a sense of worthiness for her accomplishments.

How did Shannon's perspective on success change after overcoming her challenges?

After her transformation, Shannon realized that she was truly worthy of her accolades and that overcoming her internal blocks allowed her to embrace success and be a beacon for others seeking permission to succeed.

What notable recognition did Shannon receive after her transformation?

Shannon was inducted into the United States Martial Arts Hall of Fame as Woman of the Year in 2023. This recognition marked her third induction, but this one held particular significance as it followed her personal growth and overcoming of various obstacles.

What role does Shannon play in helping others through her work?

Shannon is the owner of Fifth Wave, where she integrates martial arts, self-defense, NLP, hypnosis, and psychotherapy to provide holistic mental and physical wellness. She also works as a certified trauma-informed instructor, helping survivors of sexual assault, sex trafficking, and domestic violence.

How important does Shannon believe mindset is in achieving personal success?

Shannon believes that mindset is absolutely paramount. She emphasizes that behavior stems from a person's state of mind, which is shaped by their thoughts, values, and beliefs. A positive and empowered mindset drives positive actions and results.

What advice did Shannon give to her past self before undergoing any training?

Shannon would advise her past self to seek out an NLP practitioner, preferably through Neuromasters, to explore the benefits of hypnosis and NLP. She believes that these tools can unlock limitless potential for anyone.

How has Shannon's transformation affected her daily life and interactions with others?

Shannon's transformation has significantly impacted her neurology and physiology, leading to changes in her thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. This shift has improved her physical health, training habits, diet, and sleep patterns, and has made her a source of inspiration for others who ask about her success.