From NICU Nurse To Naturopath & The Power Of Mentoring With Geraldine Headley
A common pathway for the budding natural health therapist is from nursing into naturopathy. To explore what it's like to straddle the boundary of conventional and holistic therapies, I spoke with Geraldine Headley.
Geraldine is a naturopath, hypnotherapist, herbalist, nutritionist, coach and ex-NICU nurse.
Geraldine has dedicated her focus, not just as a clinical practitioner, but as an educator and mentor. Her extensive industry knowledge helps bring her experiences into her teaching, promoting an unrivalled level of authenticity and guidance, confidence and nurturing with a hint of sass!
In this episode, Geraldine shares:
How she got started on her journey as a multifaceted health practitioner
All about the different careers she has experienced and the transitions between them
The progression of her business from the beginning up to the current day
Some of the benefits she found in lecturing as well as working in the same industry
The importance of reflecting on the bigger picture during periods of slow business
Why her failures as a practitioner lead to valuable learning experiences
Using the knowledge of learning experiences to plan future business endeavours
Having balance and variety amongst the jobs in your career
Why it is important to set boundaries and spread your business aspects across multiple areas to take care of yourself
How she measures her own success
The importance of having a mentor and connections within the industry to bounce ideas and for support
All about her Graduate Mastery Program and the Academy
And so much more!
Interested in learning more about Geraldine’s Graduate Mastery Program and the Academy? Check them out here.
You can find Geraldine via her website or follow her journey over on Instagram @proactivhealth and @mentoringwithgeraldine or on Facebook at Mentoring with Geraldine.
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