Hannah Downey
Level 2
Derry, Ireland
Instructor Level
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Hello, my name is Hannah Downey.
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My first ever immersion in the method was the Wim Hof Winter Expedition in the snowy mountains of Poland with Wim Hof and 100 others. I’m not going to lie, at the age of 21 this came as quite a shock to the system. A complete mind-opener, it felt like my belief system rerouted itself. To truly feel alive, the emotions, the challenges, the people, the nature, the spirit, the strength, everything from that week was a representation of what I wanted from life. It just made sense.
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From a young age I had battled with anxiety and depression. Up until the week I went to Poland I had felt it creeping in again. On top of that I was painfully shy and struggled to speak up for myself. But at the end of that week I looked at them instructors and Wim and I thought there’s no way that will not be me. The practice of the breathe, cold and mind regulated my hormonal imbalance, alleviated my anxiety, give me an antidote for depressive episodes and also launched me into this journey of self confidence.
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CONFIDENCE
CON FIDERE
WITH BELIEF
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I spent the whole year pre becoming certified travelling all over to participate in events, gather teachings from Wim and instructors, I participated a lot of times to fully grasp the method and how to deliver it onto others. Uncovering layers of self and really experiencing a deep coming of age.
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In a nutshell, the method for me is a mind-opener, joy, deep cleansing, a happiness boost, constant renewal, strong community and pure alignment.
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Now, I host full-time in all different countries, having epic adventures, creating unimaginable experiences, collaborating with other amazing instructors, to be able to share an ounce of what I have learned is really an honour and I am in a state wonderment and awe of the consistent growth that comes from it- not just for me but for everyone.
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Wim’s life and who he is as person is a real inspiration. The amount of lives impacted by this great man who moulded this great method is epic. Participating with him then working alongside him has lit a fire that will not go out. Wim Hof's goal for the world is 'Happiness, Strength and Health', which I am absolutely delighted to be apart of sharing.Â
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Join me in the joy.
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Hello, my name is Hannah Downey.
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My first ever immersion in the method was the Wim Hof Winter Expedition in the snowy mountains of Poland with Wim Hof and 100 others. I’m not going to lie, at the age of 21 this came as quite a shock to the system. A complete mind-opener, it felt like my belief system rerouted itself. To truly feel alive, the emotions, the challenges, the people, the nature, the spirit, the strength, everything from that week was a representation of what I wanted from life. It just made sense.
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From a young age I had battled with anxiety and depression. Up until the week I went to Poland I had felt it creeping in again. On top of that I was painfully shy and stru...
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