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Walks With Greg

“Between stimulus and response there is a space. In that space is our power to choose our response. In our response lies our growth and our freedom.” ~Viktor Frank

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I suspect that if you have landed on this page you are probably experiencing some form of disturbance such as overwhelm, anxiety, depression, fear, heartbreak, or loss. Yes, even the loss of a deeply loved pet.

These feelings can and do show up in every humans’ life and are a very normal part of our journey. However, there are times when circumstances such as a job loss, loss of a loved one, substance attachment, relationship breakup—just to mention a few—intensify our normal experiences of feelings to levels that leave us feeling paralyzed. I, too, have experienced this.

Western culture is embedded with the notion that troubles are to be avoided and numbed rather than experienced and moved through, into freedom. We tend to call troubling experiences “bad” but in truth they are merely unwanted. They are unwanted because they tend to make us feel not-in-control and ungrounded.

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"When I first met Greg I was a medical student, facing the biggest exam of my life. I had previously been on antidepressant /anxiety medications before exams, and I was dreading that inevitability.  Up to that point I was struggling with confidence of being worthy of becoming a physician, aka imposter syndrome. I was in an unstable relationship with my boyfriend and facing a very uncertain future. Greg’s calming nature and presence made me realize he had figured something out, that I wanted to feel. I wanted to stop feeling so anxious and that life was such an uphill battle. I was invited to meditate with him. Meditation Is not something I was very familiar with or knew much about, but I needed to do something. So one day, I just showed up. I got to soak up some of that calming spirit that he takes with him. I already felt better. I would learn over walks, car rides, emergency calls and when my relationship with my boyfriend  ended; that I am not broken. I would start the conversation feeling enraged at other people in my life or heartbroken and leave feeling the purpose in all of it. I learned my true value, that I am enough. I have better relationships with everyone after coaching. And if you must know I passed that Medical exam. I am in the healthiest relationship of my life and I skydive in my freetime. Greg was not only excited to be a part of my journey but feels honored. What I love most about coaching with Greg is that he is not just a coach, he is a friend and a mentor. Now even years later, I receive inspirational stories, quotes and memes on a daily basis as a reminder of not only his support but his love."
Jaime Hajjari MD, Emergency Medicine
"Greg has done more for me as a person by being a mentor and "Sherpa" than anyone else in my life.  He has a unique way of bringing out truths you already know and feel inside, but for one reason or another, have them suppressed.  He has helped me better align my head and heart and to understand Love is the most important force in this world.  I am a better father, husband, and business leader because of our many hours of conversations."
Ed Kluber
"When I first started walking with Greg, I was broken. I was exhausted from the battle of life, tired of trying to figure out where I fit in. I ran into Greg by chance and we started talking. I immediately knew that there was something special about Greg. Little did I know he would show me that there was something special about me too. Walking with Greg is like waking up to yourself. It feels like coming home to who you have always been. Every single time I am with him, when we walk, when we talk, I learn so much more about my true self. I can shed the facade of the world around me and simply be. What a gift to know someone who can help me on my journey. Greg sees your soul. He doesn't see all the flaws or ugliness that we believe we hold. He knows that beneath all of the things we have taught ourselves to see, lies our true selves. The us that we have always been. And that is where the light dwells. And that is where Greg leads you. Such a beautiful gift."
Bernadette Fortune
"Greg was there always giving encouragement and wisdom when I felt like I could turn to no one. He lead me to the lessons of true self love and true appreciation for everyone and everything in my life. The universe will give you what you need when you need it and he was a teacher and friend that I despretly needed. He helped me change the lens that I viewed my life through and made me realize how magical it is even when it doesn’t feel that way. Greg is an amazing person that will hold space for you to be your vulnerable true self and you can trust him with your heart."
Lindsey
"I spent many years in traditional therapy, in an office across from a therapist who was going to “fix” me. During my first meeting with Greg, he assured me there was nothing fix and from there, we set out on a beautiful, and sometimes difficult and painful, journey to discover my freedom!! As your Sherpa, Greg will help you discover the gIfts that are within you. And simultaneously, you will discover the gifts that are all around you. I pray for your courage as you discover your truth. Greg will help you see with your soul eyes, that everything belongs."
Cathy Paradise
“On this learning journey of discovering our purpose, mantra, san kulpa; a guide is paramount. “Greg as my guide was transformational for me and my purpose. Greg brought a presence and commitment that allowed me to bring down my guard, to eventually discover the deeper joy always within. The journey is still our own, yet walking with one who has been on the path makes all the difference. I encourage you to take the first step.”
Michael Huber,
Registered Investment Advisor
Candidate for South Dakota House
Founder of SD Yoga for Inmates
“A few years ago, my son had an addiction to drugs.  I was devastated on what to do. Everything I did to try and stop his behavior was not working. I was lost!  One day after I kicked my son out of the house for using, I was in a state of not knowing what to do. Sure, I had kicked my son out many times and always took him back in, believing his lies that he stopped using; but that day was different. I had to reach out to someone for help.  I was tired of thinking, “if I don’t do something soon my son will end up dead.”  Greg was recommended to me through a friend of mine.  A life coach? What the heck is a life coach? I met Greg and after talking with him, I was hoping he could help. He walked with my son many mornings talking to him and mostly I think, letting my son talk.  After a few months, my son agreed to go to a treatment center and has been drug free for over 2 years.  I am so thankful for Greg helping my son and walking with me through that time of my life.  My son’s addiction and Greg’s information to me, helped me with my transformation; accepting God’s work in me.  Greg helped me see my true self and to understand by seeing with the eye of the heart.”
Jennifer
"It is difficult to put into words just how profoundly walks with Greg have changed my lens on life. Very simply put it was a shift from fear to Love. Walks with Greg will open your eyes to another perspective revealing that we are all truly One. He will not give you his opinions…you will come to your own knowing and see the gift in everything that comes to you in this journey we call Life, both the wanted and the unwanted events. I have grown and awakened to the person that I have always been and stopped letting the world dictate and tell me what I should be…I now know who I am…I am Love and Light…we are all Love and Light! You will find your way my friend.”
Kellye
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What do I mean by the phrase “Walks with Greg”?

Walks with Greg are very simply a journey through that which brings disturbance. I refer to my gift and what I “do” as being a Sherpa. Sherpa’s guide one up the “mountain” but they do not climb for you. Instead of avoiding disturbing emotions we move into them and discover what they have come to teach. Which, by the way, is always a deepening of love, peace and freedom.

If you are experiencing something similar to what I have mentioned above, I will tell you that you are most likely being summonsed to a life of deeper love, peace and increased freedom. My role is to walk along side (guide) as you make these beautiful discoveries.

You are not broken or defective and you will come to know this.