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# [Career Change and Personal Transformation](https://www.integrativenutrition.com/blog/2012/09/career-change-and-personal-transformation)

 Written by [Integrative Nutrition](https://www.integrativenutrition.com/blog/author/integrative-nutrition) | Jun 8, 2024 12:45:44 PM

While training to guide others to health and happiness is at the core of the Integrative Nutrition curriculum, many students undergo a personal transformation in the process.

Nancy Lamb, 2012 graduate from Snoqualmie, Washington, is a prime example of a busy professional who has built a brand new, [holistic life](http://blog.integrativenutrition.com/2009/03/living-a-holistic-life).

**What led you to explore the **[**Health Coach Training Program**](https://www.integrativenutrition.com/curriculum)**?**

My prior field, technical communications, was on the decline, and my job contract had ended. I’ve been passionate about health and nutrition for decades, and while doing some online research, I came across Integrative Nutrition. It was the only program I found that truly inspired me.

**How did your life change after enrolling?**

I grew so much during the yearlong program. I've made some changes in my diet – eating fresh healthy foods the majority of the time, and raw foods whenever possible. Through dietary changes, I ended the chronic pain that plagued me for years, and I even lost some weight. But my biggest change wasn’t physical. It’s that I am happy, focused, and - for the first time in 20 years - continually joyful and excited about life!

**That is so inspiring, Nancy! Which topics in the curriculum were most beneficial for this transformation?**

I loved learning about Functional Medicine, Energy of Foods, Ayurveda with [John Douillard](http://blog.integrativenutrition.com/2012/07/announcing-the-integrative-nutrition-board-of-advisors), and superfoods with [David Wolfe](http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8fekN_zgyjs&list=UUkav3dFxrkVROt82AzfJodg&index=11&feature=plcp). So many of the [speakers](https://www.integrativenutrition.com/curriculum/speakers) opened doors to topics that intrigued me, and sparked a deep interest in furthering my knowledge of health and nutrition.

**What are you doing now?**

As a recent graduate, I am building a Health Coaching Practice focusing on clients who are ready to make a change in their life and end their challenges with chronic pain, digestive issues, emotional eating, and post-traumatic stress disorder.   

**It sounds like you’ve found your niche! What makes your practice unique?**

I listen and recognize that each of my clients has individual needs. I make suggestions for changes that will work for them specifically. I work with people who are successful in their careers, but have ignored their health, and I help them find their way to a healthy lifestyle.

**How do you help your clients be successful?**

I lead people to see the beauty that is their gift, help them embrace it, share it, and live it fully. What I share with my clients is the balance of living an authentic life.

I couldn’t do that without acknowledging that I am my favorite client and biggest success. After the year at Integrative Nutrition, I am excited and motivated for the first time in two decades. I've found courage, resilience, focus, and I am full of ideas.

**I love your positive spirit! You are a valuable part of the **[**ripple effect**](https://www.integrativenutrition.com/about-us/mission)**. What do you love most about your work?**

I love working with motivated people who need extra help to make things happen. I love that I am constantly filled with ideas and have the time and flexibility to nurture my dreams. I love that I can focus on my passions and share them with others in ways that help me, help them, and help the world.

**Connect with Nancy:** 

[Website](http://www.ramblinlambwellness.com)  
[Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/RamblinLambWellness)  
[Twitter](https://twitter.com/ramblinnan)

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