Conversations with Megan Forrest

Today we’d like to introduce you to Megan Forrest.

Hi Megan, please kick things off for us with an introduction to yourself and your story.
My path to becoming a Somatic Coach started with discovering this work first as a client. I was deep in a process of healing having recently left a very painful and toxic relationship that flipped my life upside down. I was questioning all areas of my life – my relationships, my purpose, why was I here and what did I really want in life?

I hired my first coach and our work together radically transformed my life. I reconnected to my true Self, liberated my voice, uncovered my purpose, reformed my relationships and established a daily spiritual practice. The depth of healing and transformation possible through this work was so inspiring that I enrolled in an apprenticeship to learn how to facilitate this same methodology of Somatic + Psycho-Spiritual healing. It was the first time I experienced the flow that comes with following your heart’s passion – the right teachers appeared, financial abundance flowed so I could invest in more trainings, expired relationships faded and new aligned connections grew naturally.

I continued to say yes to studying anything that lit me up – Tantra Yoga, Bhakti Yoga, Kundalini Activation, Somatic Energy Healing – which has shaped my practice into an authentic offering of what I love, and what I know works firsthand.

I’m sure it wasn’t obstacle-free, but would you say the journey has been fairly smooth so far?
Beginning any new endeavor is both exciting and scary! As I mentioned I did experience a lot of ease and flow externally as I walked towards the opportunities my heart and soul desired, but I had a LOT of internal blocks. I navigated many waves of imposter syndrome, a huge fear of being seen, and patterns of perfectionism as I built my business.

One of my mentors taught me that in this work, our path is our business and vice versa. Every obstacle is fuel for my own growth and liberation, and ultimately supports me in becoming a more embodied and dynamic facilitator. You can only guide others as deeply as you have traveled yourself.

Over time you develop an inner-trust and you remember the expansion that waits beyond the challenge. That’s when the relationship to obstacles starts to get fun, you can taste the freedom on the other side.

Appreciate you sharing that. What else should we know about what you do?
My primary offering is Somatic Coaching supporting clients in their growth and healing in the realm of relationships. I work with a lot of clients coming out of heartbreak or divorce, struggling with a current challenging relationship, or working through their attachment patterning and relational skills in dating.

No matter where they’re at, the work always begins with their relationship to themselves. We focus on cultivating internal organization and creating a secure base from which healthy, aligned relationships can flourish. The somatic approach takes us deep into the subconscious which opens up powerful pathways for healing around self-worth, sexuality, purpose and expression. We unwind old patterns and bring forward new clarity and courage to live in alignment with their authenticity.

I also offer Kundalini Activation which is a surrender-based energy transmission practice for students interested in Spiritual development. This is a very beautiful and powerful mystical practice that allows for emotional catharsis, access to higher states of consciousness and a deepening of our connection with the divine.

What fulfills me the most is witnessing the increase in their capacity to love that arises in every client – both for themselves and those around them. As we shift the focus from ‘fixing’ to cultivating more acceptance and compassion within ourselves, we naturally become more generous to extend compassion and acceptance to others. That ripple effect is a big part of what inspires me to do this work.

Alright so before we go can you talk to us a bit about how people can work with you, collaborate with you or support you?
I work with clients 1:1 in private coaching containers, all held virtually which allows me to support men and women around the world. I offer Kundalini Activation sessions both 1:1 and for small groups. For those interested in working together, I offer free discovery calls to explore their goals and what the path forward looks like before we dive in.

Contact Info:

• Website: https://www.megan-forrest.com
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/meganforrestb/

Image Credits
Marc Patrick
Annie McElwain