We caught up with the brilliant and insightful Nima Hamvatan a few weeks ago and have shared our conversation below.
Hi Nima, thanks for joining us today. What’s the kindest thing anyone has ever done for you?
My martial arts instructor, Benito Martinez. Without a doubt, he has been one of the greatest teachers in my life. I was at my lowest point when I encountered him at the park. He recognized the potential in me, while many others did not. He gave me the opportunity to be the hero of my own story. His passion for his work and people inspired me in many ways. I have learned that It is a privilege to give.
Nima, love having you share your insights with us. Before we ask you more questions, maybe you can take a moment to introduce yourself to our readers who might have missed our earlier conversations?
I was born and raised in Tehran, Iran. In 2011, I moved to Houston, TX along with my family. I truly appreciate spending my childhood in Tehran. It allowed me to see different cultures and interact with different people. Through my interactions with friends, family, and strangers, I noticed a common denominator: A lack of connection within ones’ self. On the surface, It was anxiety, depression, obesity, etc (some of which I experienced myself). Deep down, it was Trauma, fear, and self-limiting beliefs.
I currently work 1 on 1 with Clients who struggle with anger management, victimhood, fear, and unresolved childhood trauma. I incorporate Martial Arts and Breath-work as a tool for many clients.
I am also the co-founder of Roots of Boxing. A community where Benito Martinez and I teach the fundamentals of Boxing to people who lack self-esteem or have the desire to learn self-defense. We also offer Strength and Conditioning Bootcamps as well as Meditation and Breath-work sessions.
Have you ever had to pivot?
I had many changes in my beliefs, career, and life as I started to go inward and face my shadows. Meditation was the first pivot in my life. It brought me to the realization that I had been living in fear and being the victim of my own life for so long. I was lost, following the crowd, and living through autopilot mode. As I continued to deepen my practice, I came across plant medicines, self-development books, breath-work practices, and trauma-based programs that brought me closer to myself through new perspectives. At that point, I knew what had to be done. I knew which direction would lead me to more growth. It was to face all my fears and create core values in my life. That’s when I had a calling to begin my Martial Arts career. Through the teachings of my instructor along with my commitment, I learned to not only protect myself, but to set boundaries, stand up for myself, and be authentic no matter what. The balance of Meditation and Martial Arts awakened me to my truth: Guide people through their inner work, find what is holding them back, and relearn to live their life authentically.
Putting training and knowledge aside, what else do you think really matters in terms of succeeding in your field?
Experiences. I only teach what I have done myself. We can have all the knowledge in the world, but if we never learn to embody it and implement it in our life, it will be useless. In other words, I am a student of life. By choosing to face my fears and putting myself in uncomfortable situations, I better understand who I am. Knowing myself translates into my leadership as a coach and allows me to feel more connected with clients.
Contact Info:
- Instagram: nimahamvatan_
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nima.hamvatan/
- Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcNLLZfqZW-QNfsPpNySbKg
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