From Stress to Inner Peace through Meditative Practices with Brett Cotter: Part 1

01/24/24 • 54 min

Navigating the waves of trauma and stress can feel like a lonely voyage, but with the guidance of Brett Cotter, a seasoned stress and trauma relief specialist, you will know you are not alone. This heartfelt conversation traverses Brett's personal saga from confronting trauma to creating the groundbreaking Stress is Gone program and authoring "Three Keys to Managing PTSD." Brett shares profound insights on how meditation can serve as a compass for anyone on a quest for tranquility, blending the wisdom of Eastern and Western philosophies to chart a course toward emotional healing.

You will hear about various meditative practices, including the intriguing exploration of the void—a sanctuary for introspective voyages and intuitive guidance. The episode is a testament to the power of introspection and the pursuit of our deepest passions. From the wisdom of contemplating life's fragility to the cathartic release of creativity, the dialogue weaves through the essential threads of existence.

Listeners are invited to harness their unique talents, turning pain into artistic expression and aligning with the universe's grand tapestry. Join us for this exploration of personal growth and discovery, where the goal of each breath is not to merely exist, but to thrive with purpose.

Brett had so much wisdom to share with us, so this conversation was longer than usual, and it was split into 2 parts. Tune in next week for part 2 with Brett Cotter.

Key highlights:

Exploring Meditation and Mindfulness
Accessing the Void
Putting Yourself First
Prioritizing and Living a Fulfilling Life
The Process of Creating Amidst Challenges
Healing Trauma and Creating From Love
Fear of Death and Overcoming Pain
Unlocking Pain to Find Purpose
Vulnerability, Healing, and Finding Your Tribe

Connect with Brett Cotter:

Website: stressisgone.com
Get Brett’s book: Three Keys to Managing PTSD
Instagram: @stressisgone

Connect with Alison:

Instagram: @alisonanswers | @lagercounseling
Website: LagerCounseling.com
YouTube: Alison Answers
Facebook: Alison Lager Lcsw Casac
Purchase Alison’s book: “The Wake Up Call”
Alison Answers Facebook Group: Join HERE
Women of Excellence FB group: Join HERE

Brett had so much wisdom to share with us, so this conversation was longer than usual, and it was split into 2 parts. Tune in next week for part 2 with Brett Cotter.

Key highlights:

Exploring Meditation and Mindfulness
Accessing the Void
Putting Yourself First
Prioritizing and Living a Fulfilling Life
The Process of Creating Amidst Challenges
Healing Trauma and Creating From Love
Fear of Death and Overcoming Pain
Unlocking Pain to Find Purpose
Vulnerability, Healing, and Finding Your Tribe

Connect with Brett Cotter:

Website: stressisgone.com
Get Brett’s book: Three Keys to Managing PTSD
Instagram: @stressisgone

Connect with Alison:

Instagram: @alisonanswers | @lagercounseling
Website: LagerCounseling.com
YouTube: Alison Answers
Facebook: Alison Lager Lcsw Casac
Purchase Alison’s book: “The Wake Up Call”
Alison Answers Facebook Group: Join HERE
Women of Excellence FB group: Join HERE

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Unveiling Traumas and Embracing Healing with Edit B Kiss

Join in as Alison welcomes the incredible Edit B Kiss, a holistic mentor and success habit coach with a fascinating journey from petroleum engineering to becoming a Reiki master and life coach. Listen in as Edit unveils her approach to healing traumas, emphasizing that many of us carry scars from past events we may not even recall. She walks us through understanding triggers, exploring how seemingly minor childhood experiences can leave profound emotional imprints on our adult lives. Discover how uncovering and releasing these traumas can lead to a life of joy and fulfillment.

Explore the transformative power of Source Memory Therapy with Edit, who shares her expertise in healing emotional wounds through communication with the unconscious mind. She introduces us to techniques like muscle testing and visualization, designed to unearth and address deep-seated negative emotions tied to past traumas. Edit stresses the importance of forgiveness, both of self and others, as a vital step in healing. This conversation is an enlightening journey into the structured approach required to clear emotional blockages, even those extending to ancestral and karmic levels.

This discussion extends into the realm of spirituality, as Edit and Alison contemplate the roles of karma, past lives, and spiritual resilience in shaping our present experiences. Edit shares insights on how actions in previous incarnations might influence our current life decisions and highlights the practice of karmic healing. The episode also touches on the significance of intuition and setting goals, featuring Edit's Elevate program, which fosters profound change and personal growth. To close, Edit delves into her book "On the Healer's Journey," a guide and resource for those on their path to spiritual awakening and self-discovery. Tune in for an episode filled with wisdom, transformative practices, and Edit's inspiring mission to assist others in healing and growth.

Key highlights:

Healing Trauma Through Source Memory Therapy
Understanding Triggers and Karma
Karma, Past Lives, and Spiritual Resilience
Intuition, Setting Goals, and Spiritual Connections
"On the Healer's Journey" Book Discussion

Connect with Edit B Kiss:

Website: editbkiss.com
Instagram:@editbkiss
Elevate group program: elevate.editbkiss.com/elevate-group-program
YouTube: youtube.com/@MagicalKarmaPriestess
Get Edit’s book: On the Healer's Journey

Connect with Alison:

Instagram: @alisonanswers | @lagercounseling
Website: LagerCounseling.com
YouTube: Alison Answers
Facebook: Alison Lager Lcsw Casac
Purchase Alison’s book: “The Wake Up Call”
Alison Answers Facebook Group: Join HERE
Women of Excellence FB group: Join HERE

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From Stress to Inner Peace through Meditative Practices with Brett Cotter: Part 2

We’re back with part 2 of this episode with Brett Cotter. This was such an insightful and inspiring conversation with Brett that went longer than our normal episodes, so we split it into 2 parts. If you haven’t already, check out part 1 with Brett first.

Brett Cotter has over 20-years experience helping people break free from stress, anxiety, and traumatic memories. He has brought his signature method to Fortune 500 companies, hospitals, schools, non-profits, military bases, disaster sites, and world-renowned retreat centers. Brett's approach is a compassionate blend of Eastern and Western philosophies.

In part 2 with Brett, he shares about his experiences with facing fears and the power of surrender. Brett and Alison uncover the beauty of a pressure valve release, allowing years of emotional build-up to wash away. Listen in as they call in an 'army of love' to combat your deepest hurts, discussing the struggle of applying healing principles to yourself that you readily offer to others, and the existential questions that arise when contemplating life's temporary nature.

Brett also navigates the spiritual pathways of retreats and coaching sessions, illustrating their impact on personal metamorphosis. Brett highlights the importance of finding a supportive community, and how connecting with one's tribe can provide a sanctuary of upliftment during life's challenges.

Key highlights: