With so much going on in the external world, many of us have shifted our focus outwards. The problem is, when we put our attention on the outer world, we neglect our inner selves.

We hold more power over ourselves than we realize, but by agonizing over the events of the past year, many of us have got trapped in the cycle of renouncing control.

What would happen if we reclaimed our power, and how would we do that in the first place? In a world filled with so many distractions, is zoning in on our inner selves even a possibility?

In this episode, author, transformational writer, teacher, and consultant, Oliver JR Cooper shares how to awaken in a time of turmoil.

The key to overcoming external drama lies in looking at what’s taking place within us. -Oliver JR Cooper

Three Takeaways 

• How our inner world impacts our outer world:
  
  Human beings, collectively, are holding onto so much unintegrated trauma that when something happens in our external environment, it triggers our wounds. By working on the issues within ourselves, we can decrease and even eliminate the outer drama we experience. 
  
  
• The importance of acknowledging our trauma:
  
  Many of us can’t bring ourselves to talk to others about what we’ve gone through, and often that’s because we don’t want to admit it to ourselves. When we accept that we have trauma, it’s easier to move forward.
  
  
• How to maintain a state of mindfulness:
  
  Unfortunately, there is no one-off solution to awakening. We have to consciously and intentionally work on our inner selves over time to see a positive change.

Guest Bio- 

Oliver JR Cooper is an author, transformational writer, teacher, and consultant. He first got onto the path of self-awareness in 2003, when he lacked self-confidence and felt he had no control over his life. Over time, he came to the realization that childhood trauma was the root of his issues, and began journaling as a way of coping. He later began writing articles on psychology, and to date has written 2535 articles on the subject. Oliver is passionate about helping others and believes in finding personalized solutions to help all his clients overcome their unique struggles. 

To find out more about Oliver, his books, and his courses, visit:

https://www.oliverjrcooper.co.uk/ 

The onset of COVID-19 brought a lot of turmoil into our world, but that doesn’t automatically spell doom and gloom. All of humanity is facing a dark night of the soul, but there is a light at the end of this for those willing to look.

The pandemic has forced most of us to confront our traumas head-on. While that’s enough to make any of us uncomfortable, it’s also the vital first step we need to take towards collective healing. 

What can we do to facilitate the healing process for ourselves and others? How can we use our newfound connectedness to create a better world for all who live in it?

In this episode, tech pioneer, visual artist, and composer at MindTravel, Murray Hidary shares how to connect with ourselves, others, and the world around us.  

There’s something powerful about going through this trauma together. -Murray Hidary

Three Takeaways 

• How to make a difference in the world:
  
  No matter where our expertise lies, we all have a role to play in making the world a better place. Tap into individual talents to create something that is of service to others.
  
  
• Why we need to recondition our mindsets:
  
  We’ve been taught to believe that we go through life on our own, but that couldn’t be further from the truth. Once we start believing we’re all in this together, there’s nothing we can’t achieve collectively. 
  
  
• How to engage with others more effectively:
  
  Doing unto others as we’d have them do unto us is one thing, but we could take that a step further. We’re all connected more than we realize, so we should be treating people as an extension of ourselves. 

Guest Bio- 

Murray Hidary is a multi-disciplinary artist and tech pioneer. He is also the creator of MindTravel, an experiential music company dedicated to helping audiences connect to each other and their surroundings, and move them to purpose through music. Murray’s work with MindTravel has been featured on various media platforms, including among others The Doctors. 

To find out more, head to:

https://www.mindtravel.com/ 

https://www.murrayhidary.com/ 

https://www.facebook.com/mindtravelmusic/posts 

https://www.instagram.com/murrayhidary/?hl=en
https://www.linkedin.com/in/murrayhidary 

https://www.youtube.com/user/murrayhidary 

When we’re not living with intention, it’s easy to accept a mediocre existence. However, we shouldn’t settle for drifting through life. It’s not enough to survive, we should be aiming to thrive. 

Luckily, many of the things that hold us back can be changed if we become more in tune with ourselves.

Which habits are stopping us from reaching our full potential, and what can we do to break them for good? How can we actively surround ourselves with the right influences that improve our lives, rather than laying stagnant? 

In this episode, Chief Energy Officer at E3 Lifestyle, Jeremy Abramson shares the THRIVE acronym for cultivating the lives of our dreams. 

Don’t settle for mediocrity. -Jeremy Abramson

Three Takeaways 

• How our thoughts impact our health and wellbeing:
  
  Many people wake up to the same thoughts every day, but doing so is more harmful than we may realize. By constantly thinking about what’s happened in the past, we fall into the rearview mirror syndrome, which can ultimately cause inflammation and weaken our immune systems. 
  
  
• How to increase the likelihood of sticking to positive habits:
  
  A lot of the habits we have today stem from moments we have emotional attachments to, like rewarding ourselves with a treat for good work. We can replicate that feeling by actively thinking about how things like exercise and a healthy diet will make us feel. 
  
  
• How to establish strong relationships with the right people:
  
  We’ve all heard about the importance of surrounding ourselves with the right people, but doing so requires some work on our part. To attract a particular type of person, we have to embody those traits on our own, first.

Guest Bio- 

Jeremy Abramson is the Chief Energy Officer at E3 Lifestyle. He is passionate about creating workplace environments that promote movement, community, and creativity.  In addition to being a high-level coach, he is also the host of The Energy Exchange Podcast. 

To find out more, head to:

http://thejeremyabramson.com 

http://thejeremyabramson.com/podcast/

https://www.instagram.com/coachjeremy305/?hl=en

https://www.linkedin.com/in/coachjeremy305 

You can also email him at ja@e3lifestyle.com

Western medicine has led us to believe that each part of our lives needs to be treated separately, but that couldn’t be further from the truth. If we want to thrive in all aspects, we need to move towards a holistic solution.

By becoming more in tune with our minds, bodies, and souls, it’s easier to integrate past traumas and truly heal. In turn, we’re able to do what we were put on this earth to do, which is to give and receive love. 

The problem is, with so many of us being taught to compartmentalize our lives, many of us simply don’t know how to increase our consciousness. 

How can we break the cycle and start taking action towards a more fulfilled existence? What can we do to take back control of our well-being?

In this episode, Medical Director of Pedre Integrative Health and President of Dr. Pedre Wellness, Dr. Vincent Pedre shares how we can heal at all levels. 

Everything is integrated, and everything matters. -Dr. Vincent Pedre

Three Takeaways:

Why we need to pinpoint where we feel our traumas:

Our psychological state has a big impact on our physical bodies, so to heal ailments holistically, we have to be aware of where we feel our emotions. Be mindful of physical sensations when feelings like sadness or anxiety arise. 

How to stop the cycle of downplaying emotions:

Society has conditioned men to believe showing emotion is not masculine, and as a result far too many internalize their feelings instead of dealing with them head-on. Break the cycle by acknowledging that emotion is a human experience and encouraging other men to embrace displaying their feelings. 

How to break the habit of feeling like a victim:

Everything we do is a choice, and once we realize this we can step into our power. We have what it takes to create our own reality, we just need to be willing to take responsibility for our lives.

Guest Bio- 

Dr. Vincent Pedre is the Medical Director of Pedre Integrative Health and President of Dr. Pedre Wellness. A Board-Certified Internist and Functional Medicine Certified Practitioner, Dr. Pedre uses a blend of both Western and Eastern medical traditions to provide an integrative, systems-based approach to well-being. He is passionate about helping patients find the best course of action for their needs, and his holistic approach incorporates positive, preventative health and wellness lifestyle choices. Dr. Pedre is also the author of Happy Gut®️: The Cleansing Program to Help You Lose Weight, Gain Energy and Eliminate Pain. 

To find out more, go to:

https://www.happygutlife.com/

https://www.unitednaturals.com/

https://www.instagram.com/drpedre/?hl=en

https://pedremd.com/

Books mentioned in this episode:
Estrogeneration: How Estrogenics Are Making You Fat, Sick, and Infertile by Dr. Anthony G. Jay https://www.amazon.com/Estrogeneration-Estrogenics-Making-Sick-Infertile/dp/1946546011