Summary

In this episode, Coach Adam interviews Michelle, a trauma-informed coach, about healing from toxic relationships and setting healthy boundaries. Michelle shares her personal journey as an empath and how she discovered her purpose in helping others. They discuss topics such as codependency, emotional caretaking, trauma bonds, and the challenges of setting boundaries with narcissistic individuals. Michelle emphasizes the importance of self-regulation, discovering one's sense of self, and staying focused on the vision of a healthier and more fulfilling life. She also mentions her membership program and offers practical tools and strategies for healing.

Takeaways

• Healing from toxic relationships requires courage and perseverance.

• Setting boundaries is essential for self-protection and well-being.

• Guilt should not prevent us from setting boundaries; it is a sign that others are not aligned with our values.

• Individuation and discovering our sense of self are crucial steps in healing codependency.

• Self-regulation and staying focused on our vision help us navigate the challenges of healing and setting boundaries.

• Michelle offers a membership program with tools and strategies for healing.

Sound Bites

• "Hold on to courage and keep going."

• "Keep your eyes on where you're going on the vision of the life that you are building for yourself."

• "I don't have an assistant currently, believe it or not, I do everything myself."

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In this episode, Coach Adam and guest Pat Barber discuss the journey of fatherhood and how it intersects with coaching. Pat shares his experience of becoming a father and the challenges he faced in letting go of his own identity and prioritizing the needs of his children. He also talks about the importance of self-reflection and personal growth in being a good coach and father. The conversation highlights the need for a balanced approach to fatherhood, avoiding extremes of toxic masculinity or permissiveness, and instead focusing on unconditional love and setting a strong foundation for children. In this part of the conversation, Coach Adam and Pat Barber discuss the importance of having a baseline understanding of stoicism and other philosophical works. They recommend books like 'Meditations' by Marcus Aurelius and 'Hunt, Gather, Parent' by Michaeleen Doucleff. They also talk about the need for parents to be present, not take themselves too seriously, and create individualized experiences for their children. They debunk the myth that parents should know everything and emphasize the importance of open dialogue and communication with children. Pat shares his family motto: 'Be harder to kill and easier to love.' In this final part of the conversation, Pat and Coach Adam discuss the curated image that Coach Adam portrays on social media and the real person behind it. Coach Adam shares his journey from being a lawyer to becoming a life coach and the impact Tony Robbins had on his life. They also discuss the pursuit of physique in bodybuilding and the potential negative effects it can have on the larger fitness space. Coach Adam shares his perspective on the balance between vanity and soulful journey in fitness. They end the conversation by expressing their appreciation for each other and making plans to go surfing together.

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In this episode, Coach Adam and guest Brett Pike discuss the importance of setting a good example for children and how it shapes their identity and values. Brett shares his journey into homeschooling and creating customized education plans for families. He also talks about his passion for history and how he started writing books and curriculums for children. They discuss the need for children to learn critical thinking, discernment, and financial literacy from a young age. Brett emphasizes the importance of anti-fragility and taking control of education and publishing to provide alternative perspectives and knowledge to children. Brett Pike, founder of Classical Learner, shares his journey of personal growth and building a fulfilling life. He emphasizes the importance of taking responsibility for one's own life and not relying on external factors for happiness and success. Brett discusses the value of family and the joy that comes from building a strong support network. He encourages listeners to overcome self-doubt and limiting beliefs by taking small steps towards their goals. Brett also highlights the power of leverage and building local supply chains to create positive change in society.

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