In this episode of Trauma Rockstars, Michael Brandt, a certified health and wellness coach, discusses the importance of health coaching in the context of mental health, particularly for individuals in remission from depression and anxiety. He emphasizes the role of accountability, setting SMART goals, and the need for personalized approaches to recovery. The conversation also touches on the gaps in research regarding mental health treatments, the impact of medication, and the significance of resilience and self-advocacy in the healing journey. Michael shares his personal experiences with depression and the transformative power of finding one's unique path to recovery.

Takeaways

Health and wellness coaching is essential for individuals in remission from mental health issues.
Setting SMART goals can significantly aid in recovery and self-efficacy.
Accountability is a crucial component of achieving personal goals.
Journaling is a powerful tool for establishing priorities and reflecting on progress.
There is a growing recognition of the importance of health coaching in the medical community.
Research on the long-term efficacy of antidepressants is limited and often inconclusive.
Personal stories of recovery can inspire hope and resilience in others.
Trauma can have a profound impact on mental health, often requiring deeper exploration.
Each individual's healing journey is unique and may require out-of-the-box solutions.
Being your own hero is a vital mindset for personal growth and recovery.

Sound bites
"Journaling can be so powerful."
"You can be your own hero."

Get in touch with Michael for coaching:
https://facebook.com/michaelbrandt
Website: https://mjbrandt.com/
Email: coach@mjbrandt.com

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"You have to appreciate who you are."

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Health and Wellness Coaching
11:53 Understanding Remission and Mental Health
18:51 The Importance of Accountability in Goal Setting
24:25 Personal Journey and the Drive to Help Others
27:51 Understanding Mental Health Challenges
30:20 Exploring Alternative Therapies
32:45 The Importance of Resilience
35:42 Defining Mood Disorders
38:44 The Role of Trauma in Mental Health
46:23 Finding Hope and Support
52:43 Be Your Own Hero

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trauma, remission, health coaching, wellness, mental health, depression, anxiety, SMART goals, resilience, personal growth

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In this powerful episode of Trauma Rockstars, host Tracy sits down with Erin Snow, the founder of Seacoast Listening Lounge. Erin bravely shares her personal trauma history, the heavy weight of silence she carried for 30 years, and the incredible relief she found after finally speaking up and filing a police report.
​Erin’s story is a testament to the fact that healing has no expiration date. From her early childhood trauma to her 17-year career in the legal system as a victim advocate, she explains how she turned her pain into a passion for helping others find their voice.

​What you’ll learn in this episode:
​The impact of childhood trauma on personal relationships and finding your voice.
​Why silence can be like a 'cancer' and how speaking up brings empowerment.

​The role of the Seacoast Listening Lounge is to provide a safe, judgment-free space.

​Navigating guilt: Why the burden belongs to the offender, not the survivor.
​Healing as a 'dress rehearsal' for life.
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00:00 Introduction to Trauma Rockstars and Erin Snow
02:48 Erin's Early Life and Trauma Experience
06:04 The Impact of Trauma on Voice and Relationships
09:13 Finding Purpose in Advocacy and Justice
11:59 The Decision to Report: A Personal Journey
14:53 Support Systems and Healing
17:46 The Role of Seacoast Listening Lounge
21:08 Encouragement for Survivors to Speak Up
23:59 Navigating Guilt and Responsibility
26:48 The Importance of Listening and Sharing Stories
30:10 Challenges in Speaking Out About Trauma
33:01 The Healing Power of Talking
35:50 Practical Steps to Seek Support
39:06 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

​Takeaways for Survivors:
✅ Your timeline is the only one that matters.
✅ Advocacy can stem from personal pain.
✅ Speaking up is a form of reclamation.
✅ Listening is a powerful tool in the healing process.

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🌐 Website: http://seacoastlisteninglounge.com

​Trauma Rock Stars; Healing Journey; Childhood Trauma Survivor; Mental Health; Break The Silence; Survivor; Empowerment; Podcast Life

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Welcome to Episode 29 of Trauma Rockstars!

​Is it possible to reset your nervous system after years of trauma? Today, Tracy sits down with the world-renowned Dr. Eugene Lipov, a pioneer in the Stellate Ganglion Block (SGB) treatment.

​In this deeply informative episode, Dr. Lipov explains why he calls this procedure The God Shot and how it has achieved an 80% success rate in alleviating PTSD symptoms for veterans, children, and trauma survivors.

​In this episode, we discuss:
✅ The science behind the 10-minute SGB procedure.

✅ Why traditional therapy fails for some and how The Godshot bridges the gap.

✅ Treating children (as young as 8) and even animals with PTSD.

✅ The truth about ADHD over-diagnosis and screen addiction.

✅ Dr. Lipov’s upcoming book and his mission to rename PTSD to PTSI (Post Traumatic Stress Injury) to remove the stigma.

​ Pre-order The God Shot book: thegodshotbook.com

Timestamps:
00:00 - Introduction to Trauma Rockstars & Dr. Eugene Lipov
02:15 - The Aha moment: From Pain Medicine to PTSD Cure
05:56 - Success Rates: Why SGB works 80% of the time
10:12 - Why it’s called The God Shot
15:54 - How the brain remembers trauma (The Biological Basis)
18:42 - Amazing Story: Treating rescue dogs with PTSD
21:56 - Setting Boundaries: Why you can't be calm while triggered
25:19 - ADHD or Trauma? Treating children as young as 8
30:02 - Psychedelics in Therapy: The Good, The Bad, and The Dangerous
34:20 - The Future of Treatment: Renaming PTSD to PTSI
45:14 - Dr. Lipov’s TED Talk & Final Words of Hope

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Connect with Dr. Lipov:
Email: elipovmd@aol.com
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Instagram: instagram.com/dreugenelipov
Website: dreugenelipov.com

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