Episode 290

Overcoming Negative Self Talk for Greater Inner Peace and Growth with Stephan Neff

Published on: 19th March, 2024

In this episode, I'm joined by Stephan Neff, whose journey explores overcoming negative self talk, building resilience and personal development. Throughout his story, Stephan reminds us of the destructive nature of addictive behavior and that healing starts with acknowledging we're not alone in our struggles. Due to unresolved trauma, he attempted to medicate until an intervention directed him to confront the situation.

Stephen didn't stop with becoming sober, he continued to push forward with personal development, changing his environment and perspective. He began journaling, which was the key to slowing down his thoughts, revealing harmful thought patterns. Let's get ready to uncover the secrets of removing self-limiting beliefs and beginning journey into personal growth.

In this episode, you will be able to:

· Discover how personal growth can lead to lasting freedom from addiction.

· Uncover the powerful benefits of journaling for a healthier mind and heart.

· Explore the deep impact of trauma on the journey to overcoming addiction.

· Learn strategies to build self-worth and resilience for a brighter future.

· Understand the pivotal role of community and mentorship in both breaking free from addiction and personal development.

The key moments in this episode are:

00:11:55 - Consequences and Emotional Struggles

00:17:31 - Taking the First Step at Rehab

00:22:09 - Shifting Perspectives

00:31:48 - Uncovering Lies and Healing

00:35:25 - Recognizing and Dealing with PTSD

00:37:20 - The Power of Hypnotherapy

00:42:50 - Self-Reflection and Journaling

00:47:50 - Taking Action and Seeking Help

Connect with Stephan Neff

Website

http://www.neffinspiration.com/

LinkedIn

https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephan-neff-author/

Instagram

https://www.instagram.com/neffinspiration/

Facebook

https://www.facebook.com/neffinspiration

Connect with Mike Forrester

Podcast Website

https://LivingFearlessTodayPodcast.com

Coaching Website

https://www.hicoachmike.com/

LinkedIn

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

Youtube

https://www.youtube.com/@hicoachmike

Facebook

https://www.facebook.com/hicoachmike

Instagram

https://www.instagram.com/hicoachmike

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About the Podcast

Living Fearless Today
Helping men break generational cycles, heal the father wound, and become a better husband and dad.
You swore you'd be a different kind of father than the one who raised you. Then one day you caught his words and tone coming out of your mouth. You felt the same distance creep in at home, and wondered how much of him you're still carrying despite the promise you made to yourself.

Living Fearless Today is a podcast for men who are done repeating the patterns they grew up with. Host Mike Forrester has stood where you're standing. Every week he brings honest conversations and practical tools for the parts of a man's life that rarely get said out loud: the father wound you never named, the anger that shows up with the people you love most, the marriage that's gone quiet, and the man you still want to become.

The show helps you understand the past that shaped you. Then you take an honest look at where you stand today as a husband, a father, and a man. From there you start building the future you actually want, one choice at a time, instead of drifting into the one you were handed and currently living out.

Episodes cover identity, anger, shame, marriage and fatherhood, relationships, self-worth, courage, emotional intelligence, legacy and purpose, and the brotherhood that the vast majority of men are missing. If you've looked for how to break generational cycles, face a father wound, handle anger as a dad, or become a better husband and father, start here.

The cycle can end with you. Press play and take the first step toward becoming the man you needed when you were young.

About your host

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Mike Forrester

Mike Forrester is a men's transformation coach, founder of the Living Fearless coaching programs, and host of the Living Fearless Today podcast. His insights, methods and stories of overcoming childhood trauma, dyslexia and loss of loved ones have been featured on various podcasts, including Hanging Onto Hope, Extreme Health, Own Your Life Own Your Career and Think Unbroken.