"Changes come from within. It needs to be intrinsically motivated." – Brie Valletto

Brie Valletto is a renowned clinical expert specializing in existential work and mental health coaching. Her journey from existential dread to professional success empowers her current mission: helping individuals transform personal challenges into profound awakenings. As a clinical coach, Brie integrates her strong clinical background with her dedication to exploring existence, identity, consciousness, health, and meaningful living. She is also a co-host of the podcast "Death and All The Rest," which addresses life, death, and everything in between.

Episode Summary:

In this illuminating episode of "Oh, My Health… There Is HOPE!" host Jana Short engages in an eye-opening discussion with the insightful Brie Valletto. Known for her work as a clinical coach with a focus on existentialism, Brie delves into her personal journey through trauma and existential crises, highlighting how these experiences have shaped her professional path. The conversation orbits around mental health, personal transformation, and the importance of setting boundaries and promoting self-care to cultivate a meaningful life.

Brie Valletto shares her unique insights on overcoming a challenging past, emphasizing the power of change and self-discovery. She explores the concept of having an "unshakable nervous system" and speaks to the reverse nervous system, where high-functioning individuals who thrive under pressure may eventually face burnout. Her clinical insights into anxiety, anger management, and the empowerment found in personal change are particularly resonant. Valletto tells listeners, "We can't control change in other people," emphasizing the importance of individual agency and growth.

Key Takeaways:

• Change Comes From Within: Brie emphasizes the importance of intrinsic motivation for personal transformation, noting that sustainable change must be driven by personal desire rather than external pressure.

• Empowerment Through Challenges: Valletto highlights how personal struggles, such as those stemming from trauma or existential dilemmas, can lead to profound personal growth and meaning.

• Understanding Boundaries: The episode explores the critical role of boundaries, stressing that they are for personal well-being rather than trying to control others' behaviors.

• Stress and Health: The discussion touches on how chronic stress and a high-stress lifestyle adversely affect physical health, advocating for the need to listen to one's body.

• Existential Coaching: Brie introduces her approach to existential coaching, focusing on how individuals can craft fulfilling lives by understanding their identities and purpose.

Resources

• Death and All the Rest Podcast: Spotify- https://open.spotify.com/show/1yuBjCiqebStMrl7mPFtN5?si=Zl5qkkcGSPCHxxVmrwxEJg&nd=1&dlsi=80f3b4aa629540fb

• Death and All the Rest Podcast: Youtube- https://www.youtube.com/@Death_andAlltheRest

• Coaching websites (we serve two different types of clients):
  Rev: https://revhumandesign.com/home
  MVG: https://www.privateclinicalmanagement.com/

• Social media:
  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/Death_AndAllTheRest/#
  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brie-valletto-m-ed-lcpc-ncc-a21a73158?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=android_app

• Linktree: https://linktr.ee/brievalletto?utm_source=linktree_profile_share&ltsid=c797a787-679f-4ffd-b034-c0dc4dc0f6c9

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