Becoming the Heroes of Our Own Lives

The Curious Ulsterman

Are you ready to conquer your fears and take control of your life? Our guest, Colt Gordon, a U.S. Marine Corps veteran and seasoned therapist, is back on the show to guide us through the labyrinth of mental health. Together, we navigate the uncharted waters of fear, anxiety, and resistance. With Colt’s expert insights, we discuss exposure therapy, a systematic approach that empowers us in overcoming our fears, thus enabling us to live out our fullest potential.
Shedding our comfort zones is another pivotal topic we dissect in this enlightening episode. Break free from the chains of traditional family roles and seize your independence to cultivate a life defined by your terms. Colt introduces an intriguing technique, 'fly on the wall,' an effective tool in realigning our values and goals. It’s an out-of-body experience that fosters personal growth and ushers in a surge of mental well-being.
We wind down with an exploration into the realm of discipline and negative self-talk. Here, Colt shares invaluable personal strategies on productivity and organization. We dive deep into the paradox of how discipline can actually set us free. Unravel the secret to mitigating negative self-talk through a path of acceptance. We dissect the intriguing dynamic between desires and objectives, the struggles of authenticity, and the ultimate impact of being true to oneself. Inspired by the Lion King, we conclude with a rousing discussion on how our scars and individuality can lead us to become the 'kings' of our lives. Embrace this enlightening journey of personal transformation, growth, and mental health as we uncover the secrets to becoming the hero of your own story.
If you want to hear more mental health advice from Colt you can find his podcast and Instagram below:
The Colt Gordan Podcast - https://open.spotify.com/show/1AoDh5AnYJzjLiGwxbc0nd?si=bA0FVOYzRt-bVQi_r0egkw
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/colt.gordon/
Check out Colt's other podcast "Knights And Dragons" that he hosts with repeat guest on this podcast Dylan Bain(from "The Fiscally Savage" Podcast)
Knights And Dragons - https://open.spotify.com/show/1PGGCDiUW4KNEdk6Z84VJC

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1. Overcoming Fears and Achieving Mental Health (00:00:00)

2. The Journey to Becoming More Selfish (00:10:59)

3. Fly on Wall Technique for Self-Transformation (00:23:21)

4. Using Discipline and Overcoming Negative Self-Talk (00:29:27)

5. Struggles of Authenticity and Balancing Desires (00:45:10)

6. Exploring Fear, Transformation, and Personal Growth (00:58:21)

7. Becoming the King of Your Life (01:07:12)