Our thought leader for today is Bill Cortright, a best-selling author, keynote speaker, high-level coach, wellness specialist, and, first and foremost, an expert in stress mastery. If you are thinking that stress mastery and stress management are the same, you need to listen to Bill. He breaks down stress mastery and explains why stress management is impossible. He will also help us unlearn the things that only bring stress to our lives.  Let’s dive right in and learn the 7 steps to stress mastery! Disclaimer: This podcast contains affiliate links! That means if you purchase from the companies we promote using the links we provide, we receive a small commission. Thank you for your support! You can see our full affiliate disclosure here. [00:01 - 04:59] Opening Segment Let’s get to know Bill Cortright Bill gives interesting insights about Stress  [05:00 - 10:53] Conflict Resolution  The difference between mastery and skills Bill tells us how to deal with conflicts  A process developed 200,000 years ago Bill breaks down this process  [10:54 - 24:14] Mastery vs. Management  Bill talks about the operating system of the human being Stress management does not work Bill tells us why The biggest challenge for human beings according to Bill The Red Zone and the Green Zone explained  [24:15 - 37:19] Expectations vs. Intentions  Buy at MightyNest and live a hassle-free and sustainable life!  Link below The difference between expectations and intentions explained Bill tells us why love is not an emotion, but something else He talks about the power of self-awareness [37:20 - 49:24] 7 Steps to Stress Mastery  Bill breaks down the science of building habits  Why diet is the first step to stress mastery  How to name the ego that you can’t see  The “M” that answers all problems in the world  [49:25 - 01:02:07] Stoicism  What can you expect from Bill’s podcast?  We talk about the concept of stoicism  Bill tells us why it is still an amazing world [01:02:08 - 01:04:17] Closing Segment Connect with Bill. Links below Final words and announcements   Tweetable Quotes: “Stress mastery is the skill of conflict resolution.” - Bill Cortright “Over millions of years of evolution, the body is designed to support the mind.” - Bill Cortright   Resources Mentioned: Bruce Lipton David Hawkins Book: Ego Is the Enemy Book: The Obstacle Is the Way   Affiliate Partner: Get your first month of the MightyFix for only $3 with the promo code MIGHTYNOW. Buy at MightyNest here (<--linked) or by using the links at everywideningcircles.com/partners!   Email bill@livingrightwithbillcortright.com to connect with Bill. Check out his website and listen to his podcast. Join the Stress Mastery Community here. Ever Widening Circles Link: https://everwideningcircles.com/ EWC Ed: https://ed.everwideningcircles.com/ Donate! https://www.paypal.com/donate/?token=I-nvmUrlbDfU67bRoWWdOhFxiAM_W81jtIFBGCYzfCL6fG8oSUOg9ONIL9WR8LDjLEeYj0&country.x=US&locale.x=US EWC APP: https://everwideningcircles.com/good-news-app-ever-widening-circles-app/ Dr. Lynda's Book: https://www.dr-lynda.com/book/happiness