Elevated Man Podcast with Apollonia Ponti  How To Turn Pain Into Power Coach Andres Roadmap to Overcoming Fear w/ Coach Cynthia Do you feel like you haven't moved from your trauma? Do you feel like you want something new but are scared of doing it? If you're at a place where circumstances are not in your favor, then this is the best time to start being your best self, but how?  In today's special podcast episode, Coach Cynthia is joined by special guest Coach Andres, who will provide insights on transforming adversity into empowerment through his Roadmap to Overcoming Fear.   As a life coach known for his work under the banner of Coaching with Andres, he fosters a positive mindset for personal growth, professional development, and navigating the challenges of losing a loved one. Coach Andres is dedicated to assisting individuals in reaching their optimal selves, irrespective of their circumstances. Coach Andres knows how hard it is to think positively under stressful situations.  Coach Andres candidly shares his journey of overcoming traumatic situations. His transformative experience led him to achieve his best self and inspired him to guide others in overcoming their obstacles. Experiencing the best quality of life, and being their best self.  So, If you're struggling with overcoming trauma, staying positive, and just trying to be your best self, then this is the podcast episode for you! Key points in this special episode:  2:07 - Who is Coach Andres? Coach Cynthia will introduce him, what he does, and his inspiration to be a coach. 3:22 - We all have fear, but is it holding you back? Coach Andres starts introducing the idea of how to overcome that fear. 4:19 - To overcome fear and to be empowered, you must accept failure. Coach Andres explains that most people must learn to fail and overcome it. 6:48 - How do you turn pain into power? Coach Cynthia explains a lot of men in this modern world are overcome by the stress of their daily lives and the expectations placed on them. Coach Cynthia advises on how to overcome those stresses of life. 8:19 - Coach Andres explains the traumatizing life experience that made him who he is today. 8:47 - Sudden changes can contribute to the cycle of pain. Coach Andres talks about how he didn't process sudden changes like moving and the pandemic—turning him to relieve stress from exercising. 10:13 - Coach Andres discuss his journery of relearning how to walk again after his accident. 12:12 - We always forgive but never forget. When coach Andres discusses how some people suffer in their pain by not learning how to open up and let other people help them. This contributes to their relationships and often why they might have difficulty maintaining one. 14:12 - Coach Cynthia asked Coach Andres how he was motivated to get his body moving and healthy again. What was the click for him to start doing the work? 16:00 - Attitudes and egos kick In a time of hardship. Coach Andres explains how his ego and aggressive attitude thought he could recover quickly and walk again. He explains that this attitude wouldn't help him recover and that he must learn slowly through trial and error. 19:54 - Often, putting on a strong face doesn't mean it will help your quality of life. Coach Andres talks about how being strong for yourself and others wouldn't help you. Ask, lean on family or friends, and most importantly, seek support or advice. 22:03 - Coach Andres advises to help men turn pain into power. His most important advice Is to to surround yourself with people who are overcoming their hardships and are now thriving, join a support group, and talk to people or look up people who have gone through the same hardships as you. Being inspired to improve is a way to get motivated to overcome hardships.  Get more Coach Andres on:  Website; https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCRtP-4zvbNB-EOEDet5dU6g "I love Apollonia; her tips have helped me with my dating!" <---- If this sounds like you, please consider following me and