EVEN MORE about this episode!Ready to discover how personal freedom is a trainable skill? Our guest, Bob Gardner, unveils his remarkable journey from battling addiction, bipolar disorder, and suicidal thoughts to finding true inner freedom. He asserts that freedom isn’t a magical pill, but a skill that can be honed. Bob provides insightful techniques on how to train our thoughts and reactions, and how to build a body memory of freedom. His story is not just about survival, but also thriving amidst adversity.Drawing from Bob's riveting training experiences with martial arts masters, we delve deeper into the art of managing our emotional states. The profound wisdom from these journeys has served as a catalyst in understanding the power held by our emotions, and how we can train our bodies to transition seamlessly between them. We also explore the spiritual aspect of martial arts and its remarkable impact on fostering extraordinary physical feats.But there's more! This episode explores the connection between chronic pain and the brain, the impact of nutrition on emotional states, and the concept of energy healing. We also delve into a new technique to master our emotions, offering a holistic view on healing and self-discovery. Wrapping up the episode, we have an introspective discussion on reality, perception, and life's purpose. This enlightening journey is packed with life-changing insights, mind-bending realities, and practical techniques that can help transform your life. Listen in, and let's explore this path of self-discovery and healing together.Guest Biography:Bob Gardner is the Founder of The Freedom Specialist, a body-based approach to happiness, health, and well-being. He is also the author of the book Built for Freedom and host of the inspirational podcast Alive and Free.Episode Chapters:(0:00:01) - Finding Freedom(0:12:54) - Overcoming Stress and Training Emotional States(0:21:16) - Martial Arts and Spiritual Power(0:31:40) - Pain and the Brain Connection(0:42:36) - Energy Healing and Intuitive Healing(0:46:09) - Nutrition and Emotional States(0:59:54) - Exploring Reality, Perception, and Life's PurposePlease join Julie next week with your question.Thursdays at 8pm ET, 7pm CT, 5pm PT.https://askjulieryanshow.comAnd, please leave a five-star review and subscribe so you can hear all the new episodes.Sponsors & RecommendationsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.