In this conversation, Egan De Los Cobos shares his profound journey through holistic healing after a life-altering accident involving his son. He discusses the physical and mental health struggles that followed, including PTSD, and the importance of seeking help. Egan emphasizes the role of nutrition, sleep, and stress management in recovery and how he transformed his experiences into a career in health coaching for first responders. His story highlights the interconnectedness of mental and physical health and the necessity of addressing both for true healing.
Takeaways
Egan's journey began as a firefighter paramedic.
The life-changing accident involved his son and led to PTSD.
Physical symptoms emerged after the accident, including joint pain and skin issues.
Egan struggled to find answers from medical professionals.
He discovered the importance of mental health in physical healing.
EMDR therapy was pivotal in addressing his PTSD.
Nutrition and lifestyle changes significantly improved his health.
Sleep and stress management are crucial for recovery.
Egan became a health coach to help others in similar situations.
Asking for help is the hardest yet most important step.
Titles
From Trauma to Triumph: Egan's Healing Journey
The Silent Struggles of First Responders
Sound bites
"Stress affects your health."
"Healing is not linear."
"You need to ask for help."
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Egan's Journey
03:10 The Life-Altering Accident
06:02 The Aftermath: Physical and Mental Health Struggles
08:51 Seeking Help: The Path to Understanding PTSD
12:10 The Turning Point: EMDR Therapy and Healing
14:55 The Road to Recovery: Health Coaching and Gut Health
17:43 Empowering Others: Egan's Mission in Health Coaching
34:24 Unpacking Trauma and EMDR Therapy
36:22 The Importance of Stress Management and Gut Health
39:34 Fueling the Body: Nutrition and Exercise
41:28 The Role of Supplements and Healthy Habits
44:16 Healing Journeys: Non-Linear Progress and Personal Experiences
49:22 Addressing Root Causes: The Importance of Asking for Help
