Mastering Your Mind: Brendon Watt on Overcoming Addiction and Embracing Authenticity
Episode Overview
Happiness as an inside job and accessing consciousness Embracing vulnerability and finding internal fulfillment Breaking the stigma around addiction and mental health The power of questioning conditioned thoughts Inspiring self-acceptance and commitment to sobriety
I actually like myself. I like who I am, and that's taken me a while to even get close to being able to say and actually mean it.
Ever felt like your thoughts and emotions are running the show? In this episode of 'Behind The Smile', Ash Butterss chats with Brendon Watt, a global speaker and best-selling author, who knows a thing or two about taming that inner chaos. Brendon, a facilitator for Access Consciousness and a fellow traveler on the road to sobriety, dives into the nitty-gritty of what it means to truly show up for yourself.
They discuss how happiness is an inside job, the art of accessing deeper consciousness, and the importance of not letting your thoughts and emotions dictate your life. Brendon shares his raw and real experiences with relapse, shedding light on the discomfort of facing one's true self and the journey from seeking external validation to finding internal peace. His candidness about his struggles with alcoholism and mental health aims to break down the stigma and encourage others to embrace their vulnerability.
Through his personal stories, Brendon highlights the power of questioning our conditioned thoughts and being present with uncomfortable emotions. If you're looking for inspiration to seek your true self and live a fulfilling life free from addiction, this conversation is a must-listen.