Omar Pinto Coaching

Would you like some FREE Life Coaching? Each week Omar Pinto (Life Coach, Addiction Recovery Specialist and Certified NLP Practitioner) coaches’ individuals live and unscripted on how to release guilt, fear, anger, anxiety, frustration, and feelings of overwhelm. He helps them uncover and reframe limiting beliefs as well as remove the obstacles and blockages preventing them from making forward progress in their life. And if you are willing, you can join him on his weekly Wednesday call and get coached for FREE yourself. Welcome to the Omar Pinto Coaching Podcast.

OPC 82: The Power of Vulnerability 07/26/2022

OPC 82: The Power of Vulnerability It is not easy to lead a life in recovery, and maintaining that life takes an extraordinary amount of vulnerability. Drinking and abusing drugs fosters a strong sense of shame and guilt that is not easy to overcome. We often feel as though we will never be good enough, or that we will always disappoint our loved ones. Furthermore, we are often afraid to even succeed. The reality is that in order to grow and change we have to become vulnerable and express these feelings to those who are close to us. This episode of Omar Pinto Coaching Podcast, features Omar’s discussion with Joe. Joe is struggling with alcoholism and has been having trouble with staying sober. He has been hiding the feelings of guilt and shame with alcohol. Omar helps Joe process the reasons behind his emotions. Omar tells Joe to figuratively put down the gavel and embrace his own imperfections. He also reminds him of the power of vulnerability and how it fosters connection. Listen now! What You Will Learn in this Episode: [2:19] Joe discusses his struggle with staying sober and avoiding a relapse. [3:13] Omar explains what rehab offers to people and the reasons behind Joe feeling trapped. [5:01] When Joe’s drinking became out of control. [10:36] The ways in which Joe’s previous job allowed him to feel connection and what Joe is trying to feel by drinking. [18:44] The guilt and shame that Joe is trying to bury with alcohol. [20:44] Omar helps Joe uncover the reasons behind his shame and guilt. [24:36] The things that Joe needs to forgive himself for. [32:39] Omar explains the fear of success and why we self sabotage. [37:44] The power of vulnerability and how it fosters connection. [42:00] Omar reassures Joe that it is okay to be truly vulnerable with his wife. [43:03] The group shares how they relate to Joe’s experiences and gives him words of wisdom and encouragement. [48:53] Embracing the perfection of being imperfect and vulnerable. For more information on Omar and this episode visit *************************************** Get 1-on-1 Life Coaching with Omar Pinto! For more information and a FREE consultation go to . *************************************** Explore the Alcohol-Free Lifestyle and Feel Better Now! /episode/index/show/omarpinto/id/23713700

OPC 81: Setting Boundaries with a Toxic Parent 07/19/2022

OPC 81: Setting Boundaries with a Toxic Parent Some of us have loving, caring, and supportive parents. Unfortunately, there are those of us who have toxic parents. They might be addicts, narcissists, or generally abusive. As children we fall into the habit of trying to be seen and heard by our parents, but with a toxic parent that never happens. Once we begin to heal our childhood trauma, we may realize that it is time to start setting boundaries with a toxic parent. Breaking away from a parent that is causing chaos in our lives will bring up enormous amounts of emotions. It may lead to grief, anger, or resentment. Embracing our emotions surrounding our new found relationship with the toxic parent will help us to heal from our childhood family dynamics. This episode of Omar Pinto Coaching Podcast, features Shannon getting to the bottom of her recent binge eating. The biggest stressor in her life is the recent change in her relationship with her mother. Omar helps Shannon process her emotions surrounding setting boundaries with her toxic mother. He reminds her to honor her emotions and accept her mother’s inability to fulfill her needs. Omar emphasizes that she no longer needs to tolerate her mother’s behavior. Damian and Samantha also share their progress updates with the group. Tune in to learn how to handle a toxic parent in a healthy way and the updates on the rest of the group. Listen now! What You Will Learn in this Episode: [3:00] Shannon discusses her recent binge eating disorder diagnosis. [5:10] Omar explains that the first step is softening the pressure that Shannon is putting herself under in her weight loss journey. [7:27] Omar and Shannon discuss the recent stressor in her life that could be triggering binge eating - setting hard boundaries with her mom. [11:11] Honoring the feelings surrounding having a narcissistic mother. [16:10] Accepting that a toxic parent will never be able to fulfill our needs and understanding that we don’t have to tolerate that. [18:21] Damian updates the group on his progress from the last call. [24:12] Samantha shares a new situation that she and her husband are facing. She also discusses her new found peace surrounding their relationship. [38:31] The overarching theme of boundaries and the importance of having the ability to choose for ourselves. [39:44] Julia shares her experiences with setting boundaries with her job. [45:19] Letting go of our need to be valued, needed, and prove ourselves. For more information on Omar and this episode visit *************************************** Get 1-on-1 Life Coaching with Omar Pinto! For more information and a FREE consultation go to . *************************************** Explore the Alcohol-Free Lifestyle and Feel Better Now! /episode/index/show/omarpinto/id/23713184

OPC 80: Addicted To How Food Makes You Feel 07/12/2022

OPC 80: Addicted To How Food Makes You Feel If you are struggling with your health and physical wellness it is important to understand that you are not alone. Admitting you have a problem is always the first step. The next step is figuring out how the problem started. The final step is creating a reasonable and sustainable solution. Just like drugs, food can be addicting because it generates positive emotions when we consume it. Food is necessary to sustain our lives, but just like anything else it can be abused in order to distract us from our feelings. In this episode of Omar Pinto Coaching Podcast, Omar helps Damian heal his relationship with food. Once Damien became sober he began to use food in order to cope with emotions. This is a relatively common experience for individuals who stop using alcohol and drugs. They look to fill the void that drugs and alcohol were filling, and they often turn to food. Omar helps Damian identify the childhood trauma and beliefs that caused the void to begin with. He then helps Damian create a sustainable plan for healing and change. Tune in to learn about how healing our emotional traumas creates healing for our physical health. Listen Now! What You Will Learn in this Episode: [2:19] Damian tells the group about the trouble he is having in regards to his health. [6:54] The consequences of not taking care of your health. [8:52] The way food helps us seek pleasure or avoid pain. [12:24] Omar walks Damian through the last time he felt joy. [16:22] The ways that Damian’s belief that he is not wanted has affected his life. [24:06] How reaching for food can provide us instant gratification. It makes us feel alive and excited. [26:26] The importance of developing a routine that includes joy and excitement. [34:29] Omar helps Damian create a sustainable plan for his health. [42:58] Damian shares some healthy things that he can begin to incorporate into his life. [47:13] The importance of being mindful of nurturing your brain's rewards system when you are trying to reprogram your thinking. [52:39] The group shares their thoughts, words of wisdom, and encouragement for Damian. For more information on Omar and this episode visit *************************************** Get 1-on-1 Life Coaching with Omar Pinto! For more information and a FREE consultation go to . *************************************** Explore the Alcohol-Free Lifestyle and Feel Better Now! /episode/index/show/omarpinto/id/23618519

OPC 79: Holding the Space for Your Children to be Seen and Heard Feat. Sterna Suissa 07/05/2022

OPC 79: Holding the Space for Your Children to be Seen and Heard Feat. Sterna Suissa If you choose to be a parent, then raising your children is one of the most important jobs that you have, but it is also one of the hardest. Family dynamics can be complicated, but it is vital that we don’t pass along our generational trauma. Having the awareness to not repeat negative patterns in our parenting will help our children grow and thrive. As we deal with our own childhood, we simultaneously become better parents. This episode of Omar Pinto Coaching, features Omar’s interview with Sterna Suissa. Sterna Suissa is a parent coach. She focuses on helping parents develop deep emotional connections with their children. The work that she does with parents enables them to foster a calm and loving home where your children can thrive. In this interview, Sterna and Omar discuss the importance of dealing with your own childhood issues in order to break generational trauma. Tune in to learn how to make sure your children feel seen and heard, how to cope with generational trauma, and how to create a loving and healthy home for your children. Listen now! What You Will Learn in this Episode: [4:38] Sterna discusses the factors that go into having a large family. [7:58] A child’s need to be seen and heard and how having that need unfulfilled can affect them in adulthood. [11:15] Generational trauma and the importance of boundaries in family relationships. [17:51] How to see and accept who your parents are and the importance of having compassion for them. [21:08] Sterna discusses how she became a coach for parents. [31:25] Serna’s advice on how to incorporate religion into parenting and the importance of not shaming your children. [33:50] Omar and Sterna discuss the impact of childhood trauma. [39:01] How to reparent ourselves in the ways we never recieved from our parents growing up. [41:25] The ways in which we can own our behaviors as parents and take action to change them. [50:44] How to hold space for our children and practical techniques for healthy parenting. [58:23] Sterna lets us know how to connect with her and shares her final thoughts! Learn more about Sterna here: For more information on Omar and this episode visit *************************************** Get 1-on-1 Life Coaching with Omar Pinto! For more information and a FREE consultation go to . *************************************** Explore the Alcohol-Free Lifestyle and Feel Better Now! /episode/index/show/omarpinto/id/23618384

OPC 78: Is it OK to Recognize my Own Success and Accomplishments 06/28/2022

OPC 78: Is it OK to Recognize my Own Success and Accomplishments Self love is the biggest gift that we can give ourselves. We can often find ourselves looking for love from anywhere, but from ourselves. We try to seek validation from our partners, our jobs, society, parents, and many other outlets. Unfortunately most of the places we turn to are incapable of offering us complete approval and unconditional love. We find that the void simply cannot be filled, until we finally accept that the unconditional love we seek can only come from within ourselves. This episode of Omar Pinto Coaching, starts with Omar and Patrick's discussion on how to navigate Patrick's one year anniversary. It later turns into Omar teaching the group not only the importance, but also how to achieve self-acceptance and self love. Tune in to hear how to stop looking for outside validation and start recieving love from within. What You Will Learn in this Episode: [2:29] Patrick wonders how to celebrate a milestone in his sobriety in a healthy way. [5:08] Patrick discusses why it is so important to him that his wife recognizes his accomplishment of staying sober for a year. [8:38] Omar questions how much Patrick accepts and loves himself. [13:45] How our childhood experiences can set up expectations for our adult relationships. [20:46] Samantha shares her thoughts on Patrick’s situation and how she has managed the unrealistic expectations in her own marriage. [31:55] The cycles of communication in a long-term relationship. [35:00] Julia talks about her realization about how lonely she is and the unhealthy distractions she has developed. [44:56] Omar discusses the importance of realizing that we are enough and breaking through old belief systems that have fostered self-judgment. [50:30] The group shares their final thoughts, encouragement, and compassion with each other. For more information on Omar and this episode visit *************************************** Get 1-on-1 Life Coaching with Omar Pinto! For more information and a FREE consultation go to . *************************************** Explore the Alcohol-Free Lifestyle and Feel Better Now! /episode/index/show/omarpinto/id/23453003

OPC 77: Self-Awareness & Recognizing Our Own Limits 06/21/2022

OPC 77: Self-Awareness & Recognizing Our Own Limits Growth and change can be difficult. Most, if not all, people find change to be extremely uncomfortable, but it is a necessary evil in order to continue on the self-development journey. Ironically, we can often feel the change coming. Before major growth we usually feel restless, irritable, and discontent. This is the time when meditation and connection becomes extremely important. We have to reconnect with our truest intention and purpose in order to manifest the positive change that we need to make in order to keep growing. This episode of Omar Pinto Coaching, features Omar’s interview with Chase Tolleson on Chase’s podcast Primal Man Pathway. Chase and Omar discuss the importance of self awareness and understanding when we need to take time to take care of ourselves. Listen in to learn how to take care of yourself even when caring for others and how to pivot your life in order to meet your own needs in a healthy manner. What You Will Learn in this Episode: [3:20] When Omar realized that personal growth and high level change was important. [7:32] Why consistent growth is important. [10:21] The fulfillment of divorcing yourself from the outcome and marrying the process. [17:40] Omar gets vulnerable about the place he has been in regarding changes that are coming up in his life. [27:11] How healing others can become draining and the importance of making space for taking care of ourselves. [36:28] Looking at how we can make space instead of what we can get rid of. [42:45] The dragon and the lion analogy. [55:25] Omar and Chase share their final thoughts on healing, recognizing limitations, and the importance of creating boundaries. [1:00:18] The meaning that primal has to Omar. For More Information on Chase Tolleson: @coach_chase_tolleson on IG For more information on Omar and this episode visit *************************************** Get 1-on-1 Life Coaching with Omar Pinto! For more information and a FREE consultation go to . *************************************** Explore the Alcohol-Free Lifestyle and Feel Better Now! /episode/index/show/omarpinto/id/23452934

OPC 76: Healthy vs. Unhealthy Coping Strategies 06/14/2022

OPC 75: The Power of Choice With Jolenny Piedra 06/07/2022

OPC 75: The Power of Choice With Jolenny Piedra Humans are unique in the fact that we are blessed with freewill. Free will is both a blessing and a curse, since it gives us the power of choice. Making choices can be a difficult process. We can be influenced by those around us, the information we consume, or the research that we look into. We can also become obsessed with making the “wrong or right” choice. If we begin to make choices that are in alignment with our true vision for ourselves, then we break free from others' expectations and there is no longer a wrong choice. Today, Omar introduces us to Jolenny Piedra. Jolenny is a Trauma-Informed Spiritual Life Coach. Over the past 13 years, she has worked with thousands of clients, holding a space of deep safety, reverence and acceptance as they mapped their own paths from emotional and spiritual struggle back to the light of truth and of love. The practice and heart centered approach of mindfulness, deep soul inquiry, and conscious empowerment has been and continues to be a cornerstone of her coaching practice. In this week’s Omar Pinto Coaching Podcast, Omar and Jolenny discuss the power of making choices that are in alignment with our inner truth and spirit. Tune in to hear how to break free of the fear of making choices and how to begin to make choices that will lead you to fulfillment and peace. What you will discover: [1:11] Jolenny introduces herself and discusses her own coaching and healing journey. [2:12] The power of choice and what it means. [4:50] How choosing to make micro adjustments can change your life. [12:00] Omar talks about the choice he made to drink for the first time and how that choice eventually came full circle. [15:10] How making choices based on alignment releases us from the concept of the “right or wrong choice”. [26:02] Omar and Jolenny discuss how discovering your true self can help you make choices that are in alignment with your personal vision. [36:33] Realizing the fact that there are multiple different ways of responding to being put in the position to make a choice. [44:38] Making the choice to not make a choice in the moment. [55:19] The power of choosing how to view your life. [56:01] Jolenny shares her final thoughts. To learn more about Jolenny, you may find her at: or @sacredsoulliving on all social media platforms. For more information on Omar and this episode visit *************************************** Get 1-on-1 Life Coaching with Omar Pinto! For more information and a FREE consultation go to . *************************************** Explore the Alcohol-Free Lifestyle and Feel Better Now! /episode/index/show/omarpinto/id/23293856

OPC 74: Setting Yourself Up for Pain and Disappointment 05/31/2022

OPC 74: Setting Yourself Up for Pain and Disappointment One of the biggest things we can do to create resentments is to have expectations. The most common individuals that we place expectations on are our loved ones and family members. We often idealize, hope for, or expect our family members to act in a way in which they are incapable of doing. Even if we have seen that they are unable to meet our expectations, we still have them. These types of false expectations only cause us harm. Once we release our expectations and see the relationship with clarity, we can begin to achieve emotional freedom from the attachment. In this episode of Omar Pinto Coaching, Omar helps Julia and Jo Anna process their relationships with their parents. Both of them maintain false expectations of their parents, which has only ended up hurting themselves. Today, Omar helps identify the emotional trauma that the expectations are rooted in and walks them through how to release the expectations and achieve a healthier mindset surrounding their attachments to their parents. Listen in to learn how to learn more on how false expectations cause resentments and the way in which we let go of those expectations. What You Will Learn in this Episode: [0:15] Jo Anna discusses the issues she has had with her father and the situation that just occurred with him this morning. [5:08] Omar asks Jo Anna why her father declining her offer upsets her. [8:19] Omar helps Jo Anna identify her feelings. [14:58] Why Jo Anna sets unrealistic expectations surrounding her relationship with her father. [23:46] How creating awareness can help us accept the reality of a situation and end our unrealistic expectations. [33:30] Alex discusses his new journey back into sobriety and how he relates to Jo Anna. [37:40] Julia discusses how she also relates to Jo Anna and the practices she has put into place to deal with her childhood trauma. [40:50] The blame that Julia puts onto herself, the root cause for why she feels that way, and the solution of self-love. [53:35] Omar helps Julia see the reality of her mother’s alcoholism. [58:43] Julia learns that in order to find peace she must go through the process of accepting, feeling,and releasing the anger. [1:00:38] The group shares their final thoughts and words of encouragement. For more information on Omar and this episode visit *************************************** Get 1-on-1 Life Coaching with Omar Pinto! For more information and a FREE consultation go to . *************************************** Explore the Alcohol-Free Lifestyle and Feel Better Now! /episode/index/show/omarpinto/id/23182964

OPC 73: When I Serve, I Sell with Chase Tolleson 05/24/2022

OPC 73: When I Serve, I Sell with Chase Tolleson Today, Omar Pinto welcomes Chase Tolleson. Chase is a men's life and fitness coach and his Primal Man Pathway Program helps men finally become proud of the man in the mirror - both on the inside and out. With fitness as a staple in his house growing up, Chase learned the value of daily movement and resistance training at an early age. Directionless and bored in school, Chase joined the Navy after four years of "trying" college. After the Navy he found his passion in helping people and ran a boutique personal training gym for 8 years. He now serves men online using language and stories to demolish their inner critics and help them build the body - and life - of their dreams. Today, on the Omar Pinto Coach Podcast, Chase and Omar discuss the importance of service and why it is so important to understand the concept of service as a coach. They cover the topics of humility, accountability, and authenticity. Tune in to learn more about the importance of serving and why being of service to others is paramount to authentic and genuine fulfillment. What you will discover: [0:40] Chase and Omar discuss the concept of, “when I serve, I sell”. [4:21] The importance of showing up, remaining accountable to others, and being of service. [8:55] How being of service has helped Chase accept service from others. [19:48] Omar shares how he learned how to receive. [23:49] How the experience of coaching and sponsorship has been different for Omar. [25:50] Chase shares his story and how he became a coach. [31:27] Chase explains how he helps clients process through ancestral trauma. [37:05] The books that changed Omar and Chase’s perspectives on life. [44:53] Reflecting on how everything happens for a reason. [47:10] Switching our language to a language of support. [49:58] Chase and Omar share their final thoughts. For More Information on Chase Tolleson: @coach_chase_tolleson on IG For more information on Omar and this episode visit *************************************** Get 1-on-1 Life Coaching with Omar Pinto! For more information and a FREE consultation go to . *************************************** Explore the Alcohol-Free Lifestyle and Feel Better Now! /episode/index/show/omarpinto/id/23123189

OPC 72: Road Tripping with Tori Skeen 04/19/2022

OPC 72: Road Tripping with Tori Skeen Are we running towards something, or are we running from something? Often, the answer is both. Sometimes it takes a journey to finally reconnect with ourselves and have the space in order to process our innermost demons. It is often not until we are finally alone, that we are faced with the task of truly processing our past and learning who we are to our innermost core. In this week’s Omar Pinto Coaching Podcast, Tori and Omar discuss her cross country road trip. Tori talks about what led her to decide to live out of her car and travel around the country. She also shares the lessons she has learned so far, and the beauty of being truly alone. The group chimes in with their own personal experiences of travel, and how disconnection of all sorts has changed their lives as well. Tune in, to hear about Tori’s life changing decision and how running away can lead us towards our deepest truths and empowerment. In this week’s Omar Pinto Coaching Podcast: [1:07] Tori shares what the first five days of her cross-country road trip has been like. [6:30] Omar and Tori discuss what it has been like for Tori to be forced to be alone with herself. [8:60] Tori discusses what pushed her to make the life changing decision to live out of her car and travel across the country. [11:57] Patrick asks Tori if the trip has met her expectations. [18:25] Tori and Omar discuss the idea of running toward the person she has always wanted to become, instead of running from something. [21:18] Ted shares his experiences traveling alone as a young man. [34:23] Omar reflects on his own journey moving to a new place as a young adult. [43:13] Processing changes in relationships while alone and in safety. [48:41] How nature brings enlightenment and connection. [52:47] Paul discusses his weight loss journey and how his lack of connection to the internet helped him through his process. [59:44] The group shares their final thoughts on today’s coaching call. For the show notes and links for this episode go to *************************************** Get 1-on-1 Life Coaching with Omar Pinto! For more information and a FREE consultation go to . *************************************** Explore the Alcohol-Free Lifestyle and Feel Better Now! /episode/index/show/omarpinto/id/22843667

OPC 71: Harnessing the Entrepreneurial Spirit with Brooks Meadows 05/10/2022

OPC 71: Harnessing the Entrepreneurial Spirit with Brooks Meadows Becoming an entrepreneur can be a scary process. There is comfort and security within staying in a corporate environment. Sometimes though we can find ourselves unfulfilled from working in the classic nine to five job. We may feel the push towards breaking free and starting our own business. It is important to understand how to harness that energy in order to successfully manifest your dreams. Finding and nurturing your entrepreneurial spirit is not an overnight process. Today in the Omar Pinto Coaching Podcast, Omar and Brooks Meadows discuss their entrepreneurship journeys. Brooks is the co-founder of Chop Club for Men, a health mastery program for busy, professional men that teaches you to improve your health without sacrificing work or family time. He began his coaching career in 2005 and has been coaching full-time since 2013. He specializes in health strategy and telling legendary stories. Today, Omar and Brooks discuss both their successes and failures, and share the valuable lessons that they have learned along the way. Tune in to hear how to harness your entrepreneurial spirit, the steps to take to start your own business, and the mistakes you can avoid making through the wisdom of others. Listen all the way through to hear about how to get involved in Brooks’ mastery program, Chop Club, and the special discount you can get for tuning into this podcast. What you will discover: [5:00] Brooks discusses his background and how he began to cultivate his entrepreneurial spirit. [17:01] The importance of remembering where you come from and that the grass is not always greener on the other side. [21:25] Brooks begins his fitness coaching journey and the life changes that occurred immediately after his decision to pursue coaching full time. [24:17] Brooks’ ego begins to get in his own way and the mistakes he made due to it. [35:28] The first gym that Brooks opened closes down and he shares the effects of that and the lessons he learned from losing that business. [42:35] The new venture that Brooks takes on while unemployed and under financial stress. [52:32] Learning how to say yes to your authentic self. [59:55] Omar discusses the meaning of humility and how it helps nurture the entrepreneurial spirit and helps you achieve success. [1:03:30] More information on Brooks Meadow’s mastery program and how to get involved. Sign up immediately for Brooks’ mastery program and use the discount code "OPC" to save 10% off any option. For the show notes and links for this episode go to *************************************** Get 1-on-1 Life Coaching with Omar Pinto! For more information and a FREE consultation go to . *************************************** Explore the Alcohol-Free Lifestyle and Feel Better Now! /episode/index/show/omarpinto/id/22841867

OPC 70: Recognizing Red Flags when Taking on a New Job 05/03/2022

OPC 70: Recognizing Red Flags when Taking on a New Job A career change is an extremely difficult process. While it is necessary to make a living, it is also important to trust your intuition and find the right career path. It can be conflicting when trying to determine red flags at a new job. We often can question our own judgment, but it is vital that we listen to our inner voice when making career based decisions. In this episode of Omar Pinto Coaching, we have Samantha, she discusses the current internal conflict that she is having with a new job. Omar helps Samantha determine whether or not the red flags that she is noticing at her new job are accurate or ego based. Omar walks Samantha through the self-inventory process in order to discover the truth about her current employment. Listen in to learn how to learn the importance of listening to your internal voice and self inventory when making career based decisions. What You Will Learn in this Episode: [2:15] Samantha explains her current employment transition and the difficulty she is facing with her new job. [4:15] The red flags at Samantha’s new job. [7:47] Omar begins to help Samantha listen to her own inner voice and intuition. [13:10] How Samantha’s ego is getting in the way of making healthy career choices. [26:49] The impact of Samantha’s relationship is affecting her decision making. [30:29] How to communicate and define what support is in relationships. [34:09] Omar talks about why quitting is sometimes the best thing to do. [44:41] The importance of recognizing that you deserve to have what you want. [47:03] Omar helps Missy process through her issues with ending relationships. [56:22] Omar helps Missy create a strategy for ending a current relationship and helps her recognize the importance of standing up for herself. For the show notes and links for this episode go to *************************************** Get 1-on-1 Life Coaching with Omar Pinto! For more information and a FREE consultation go to . *************************************** Explore the Alcohol-Free Lifestyle and Feel Better Now! /episode/index/show/omarpinto/id/22840853

OPC 069: Change Your Story, Change Your Life with Dave Robinson 04/26/2022

OPC 069: Change Your Story, Change Your Life with Dave Robinson Today, Omar introduces us to Dave Robinson. Dave specializes in storywork. Storywork is the process of reshaping both our internal and external belief systems through writing, breathwork, and productive language. Storywork is a four-step process that helps individuals let go of the negative emotions that are connected to past traumas. In this week’s Omar Pinto Coaching Podcast, Dave and Omar discuss the process of Storywork. Dave shares how he was introduced to this methodology and the transformation that occurred when he implemented it into his own life. Tune in to learn more about overcoming negative internal dialogue and the power processing the written words of your inner beliefs. What you will discover: [4:08] Dave and Omar discuss the mastermind class that they are a part of. [7:34] Dave explains his method of story work and how it helps reshape the negative energy surrounding a memory or experience. [15:41] How sharing his story and healing others’ stories changed Dave’s life. [20:28] How Dave met Mark, the man who introduced him to the power of storywork. [26:30] Dave explains his own twist on Storywork and how he helps his clients learn, practice, and become Storywork certified coaches. [34:56] Dave and Mark get together during Covid-19 and Dave begins to start his journey as a Storywork coach. [40:18] Dave goes deeper into his process and what goes into the sessions that he offers in Storywork. [44:09] The impact that plant medicine has had on Dave’s life. [49:40] Omar and Dave discuss how at the end of the day we are all simply love and peace. For the show notes and links for this episode go to . For more on Dave Robinson check out . *************************************** Get 1-on-1 Life Coaching with Omar Pinto! For more information and a FREE consultation go to . *************************************** Explore the Alcohol-Free Lifestyle and Feel Better Now! /episode/index/show/omarpinto/id/22783754

OPC 068: Becoming a Grateful Recovering Alcoholic 04/19/2022

OPC 066: The Follow Up Coaching Call 04/05/2022

OPC 065: Coaching vs. Therapy with Eli Nash and Omar Pinto PART 2 03/29/2022

OPC 065: Coaching vs. Therapy with Eli Nash and Omar Pinto PART 2 What is the difference between coaching and therapy? What does the coaching process look like? Coaching is extremely different from therapy due to the personal healing journey that the coach can share with their client. The process is unique for each individual and is focused on healing, growth, and trauma work. In this episode of Omar Pinto Coaching, Omar and Eli Nash sit down for part two of their conversation and continue to answer the question of how therapy and coaching are different. In part two, Omar and Eli discuss Omar’s approach to coaching and the experiences that led him to coaching.Tune in to hear the continued conversation about the therapeutic value of coaching, the benefits of coaching, and how a personal life coach can start helping you today! What You Will Learn in this Episode: [6:15] The one topic that Omar has difficulty helping others with. [9:26] Omar’s approach to coaching and how he helps others walk through the healing process. [22:56] The instances when Eli refers to a therapist. [28:06] Eli and Omar discuss what their current relationship with 12-steps looks like these days. [33:33] Why consistent work and growth is the key to healing. [26:48] The coaching that changed Omar’s entire life. [43:18] Where Omar’s confidence regarding his coaching methods originates from. [48:49] Omar explains his new program that helps others become coaches too. [1:01:05] Eli and Omar give their final thoughts. For the show notes and links for part one of this episode go to . For the show notes and links for this episode go to . For the show notes and links for this episode go to . *************************************** Get 1-on-1 Life Coaching with Omar Pinto! For more information and a FREE consultation go to . *************************************** Explore the Alcohol-Free Lifestyle and Feel Better Now! /episode/index/show/omarpinto/id/22286294

OPC 064: Coaching vs. Therapy with Eli Nash and Omar Pinto PART 1 03/22/2022

OPC 063: How To Deal With Repressed Emotions When They Finally Make Their Way to The Surface 03/15/2022

OPC 062: Attempting to Drown Your Sorrow, Guilt, and Shame in Alcohol 03/08/2022

OPC 062: Attempting to Drown Your Sorrow, Guilt, and Shame in Alcohol Tragedy can drastically increase the progression of alcoholism and substance abuse. When we don’t properly deal with trauma, we begin to self medicate. In order to properly recover from alcoholism and addiction we must examine and heal from the underlying traumas. In this week's episode of Omar Pinto Coaching Podcast, Omar helps Dan examine his alcoholism and the reasons behind his alcohol abuse. Dan shares his long history with alcohol abuse, and discusses the problems he has identifying as an alcoholic. Omar helps Dan understand his alcoholism and the trauma that triggered it. Tune in to hear about how trauma accelerates substance abuse, the struggle of labeling yourself , and the vital importance of addressing the issues that subsequently led to your substance abuse. What you will discover: [2:22] Dan describes his history with alcoholism. [7:00] The tragic car accident that changed Dan’s life. [19:23] The struggle that Dan has identifying as an alcoholic. [21:43] Omar helps Dan understand that his struggle with identifying as an alcoholic comes from a deeper issue. [24:10] Dan’s aversion to commitment. [28:28] The lessons that Dan’s mother taught him. [30:36] The guilt that Dan experiences due to the car accident that involved a tragic death. [36:34] Omar helps Dan forgive himself and challenges his self-deprecating thought process. [43:16] Omar and Dan discuss his daughter’s death. [45:02] Omar shares the underlying realities of alcoholism and the importance of processing your feelings. [51:05] The group shares words of encouragement for Dan. For the show notes and links for this episode go to . *************************************** Get 1-on-1 Life Coaching with Omar Pinto! For more information and a FREE consultation go to . *************************************** Explore the Alcohol-Free Lifestyle and Feel Better Now! /episode/index/show/omarpinto/id/22242470

OPC 061: Identifying the Underlying Trauma of Addiction PART 2 with Laura Parent 03/01/2022

OPC 060: Running, Moving, or Escaping From Childhood Trauma 02/22/2022

OPC 059: Convincing Your Partner of The Benefits of Working a Recovery Program 02/15/2022

OPC 059: Convincing Your Partner of The Benefits of Working a Recovery Program Do you want to be the kind of person that promotes recovery or the one that lives recovery? In this episode of Omar Pinto Coaching, we have Shauna, she explains her struggles with trying to help her husband to get on the recovery journey. We also have Stephanie explain her childhood traumas and how they’ve led to her having attachment avoidance. Listen in to learn how to continue getting better in your recovery and living your best life to encourage others to follow suit. You will also learn how to let go of your self-sabotaging tendencies and allow peace and happiness to reign in your life. “Nothing that happens inside of us is to harm us; the negative emotions, thoughts, and inner critic are all designed to protect us.” [42:41] What You Will Learn in this Episode: [0:20] Shauna explains her struggles with her husband not willing to get on recovery like she’s doing. [4:23] She talks about her recovery and her husband’s involvement with that process. [10:10] Allowing people with addictions to be really ready for their recovery. [13:10] Learning to be the kind of person that lives recovery over one that just promotes recovery. [17:50] How Shauna can continue to get better to encourage her husband to get on recovery. [22:38] The confusion of being with someone not ready to go down the recovery road. [28:57] Stephanie on her childhood traumas and how they lead to attachment avoidance. [42:27] Letting go of the chaos and the self-sabotage to find the peace and calm you need in your life. For the show notes and links for this episode go to . *************************************** Get 1-on-1 Life Coaching with Omar Pinto! For more information and a FREE consultation go to . *************************************** Explore the Alcohol-Free Lifestyle and Feel Better Now! Join the SHAIR Recovery Community and live alcohol-free - /episode/index/show/omarpinto/id/21890906

OPC 058: Identifying the Underlying Trauma of Addiction PART 1 with Laura Parent 02/08/2022

OPC 57: How to Pivot When Your Current Recovery Pathway is no Longer Serving You 02/01/2022

OPC 57: How to Pivot When Your Current Recovery Pathway is no Longer Serving You Have you ever rewarded yourself for being consistent in the lifestyle you’re creating? It is important that you start focusing on your accomplishments and avoid having a failure mindset. In this episode of Omar Pinto Coaching, we have Ted and Travis as they talk about the struggles they’re facing in their recovery journey. Ted explains his struggles after 78 days of sobriety, getting older, and his need for external validation. Travis shares his struggles with instant gratification and seeking outside validation. Listen in how to recognize you’re doing things for yourself and have to remove yourself from the child-like state of needing external approval. You will also learn the importance of compromising with instant gratification and rewarding yourself to avoid falling back into your addictions. “The things that provide me with instant gratification provide me with short-term results and the things that I get through delayed gratification have much more sustainable results.” [31:36] What You Will Learn in this Episode: [0:17] Ted shares his struggles after 78 days of sobriety and getting older. [3:04] How he’s expressing himself and exercising consciousness with his actions to stay sober. [8:29] How he’s focusing on doing the right thing at the present moment without thinking of the past or the future. [13:17] The negative consequences of seeking external validation and approval. [20:57] How to remove yourself from the child-like state of needing approval and recognize you’re doing things for yourself. [27:06] The difference between things that give you instant gratification vs. delayed gratification. [39:20] How to change your mindset about consistency plus the importance of rewarding yourself. [45:37] Divorce the idea of tying your self-worth to the outcome to stop feeling like a failure. [52:20] Why connecting with people is a great way to stay accountable. [57:56] Start focusing on everything you’ve accomplished and the lifestyle you want to build. For the show notes and links for this episode go to . *** Get 1-on-1 Life Coaching with Omar Pinto! For more information and a FREE consultation go to . *** Explore the Alcohol-Free Lifestyle and Feel Better Now! Join the SHAIR Recovery Community and live alcohol-free - /episode/index/show/omarpinto/id/21735398

OPC 056: Imposter Syndrome, the Fear of Connecting with Others 01/25/2022

OPC 055: The Power of Manifesting What You Want with Anthony Vicino 01/18/2022

OPC 054: Don’t Be Afraid to Fail 01/11/2022

OPC 053: Learning to Give and Receive Love 01/04/2022

OPC 052: My Exploration into Plant Medicine and Psychedelic Assisted Treatment 12/28/2021

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