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Oh, My Health...There Is Hope!


Mar 30, 2024

"Don't program destinations into your life. Get in today, love today. Just say, I'm going to do whatever I can today." - Faust Ruggiero.

 

Faust Ruggiero is a renowned therapist, author, and clinical trainer with nearly 40 years of experience in the field. He has worked in various settings, including clinics for the deaf, prisons, nursing homes, substance abuse centers, and major corporations. As the president of the Community Psychology Center in Bangor, Pennsylvania, Faust developed the Process Way of Life counseling program and authored the book "The Fix Yourself Handbook." He is known for his expertise in helping individuals find hope and personal growth by focusing on inner transformation.

 

Episode Summary:

In this episode of "Oh, My Health. There Is Hope!" podcast, host Jana Short interviews Faust Ruggiero, a seasoned therapist and author. Faust shares his personal journey and how he discovered the power of inner transformation while working with incarcerated individuals. He emphasizes the importance of finding balance in physical, intellectual, emotional, and spiritual aspects of life to achieve inner peace and true happiness. Faust also discusses the significance of purging external distractions and attachments to create space for personal growth. He highlights the need for a structured plan and actionable steps to facilitate self-improvement and overcome challenges. Listeners are encouraged to embrace the journey of self-discovery and learning, as well as to let go of the notion of a final destination in order to experience the joys and adventures of life fully.

 

Key Takeaways:

  • Inner transformation and personal growth start from within. Finding balance in life's physical, intellectual, emotional, and spiritual aspects is crucial for achieving inner peace and happiness.

  • Purging external distractions and attachments is essential to create space for personal growth and self-improvement.

  • Embracing the journey of self-discovery and learning is key to overcoming challenges and finding fulfillment in life.

  • Mistakes and failures are valuable learning opportunities. They should be embraced as feedback and used to refine and improve one's approach.

  • Rather than focusing on reaching a specific destination, individuals should focus on becoming people who actively pursue growth, learning, and self-improvement.

 

 

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https://www.janashort.com/

 

Show Music ‘Hold On’ by Amy Gerhartz https://www.amygerhartz.com/music.