In this enlightening episode of "CMT 4 Me," hosts Chris and Elizabeth welcome Arda Ozdemir, a spiritual mentor, executive life coach, and author. Arda shares his transformative journey from a finance executive to a life coach, and how understanding and managing stress can lead to better health and wellbeing. This episode is a must-listen for anyone seeking to navigate the emotional challenges of living with Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease.<h1>Key Takeaways</h1> <ul><li>Understanding your stress and the role of repressed feelings in our reactions to life situations can lead to better health and wellbeing.</li><li>The grieving process is a crucial part of coming to terms with a diagnosis like CMT. Acknowledging one's emotions and feelings is an important step towards acceptance and new beginnings.</li><li>Arda's journey from a finance executive to a life coach demonstrates the power of personal transformation and the potential to find new purpose in life.</li></ul> This episode is a testament to the power of personal transformation and the importance of emotional wellbeing. Whether you're living with CMT or know someone who is, Arda's insights offer a fresh perspective on navigating life's challenges. Don't forget to share this episode with your community and help spread the message of hope. Timeline Summary <ul><li>00:00 - 02:30: Introduction of hosts Chris and Elizabeth and guest Arda Ozdemir.</li><li>02:30 - 10:00: Arda shares his personal journey from being a finance executive to becoming a life coach.</li><li>10:00 - 25:00: Discussion on understanding stress and the role of repressed feelings in our reactions to life situations.</li><li>25:00 - 40:00: Arda talks about the grieving process when diagnosed with a disease like CMT and the importance of acknowledging one's emotions and feelings.</li><li>40:00 - 52:25: Closing remarks, Arda's final thoughts, and outro.</li></ul><h1>Resources</h1><ul><li>Learn more about Arda and his work at<a href="https://www.rise2realize.com/"> Rise 2 Realize</a></li><li>Check out Arda's books, including "The Art of Becoming Unstuck," available on<a href="https://www.amazon.com/Art-Becoming-Unstuck-personalized-consciousness-ebook/dp/B08YXBY4CW"> Amazon</a></li><li>Read more about Arda's journey and his approach to coaching on his<a href="https://www.rise2realize.com/about"> About page</a></li></ul> For more information about CMT and to support the CMTA, please visit <a href="http://www.cmtausa.org/">www.cmtausa.org</a>

Understanding Anxiety and Embracing Transformation with Arda Ozdemir