In this heartfelt conversation, Laura and Brian dive deep into what it really means to live as your true self, that place of boundless inspiration, optimism, and flow, versus operating from your triggered self, where external pressures lead to burnout and limitation.

They explore how triggers aren't enemies to avoid, but powerful signals revealing hidden pain, numbness, or suppressed parts of ourselves. By understanding and working
with triggers (like 'riding the wave'), we can transform them into catalysts for profound personal growth, better relationships, and even business success.

From navigating empty nesting and holiday shifts, to embracing weaknesses through delegation and collaboration, to building legacies that outlast us, this episode is packed with practical insights on accepting limitations without
shame, focusing energy on strengths, and confidently showing up as you, even when it's not perfectly received.

Whether you're facing life transitions, business challenges, or just wanting more authentic energy in your day-to-day, this one's for you. Tune in and discover how to access your inspired true self more often!

Holidays: joy, connection... and emotional landmines? In this special, Brian and Laura explore why family gatherings trigger us, rooted in oldest wounds and unmet childhood needs. From Laura's story of losing her husband to ALS and raising four kids through grief, they bust the "expectation trap" that amps up stress.

Spot the four responses: fight, flight, freeze, or fawn. Triggers aren't foes, they're paths to your true self. Prep your heart with:

Self-Attunement Exercise: 5-min check-in for body, mind, emotions, and core self.
Remote Control Exercise: Process recent triggers like awkward comments.
Shift to offensive self-care: boundaries for you, not against others. Focus on inner child pics, unmet "gifts," and nature of family (connection, not chaos). Thrive, don't just survive—rediscover wonder amid the mess.

Tune in for hope, humor, and homework. Merry, heart-centered holidays! 🎄💖

In this episode of Triggered and True, host Brian Freise and emotional health consultant Laura Duncan explore trust through the Compassion Method lens. They reveal trust as an internal rebuild—rooted in childhood pain, not external fixes. Betrayal hurts, but healing comes from self-trust, compassion for triggers, and aligning decisions with your true self.

Key Insights
Trust's Roots: Unmet early needs create self-doubt; address pain first to foster safer relationships. Biblical examples like the Prodigal Son show boundaries without shame.
Decision-Making: Shift from reactive "triggered" choices to visionary ones—Brian's business breakthroughs prove it. Trust your gut, even if "wrong"; feedback helps, but ownership empowers.
Childhood to Freedom: Separate failure from worth, mistakes don’t define you. Consequences are real, but much different coming from a place of compassion vs. shame.

Perfect for betrayal survivors or decision-doubters: Gain tools for authentic leadership and emotional freedom. Trust isn't earned. it's uncovered.

In the second part of our transformative series Uncovering Shame: Reclaiming Your True Self, hosts Laura Duncan and Brian Freise deliver raw vulnerability and real results. Building on Part 1's foundational insights, Brian shares his intimate journey through the shadows of shame—those early wounds that cover up our core identity. Witness how he applied the Compassion Method to unearth pain, foster self-compassion, and step into lasting healing, boosting empathy, joy, and authentic connections.