Brian is joined by Alison Crosthwait, a former Wall Street professional, who shares her journey from traditional psychotherapy to alternative medicine. The conversation explores the emerging topic of alternative health care options, espeically related to mental health disorders. Alison talks about the importance of happiness and the challenges and obstacles people face in finding it. Traditional approaches to mental health care are discussed, along with the limitations and benefits of psychotherapy. Brian and Alison then explore the concept of alternative medicine, and various tools used in this field, such as breath work, physical movement, active imagination, hypnosis, affirmations, and psychedelics. Key topics discussed include:

• The pursuit of happiness is an important but often overlooked goal.
• Psychotherapy has its limitations and may not be suitable for all conditions.
• Alternative medicine offers a range of additional but less understood or proven tools, including breath work, physical movement, active imagination, hypnosis, affirmations, and psychedelics.
• Pharmaceutical companies play a significant role in shaping the treatment landscape.
• Building resilience is crucial for navigating the challenges of life.

To learn more about Alison:

• Website: https://www.alisoncrosthwait.com/
• Podcast: The Aliveness Podcast
• LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/in/alison-crosthwait
• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmAvL2VBnUUDLF9udh0KojA
• Instagram: http://instagram.com/alisoncrosthwait
• TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@alisoncrosthwait

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