William Cooper, M.Th., Licensed Professional Counselor

Thank you. Something so simple and so powerful. I needed to hear it spoken.

Awareness is curative. That’s empowering. Awakening happens when we are absorbed in the present moment, absorbed by it. Very helpful. Going to listen again before I move on. I am listening in order per your advice and it is helpful. Thank you for your generous sharing.

What a beautiful and simple message so similar to many other spiritual and faith traditions. Blessings and namaste to you for your kindness.

Hello William. Thank you for this podcast. It reminded me of a time, aged 13 years, when I had a severe mental breakdown. It was at the beginning of September, start of school after summer break, when I down spiralled into a state of deep depression. I was off school for 4 months and did little else but cry and pray that I would die. I returned to school in the January, but was still in a very low state. And then, one day in March, I was sitting on the bus, coming home for lunch, when suddenly the sun came out and shone on my back, it felt so warm and comforting, and I felt, for the first time in months, optimistic, that life could still be enjoyed. This feeling was so good and lasted just about 5 minutes. The next day, it happened again and maybe lasted a few minutes longer. Although I had still a long way to go, knowing that it was possible to feel happy again, helped me through the darker times. This carried on, soon maybe twice a day, and each time a little longer. Untill I was spending more and more time being happy than being depressed. By the end of the summer, I felt completely restored. I mention all this just to confirm what you say about imagining a time when you were happy, and reliving this time, soaking it up, just like you advise William, and that even in the midst of all the pain, it makes one realise and experience ease and happiness. And that the more one dwells upon the good times, the less vivid the bad times become. It is such a deep experience, that I am not sure that my comments are making any sense. But I certainly appreciate your podcasts on PTSD. You're so brilliant William! 🙏❤️

Thank you so much! Such an important message. Awareness and reinforcement is very helpful. Peace and love, Jennifer Lea

What a gift! 🙏 Thank You 😊 William for taking such a deep dive into an important topic that is primed to naturally block our progress towards clarity. I have listened to your series several times and learn more from each! Be well! Please keep on sharing often and more! ~ Jennifer Lea

Uh oh I have thoughts during all those times you mentioned that a person may not have thoughts💥😁🫣🤔 I understand what you’re saying though. Thank you.

The explanation really clicked! Can’t hold to thoughts at once. Thank you!🙏🏼😊