Brown Bear Coaching

I wasn't sure if coaching would be what I needed at the time. I had heard many different friends and colleagues talk about the benefits and was still skeptical. It wasn't until I heard Ed on a podcast that something clicked. So I took a leap of faith and contacted him. We had our initial meeting and I couldn't have been more pleased. The connection for me was immediate. He really got me to force out all of the noise in my head. Stop using the term "I don't know" and let go for trying to control everything and not treat every scenario and relationship like a business transaction. I'm not saying I'm done or that there is nothing else left for me to do. On the contrary Ed has given me quite a few tools to leverage everyday in every situation to continue on my journey. I fully expect that I will need tune ups from time to time. His podcast and posts are very good nuggets that always seem to hit me right in the "feels" and gets me out of my head to focus on the right things. Thank you is not nearly enough.
Mar 11th, 2023

I came across Ed's posts on Instagram and I immediately felt drawn to his message . I am a chef in my early 30s , as far as I remember I struggled with some degree of anxiety, swinging moods and body image issues. I found myself always drained from work and my social interaction outside my job were rare , and even when I hung out with friends I found it somewhat exhausting. I could never put a finger on the reason for this but I knew I couldnt go on for much longer with this level of stress and discomfort. I tried therapy in the past and found it boring and saw the conversations going around in circles so I always quit after few sessions . When I met Ed I was coming off a solid 3 years of anti anxiety medication. He straight off the bat cut through the mental clutter , always offering a very simple perspective into my problems, which I found comforting. He helped me understand how living with authenticity and assertiveness can propel you into a state of joy . Something clicked in my mind after a couple of sessions and I can say that I dont remember having been this consistently happy and fulfilled. My inner narrative somehow shifted and I stopped seeking external validation and wanting to please everyone. Just the way I go about my professional and personal life is much more effective and way less stressful and frustrating. Im extremely grateful for this experience, It made me a happier , more compassionate and better human being all around ! ' 10/10 - would recommend- its the best spent money.
Oct 14th, 2022

Working with Ed was really pivotal for me. I can't tell you how much it meant to find someone who could help speak to the issues I was struggling with-- Ed truly was a guiding light during a 'roller coaster' period of my life. I only wish that I had found Ed sooner than I did-- cause I think it would have made my journey even smoother. Thanks Ed for everything.
Sep 27th, 2022

Working with Ed was the most personally insightful experience I have ever had. I am now calm, confident, self assured and I value myself. The journey has been challenging and incredibly rewarding.
Aug 29th, 2022

Before I met Ed, I had convinced myself that I was stuck. I believed I was in a rut that I couldnt find my way out of. Ed pointed out to me all of the ways that I was, in fact, not stuck and that I already had all the necessary tools to move forward. He helped me by identifying the ways in which I stood in my own way, ie: negative self talk, procrastination, etc. Turning my I cants and I shoulds into I can and I will is some pretty powerful stuff! I was also shown that I deserve the love that I receive from others, but more importantly, that I am beautiful the way I am and deserve to love myself. Ed is fun, friendly, utterly charming and exceptionally good at getting to the point. If you come to class ready to work you will not be disappointed with the result! Thanks, Ed! Now the path ahead is nice and smooth
Jun 18th, 2022