In this episode of The Internal Shift Show, Debbie Longo speaks with Steve Barton about therapy, forgiveness, spiritual awakening, intuition, and the life-changing experiences that completely shifted the direction of his life.

Steve shares how, despite having success, family, and stability, he still felt unhappy and disconnected internally. That realization led him to begin therapy more than 30 years ago during a time when seeking mental health support carried significant stigma.

During therapy, Steve realized he needed to confront unresolved emotional pain and forgive his father. After having a deeply emotional conversation with him, Steve experienced a dramatic internal shift that eventually led to what he describes as a spiritual awakening and out-of-body experience. He explains how the experience changed his awareness, intuition, and understanding of life completely.

Throughout the conversation, Steve discusses the difficulty of navigating an awakening experience without understanding what was happening to him or having people around him who could relate to it. He talks openly about feeling misunderstood, learning who he could trust, and eventually finding support systems and mentors who helped him stay grounded while integrating the experience into everyday life.

Steve also explains how intuition and spirituality later became part of his coaching work. While most of his coaching focuses on stress, happiness, personal growth, and helping people move forward in life, he also shares how intuitive experiences have influenced his ability to connect deeply with clients and people around him.

This episode explores therapy, forgiveness, emotional healing, intuition, spirituality, awakening experiences, personal growth, mental health, self-awareness, and the importance of staying open to transformation even when life takes unexpected turns. It reinforces the idea that difficult experiences can become catalysts for growth, healing, and purpose when people are willing to face themselves honestly and move forward.

Contact Debbie Longo, Transformational Coach:

Website: https://lifeinbloomny.net

Email: debbie@lifeinbloomny.net

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/debbie-longo-life-in-bloom-ny/

Contact Steve Barton:

Email: steve@stevebartoncoaching.com

Website: https://www.stevebartoncoaching.com/