In this episode of The Inner Estate, host Bridget Stuart sits down with National Real Estate Coach and breakthrough expert Brian Curtis to explore the deep connection between Emotional Intelligence (EQ) and success in both life and business. Brian shares how unprocessed emotions, past traumas, and limiting beliefs can quietly shape our relationships, decision-making, and happiness—and how to break free from those patterns.

From Mental and Emotional Release (MER) techniques to reframing limiting beliefs, Brian walks us through proven tools for releasing emotional baggage, building resilience, and resetting our energy in relationships. Whether you’re navigating personal growth, recovering from setbacks, or striving for professional excellence, this conversation offers practical steps to elevate your emotional well-being and live with greater purpose.

 

Episode Highlights

• How Emotional Intelligence shapes success in both life and business
• The link between negative emotions, productivity loss, and unhappiness
• MER techniques for releasing trauma and emotional dependencies
• How past experiences influence current relationships and reactions
• Understanding the role of the unconscious mind in emotional healing
• How limiting beliefs and addiction patterns develop—and how to shift them
• The power of community support in accelerating personal growth
• Why goal setting is critical after clearing emotional baggage
• Positive thinking as a catalyst for better outcomes
• The role of coaching in accountability and sustained growth

 

Books Mentioned in This Episode

• The Sedona Method — Hale Dwoskin
• MER, Mental and Emotional Release — Dr. Matt James
• Mental and Emotional Release (MER) / Timeline Therapy — Dr. Tad James
• Emotional Intelligence 2.0 — Jean Greaves & Travis Bradberry

 

Articles & Techniques Referenced

• Somatic Body Release
• Tuning Fork Therapy
• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) 
• NLP Perceptual Positions
• Head’s Up Clinic — Patrick Scott, PhD, LCSW, DCSW, FAPA
• Ho’oponopono — Hawaiian Forgiveness Process

 

Guest: Brian Curtis

Brian Curtis is a National Real Estate Coach with The Coaching Nexus, broker-owner of HomeQuest Realty, and team leader of the top-performing Curtis Realty Group in Northwest Arkansas. With over 23 years of experience, Brian has helped thousands of clients buy and sell homes while mentoring agents nationwide. His expertise spans Emotional Intelligence coaching, business systems, automation, and leadership development, with a passion for helping others overcome limiting beliefs and emotional barriers to achieve their goals.

 

Connect with Brian:

Website: 126coaching.com

Grab his Free one-hour consultation: YourRealCoach.com

 

Host: Bridget Ann Stuart

Bridget Ann Stuart is an executive strategic performance real estate coach and host of The Inner Estate podcast. With 27 years in the business, she’s known for her deep commitment to personal development, business mindset, and helping real estate professionals grow with purpose. Bridget combines strategy and soul to guide conversations that inspire clarity, action, and success from the inside out.

 

Connect with Bridget:

Instagram: @therealbridgetstuart

Facebook: @therealbridgetstuart

LinkedIn: Bridget Ann Stuart

 

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