Testimonials
Alex Monette
My name is Alex J. Monette, and I am writing to express my deepest gratitude and appreciation for the transformative work of E.A.T. (Emotional Awareness Therapy). Over the past year I have been an active participant in this program, and the knowledge and support I have received have been truly priceless. This letter is my way of reflecting on the journey. E.A.T. has guided me through and acknowledging the profound impact it has had on my life. Growing up I was conditioned by a strong, male-dominated mindset that suppressed emotional expression. I was taught that showing emotions was a sign of weakness and that discussing feelings or fears would have negative consequences. These beliefs created a significant hurdle in my life, making emotional awareness and vulnerability feel off-limits. When I joined E.A.T., I found a safe space where I could listen, relax, and educate myself in areas I had long avoided. This group allowed me to confront the warning signs my body and mind had been sending me for years. Through E.A.T., I stopped blaming others for my circumstances and began taking ownership of my choices. The program provided me with invaluable tools and insights such as learning to navigate uncomfortable emotions and unpack suppressed childhood trauma. Listening to the stories of others who shared similar journeys was profoundly healing, enabling me to better understand my own pain. With the support of the group, my wife and family, I faced my fears, guilt, shame, and vulnerability head-on, and for the first time I was able to forgive myself and others, which lightened my heart and soul allowing me to grow. One of the most impactful lessons I gained from E.A.T. was learning to be comfortable in uncomfortable situations. This lesson was especially crucial in addressing my childhood experiences, which had long fueled unhealthy habits and destructive choices. Through self-reflection and mindfulness meditation, I learned to manage my thoughts and emotions in healthier ways breaking free from the cycle of self-sabotage, criminal thinking, and multiple forms of abuse. Recently, E.A.T. taught me the importance of accountability, compromise, and daily self- inventory. I take responsibility for my actions, apologize when necessary, and actively seek solutions instead of resorting to unhealthy coping mechanisms. Sharing my feelings without fear of shame has become a cornerstone of my growth.
The program also inspired me to give back by helping others, a value reinforced by my family and supporters. Their examples showed me the transformative power of service, and I am committed to paying it forward for the remainder of my life. Today, I am proud to say that I have embraced a life of positivity, self-awareness and emotional resilience. By addressing childhood wounds and learning to respond rather than react, I have uncovered a strength I never knew I had. I hold myself accountable for my behavior and strive to honor the E.A.T. philosophy: “Change your thoughts, change your behavior. Change your behavior, change your thoughts.” In Closing I would like to extend my heartfelt thanks to Harry Goodall and the entire E.A.T. organization because this program has changed my life in ways I never thought possible, and I am forever grateful for the tools, support, and encouragement you have provided for me and my journey of honoring my victim. Thank you.