When we can see the

possibility in our pain, we light

the inner flame of
total potential.
Ashley Cooper

TA B L E O F C O N T E N T S
1. Disclamer
2. My jour ney from Pain to Power
3. Suffering in Society
4. Possibility in Pain
4 . P a i n To P o w e r
5. Definition of Pain and Power
6. Begin the transformation
7. What doesnt work vs. What does
9. Breaking beyond the Resistance
1 0 . Yo u r c o m m i t m e n t
11. Congratulations
12. The 6A Method from suffering to self-realization
1 3 . T h e 6 A M e t h o d
1 4 . T h e 6 A M e t h o d Q u i c k g u i d e
15. Awareness
1 6 P a i n t o P o w e r p e r s o n a l i t y t r a i t s
17. Acceptance
18. Accountability
19. Appreciation
20. Action
21. Alchemy
2 2 . P a i n t o P o w e r a f f i r m a t i o n s f o r t r a n s f o r m a t i o n
2 3 . 4 B O N U S P r i n c i p a l s f o r t u r n i n g P a i n t o P o w e r
2 5 . T h e n e x t s t e p
26. FREE sign up for a 6A Method video introduction
27. Links

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AUTHORASHLEYCOOPER

I believe within each instance of pain and suffering lies infinite possibility for peace, passion,
purpose and presence.
Many years ago, when I was a young girl struggling with bullying and severe depression, I made a promise
to myself that I would find my way out of the maze of pain and suffering so that I could help as many others
out as I possibly could. I have now dedicated over 20 years of my life to finding a solution.

My Journey from Pain to Power

With a tiny backpack and lots of emotional baggage I travelled the world for years seeking happiness and
a cessation to suffering. I have read every self-help, self-love and self-discipline book I could get my hands
on since I was a teenager. I have listened to inspirational audio, watched programs and made enough vision boards to fill five lifetimes. I became a Reiki master in Thailand a Yoga instructor in Canada and twisted
myself into a million yogic pretzels in search for enlightenment. I thought if I just went far enough across the
planet I would magically morph into someone else. I thought somehow like how the toilets flush the opposite
way in Australia, I would become different by virtue of location.
It wasnt until I took a vow of silence in Thailand and became enveloped by stillness of the mind that I found
the missing piece to the puzzle. It was presence. By cultivating awareness and presence in all aspects of our
lives, including the ones we deem negative we enter the flow of life. This realization changed my life forever.
The truth is, Inner peace and happiness are not a one size fits all deal. The path to personal freedom for each
of us is as unique as our fingerprints are to one another. No outer journey will lead to lasting happiness; it is
the inner one that counts.

Your Journey from Pain to Power

You have all you need within you to completely transform your life. No amount of advice or help from another
will put you on the path if you dont take the steps yourself. It is not my desire to give you the answers, rather
to help you discover them within you. The tools in this method are designed for you to unearth your own
greatness, in your own time, in your own way. Pain to Power is about getting to know yourself intimately. Its
about, facing all aspects of you in love, presence awareness and with patience. Your pain is not your enemy
but a transformative power to be harnessed for your greater good. Within you exists unlimited potential,
purpose, passion and presence and it is you who holds the key to personal freedom.

SUFFERING & SOCIETY

In what seems like an epidemic of unhappiness and pain in the world, suffering has become more commonplace than ever before. We are constantly judging,
comparing, and measuring others and ourselves. Most of us are feeling overwhelmed,
overworked, overstressed, overtired and unable to cope. As the pressure to create the
perfect social profile increases, our ability to deal with pain decreases.
Pain and suffering has become a dirty little secret that we each keep hidden away until it
manifests itself as impatience, anxiety, anger, stress, jealousy, lack of presence, resentment and the list goes on. We resist our pain and cover it up with addictions to technology, TV, food, exercise, work, alcohol, drugs, sex and anything that can serve as a distraction. Even when we try to cover up our pain with positive thoughts and affirmations
the truth eventually resurfaces.
If we want to move beyond our pain, we must first admit that there is a problem. We
must listen to the signals life gives us that we are out of line with our true selves. We must
be fearless in our pursuit of peace and have faith in the face of adversity.

POSSIBILITY IN PAIN
In the journey from pain to power each of us has the ability to emancipate ourselves from
mental slavery. Every obstacle presents itself as an opportunity to uncover your greatest purpose. Despite the way it may seem there is possibility in pain. It has a tremendous
transformative capability to bring us more peace, passion, purpose and presence in our
lives.

PAIN TO POWER
Pain to Power is about embracing and accepting all that you are. Its about exploring your
pain while being behind the driving seat of your transformation. Its not about rehashing the
past or dwelling on it like Debbie Downer, its about getting real with yourself and bringing
awareness into all aspects of your life.
If you can embrace the struggle, and make a decision to transform your pain, doors will
open for you that you never knew existed. You will draw towards yourself; the right people
and the right circumstances and be in the flow of life. When you transform your pain to
power, you will respond differently to the world and in return it will respond differently to
you.

To serve your greater understanding of this method here are definitions of both Pain and
Power as referred to in this ebook.

PAIN
Though pain can be a relative term subject to the individual experiencing it. The kind of
pain I am referring to, is a sense of suffering and disconnect from our true Essence.
Through a series of pain filled experiences in our life we unconsciously make a transition from love into a fear-based mentality. Any unresolved pain results in us seeing and
experiencing the world through negative filters. These filters manifest themselves through
our mind, body and spirit while fuelling our thoughts, beliefs, actions and reactions. Jealousy, hatred, anger, resentment, anxiety and fear are some of the most common filters
present in an individual experiencing pain manifest. Through examination and awareness
we can develop a new relationship to our pain and experience the world in a new way.

POWER
Power as referred to in this ebook, is a total connection to your true self or Essence.
This Essence is beyond the experience of our thoughts; pain and what could be referred to as external power. When we are in connection with our Essence we are connected to the natural flow of life. Your Essence and true power are what free you from
the bonds of emotional polarities and resistance to what is. From this place of power we
are able to think, act, behave and be in a state of aware presence. This enables us to disconnect from our worldly association and connect to what elite athletes refer to as the
Zone. Authenticity, strength, confidence and unconditional love are all characteristic of
this place of power. Though this state does not exclude you from painful experiences, it
allows you to transform it into a place of power, purpose and presence.

BEGIN THE TRANSFORMATION AND...

Live from a place of authentic empowerment, presence and
connection
Uncover your true nature and a sense of meaning,
purpose and faith
Be more present in your life and the life of those you love
Discover a deeper sense of love, compassion and understanding towards yourself and others
Develop appreciation for every experience in life, including
the ones we have labelled bad in the past
Have more energy, focus and drive with less effort
Approach each problem with a sense of awareness,
confidence and control
Discover a sense of inner peace and faith.
Enjoy day to day life with less stress and frustration
Speak, act and think from a place of truth and love
Attract relationships, circumstances and experiences inline
with your desires.
Cultivate the ability to forgive from an authentic place of
love and understanding
Never wonder again where to begin when tackling a
problem

 Try to have presence and awareness of

your thoughts feelings and
behaviours
Having faith that all things good and bad

lead you to your highest purpose
Taking action and doing the work.
Being accountable
Taking the first small step, it is the one

that makes the biggest difference
Practicing radical self-love, patience

and belief
Acceptance of all that is and faith in all

that will be
Persistence
Patience
Not making assumptions
Harnessing your sense of inner

power Essence and knowing
Commitment to awareness, openness

and self-discovery
Always do your best, be kind to yourself

Hoping that one day problems will

stop arising
Ignoring your pain & suffering
Covering up negative thoughts and beliefs

with only positive affirmations
Blaming other people for the condition

of your life
Repeating the same habitual behaviours

over and over again and expecting a

different result ( Einsteins definition

of insanity )
Immersing yourself in repetitive addictive

behaviours to avoid your healing
Running away from your situation.

No matter where you go, you will find

yourself, your pain and your problems

THE WOUND
IS THE PLACE
WHERE THE
LIGHT
ENTERS YOU
-RUMI

BREAKING BEYOND THE RESISTANCE

Reading this may have sparked the voice of your inner critic. It may say, I dont
have time My problems arent that bad I am not that negative Ill just keep
thinking positive and it will happen Why would I want to embrace my pain, no
one will want to be around me The truth is most of us could benefit from a little
more awareness and presence in our lives.
If you are worried about not having enough time, dont. There are very few of us in the
world who will wake up in an epiphany of enlightenment. Most of us struggle the ups and
downs, trying to find our way through the darkness. But in these times of turbulence what
life demands from you is presence. You must demonstrate the ability to be with your pain
and not fight against it. With small daily steps and a commitment to being more aware,
you will be astounded by the gifts life brings. Just think about how much time have that
you have already wasted on self-sabotaging behaviors. The question is not whether you
can afford to waste the time; the question is whether you can afford not to? So dont wait
another second. The time is now.
The first step is always the hardest but its the one that makes the biggest difference. Your
intention alone not to settle for a life less than you deserve is enough to begin. All it takes
from you is commitment and a little bit of faith. When you take a step toward your dreams
they in turn will take a step towards you.

YOUR COMMITMENT
Before you turn another page, I want you to get serious about why it is you are doing this
and what it means to you. Take a moment now, breath and sit in silence. Allow yourself a
moment to visualize who you truly are. What is your mission on this earth and what kind
of person do you want to be. Once you get this image clear in your head, open your eyes
and record the following:

What are the repercussions of continuing on the path you are on?

Why is now your time to be who you truly are?

What is driving you forward in the direction of your dreams?

How is your lack of understanding pain impacting your life and your

relationships?

How will it improve your life if you can effectively take action and

transform your pain?

How will it improve the life of those around you?

How would it feel to be free of the I cants and have them replaced

by I cans?

Now that you are convinced that it is your time to be the true expression of who you are,
free of self doubt, hatred and fear, turn the page and begin to embrace your suffering.

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CONGRATULATIONS
I wanted to take this opportunity to congratulate you for taking a giant leap forward. I want
you to know what incredible courage it takes to get committed in your life and get serious
about changing your destiny. If you can keep driving yourself forward in faith, your life will
shift into a more loving and accepting place because you yourself have become love and
acceptance.
With that I welcome you to a life of presence. Do not be discouraged by your egos need
to stay alive, stay present and true and with time youre suffering will become a love like
you have never known.

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THE 6 A METHOD FROM SUFFERING TO SELF-REALIZATION

The 6 A method is a series of six-steps that support you in working with your
pain in the moment. Its about helping empower you to take control of your life
and your experience.
One of the most common frustrations people feel when trying to conquer negative thinking, painful situations and fear is not knowing where to begin. What they dont realize is
that they have already taken the first step, which is Awareness. But without total Awareness of our pain we tend to get caught in a loop between the first two steps, Awareness
and Acceptance. What we resist persists so resisting our pain only increases its presence.
This method is designed to help take the guessing work out of the healing process so that
you can get out of the negative thought loop and free up space for your higher self to shine
through.
Each of the six-steps is a support system to help anchor you in the moment. They ground
you in presence so that you can manage your experience more effectively. Using this
method does not require you to dig into your painful history to heal; it roots you in the present moment allowing you to deal with each instance of pain and discomfort as they arise.
What you will begin to realize through this system is that you will not only heal the pain of
the past but also transform your pain with greater ease in the present.
Below is a breakdown of each step to help support your journey in turning Pain to Power.
If you are interested in diving deeper into the method and becoming a master of the
moment, I have developed a 6-week program including your own personal Pain to
Power workbook, daily videos, meditations and exercises to support you on your
journey as well as some great Bonus material.

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6 A M E T H O D F R A M E W O R K
This diagram gives a very visual representation of your journey from Pain to Power
The black triangle represents your pain where as the white that surrounds it
represents your power. With each step you take toward your healing the
pain / suffering decreases and the power / self-realization increases.
Each step in the process from Pain to Power can be extremely transformative.
By bringing awareness alone into our experience we can begin to feel a shift
happening in our lives.

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1. AWARENESS

I am aware that there is a problem.

2. ACCEPTANCE

I accept, allow and surrender to the pain, situation, negative

thought or feeling.

3. ACCOUNTABILITY

I am in control of my situation. I take responsibility for my

thoughts, actions, reactions and beliefs from this
moment forward.

4. APPRECIATION

I appreciate this situation for all that it is. Everything

happens for a reason, I seek the blessing in disguise.

5. ACTION

I now take full action to release myself from this pain

and to transform it.

6. ALCHEMY

I am fully present. To every problem there is a solution

that I am willing to find. I am living in my full power for
the greater good of all.

Becoming aware of our spiritual, mental and physical discomfort is all that is needed
to begin our healing path. As we begin to observe our experiences through our mind, body
and spirit, we can root ourselves in presence and let go of the stories we tell ourselves about
our pain. Some of you will be reading this because you are already aware of the presence of
pain and suffering in your life. But others may have been caught in the cycle of suffering for
so long, they not only associate with it but believe it is who they are. So first and foremost we
must identify that there is a painful presence in our lives and secondly we must bring awareness and presence into the experience.
If we only tackle the problem from an intellectual thought based perspective, it can become
the beginning of an endless loop of awareness and resistance to our negative experience. For
this reason there are two main phases that need to be addressed:

1) Phase I: Identification of our pain

2) Phase II: Identification beyond the pain. Awaking our true Essence and

personal power

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Pain To P o w e r p e r s o n a l i ty tr ai t s
Identifying different pain & power based personality traits can help raise our awareness
and presence in any given situation. The quicker we can gage where we are in the moment
based on our reactions and interactions, the sooner we can come from a place of true power.
This awareness allows us to choose a new course of action or inaction from a place of power.

Power Traits

Pain Traits

Clarity
Sureness
Conscientious
Dependable
Appreciative
Fair
Fearless
Observant
Impartial
Optimistic
Gregarious
Confident
Encouraging
Imaginative
Accepting
Inclusive
Understanding
Present
Aware
Helpful
Creative
Conscious
Compassionate
Caring
Humble
Patient
Open
Reliable
Experiences oneness
Peaceful
Honest
Loving
Positive
Complimentary

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Confused
Unsteady
Careless
Disregarding
Neglectful
Lazy
Sullen
Dishonest
Arrogant
Cowardly
Sneaky
Quarrelsome
Impulsive
Ego driven
Thoughtless
Stingy
Bossy
Conceited
Ungrateful,
Critical,
Contemptuous
Experiencing separateness
Anxiety
Untrustworthy
Gossipy
Conditional
Inappreciative
Negative
Closed
Judgmental
Unkind

Once we bring awareness to our pain and suffering our Egos immediate response
is, denial, rejection and resistance. But as with everything in life what we resist persists. We must learn to be accepting of our thoughts, feelings, emotions and even our painful
experiences. By developing tools and a deeper understanding of the pain in our lives, we can
develop a patience, stillness and faith amidst the struggle. With practice we can become the
calm within the storm of our lives and weather any problem that comes our way. Acceptance
of our pain is much like the advice you are given when swimming in the ocean and get taken
under by a wave. The very worst thing you can do is struggle against the current; you must
surrender and relinquish your control to nature and allow it to take its course. Acceptance is
our very best chance of survival when in the rapture of our minds and emotions. As we learn
how to accept things as they are we begin to open ourselves to becoming Accountable for
our experience.

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Once we have found a sense of peace and acceptance within us, we can now begin
to look at our pain in a new way.
If we want to transform our suffering and change our lives we must learn to take accountability
in all aspects of our experience. We cannot control what happens to us but we can control
what we do with it. By taking control of our thoughts in all situations, we enable ourselves to
steer the course of our own life. Taking control of our lives, by taking accountability is one of
the single most empowering things we can do for ourselves. We must emancipate ourselves
from the prison we have created in our minds and realize that true freedom exists for the individual who chooses it. With this freedom comes appreciation for all that is and all that it has to
offer in our lives.

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Life is full of polarities, where there is light there is dark, where there is love there is
fear and where there is pain there is power.
Our objective is to be able to seek out and appreciate the power in the pain even before it is
fully realized. You may be thinking how can I appreciate suffering? But the truth is, within every obstacle is the opportunity to grow and experience a deeper sense of compassion toward
yourself and others. Sometimes we need to do a lot of digging to find the meaning for our
suffering, but often the further you need to dig the greater the gift to be discovered. By cultivating an attitude of gratitude in all aspects of life, you will begin to open your heart and mind to
the love that truly exists around and within you. In all pain lies possibility; you just have to be
fearless and willing look for it.

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Appreciation opens space for true change. Once we are happy with things as they
are its easier to take our life in the direction we want.
Though each step of the process is taking action. This step of Action is is about using the
space you have cleared up to affect real change throughout your mind, body and spirit.
Action is the driving force that takes you from a state of pain to power and potential. Once we
have embraced and appreciated our pain, we can begin to live from a place of true authentic
power. The key is not to fight against it but to work with it and allow it to work through you.
Each time we take action from this place of purity we shift and transform our suffering in massive ways. By working with our mind, body and spirit we begin to dilute the darkest corners of
our minds and allow the light to filter in. This creates momentum and an empowering shift in
the way we think, act and react to problems and people. As we take action through our inner
and outer world we signal to our highest self that we are no longer slaves to our unconscious
mind and are willing to work towards the greater good for all.

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Alchemy is sixth and final stage of the 6A Method . It is the state of transformation
itself. In this final stage you have removed the negative filters in your life and have
the ability to be present and aware.
It is when the caterpillar emerges a butterfly and you are free to live from your true Essence
and power. Alchemy allows you to be fearless in the face of pain because you know within
you lies the ability to transform it. You not only live from a place of true potential and purpose,
you are able to move through lifes problems with much more ease and flow. Empathy and
compassion will flow through you and your transformation will not only be visible to you but
to those around you. You are not able to avoid suffering at this stage but rather welcome it as
your greatest tool to achieving peace, passion and purpose in life.

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I cant

I can and I will

Its impossible

If I take the first step in faith the next

step will appear.

Im not strong enough

Within me exists unlimited potential.

With the right focus and
determination all things are possible

I dont know where to start

By being aware I have already begun

my healing journey. The first small
step is the biggest.

Something is wrong but

I dont know what

All pain is a result of being

disconnected from my true power.
Through awareness and love I
reconnect to myself.

I am too overwhelmed

I just have to decide and begin. Tiny

steps in the direction of my dreams
create my lifelong journey. When I
move toward my dreams, they move
toward me.

I feel trapped in pain. Im living

the same experiences over and
over again

What I resist persists. Through

acceptance, and faith I stop the
karmic cycle of suffering in its tracks.

I dont have the time to work on

myself

Every second of every day is an

opportunity to grow and
develop. There is always time to
choose power instead of pain.

I am unable to let go and

forgive

My judgments and resentments

towards others only harm myself.
Living with hatred and fear will only
result in more pain. I am willing to let
go of anything that doesnt serve me.

INTENTION
DECIDE: Intend to not only create a better future for yourself but a better present. Your
shear desire to overcome and transform obstacles gives you all that you need to begin
transforming your pain.

ATTENTION
INTERACTIONS: Pay attention to all interactions in your life. Not only is every obstacle
an opportunity to discover a deeper sense of love within yourself, so is every situation,
relationship and instant of inner dialogue.
PRESENCE: Be present when others are speaking. Listen without judgment, presupposing or thinking of what you will say next. Experience the connection in the moment.
MINDFULNESS: Be mindful and pay attention your thoughts, actions, beliefs and
emotions. Pay close attention to your reactions such as jealousy, anger, fear, judgment,
resentment etc.

COMPASSION
NON-JUDGMENT: As we become more mindful of our relationships, interactions, the
Ego will begin to judge and evaluate. Infuse every interaction with compassion and
non-judgment.
SELF-LOVE: Be gentle with yourself. As we begin to unearth our deep seeded pains
and fears a lot of emotions can be stirred up. Practicing self-love ensures that our own
self-sabotage does not derail us. Remember that you are on a healing journey and
honor yourself for the strength and courage it takes to walk this path. The more we love
ourselves the more we can be fully present to love those around us.

FAITH
DETACH: Once you have set your goals and intentions, allow yourself to detach from
the outcome. Cultivate a sense of inner peace and knowing that all exists to lead you to
your higher purpose.
BELIEF: Believe in yourself. Know that you are a being of pure love and power. The goal
is not to attain power, rather uncover it within you.

Every obstacle is an
opportunity to uncover a
deeper sense of love and
compassion towards
yourself and others
Ashley Cooper

THE NEXT STEP

Maybe spontaneous enlightenment doesnt happen for all of us, but we can all achieve a
life filled with purpose, passion and presence. Through awareness and determination we
begin to transform our lives. I encourage you to be fearless in your pursuit of peace.
Continue to study, to question, to be present and to deepen your knowledge of yourself.
I know what its like to feel stuck in life. When it feels like you are constantly overcoming obstacles
and brush yourself off only to get knocked down again. Im not going to promise you a life free from
pain because that would be a lie. What I will promise you is, if youre willing to do the work and face
your pain, your life will transform and you will be able to appreciate your everyday life more.
There are so many incredible people out there helping others, many of which I have stumbled across
on my journey. I recommend that you explore and research all of them. You never know what will be
the thing that will bring you closer to yourself.
If what I say resonates with you, I have many free resources that can support you on your journey.
You can visit me on my website at www.ashley-cooper.com and sign up for my free monthly
newsletter and weekly inspiration boosts. You can also visit my blog or Subscribe to my Pain to
Power channel on Youtube where I do weekly videos about life, follow me on Facebook, Twitter and
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If you would like to deepen your knowledge of the 6 A method from Suffering to self-realization you
can sign up for my 6-week program which includes your own personal Pain to Power workbook,
daily videos, meditations, exercises and bonus material to support you on your journey. I will be there
to guide you through each step of your 6 week journey and will be available to answer any questions
you may have.

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I truly hope that this ebook has served you in some way and you can see how by embracing
your pain you can step into your true power.

Until we meet again, I wish you a blessed day and a life filled with peace,
passion, purpose and presence.

Ashley xo
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