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Welcome to Life Hacks Unleashed, the podcast where we bring you the ultimate collection of DIY magic, home improvement hacks, and everyday brilliance! Join us, your witty and clever guides, as w take you on a thrilling adventure through the realms of DIY mastery and life hack extraordinaires.Get ready to revolutionize your everyday life with our delightful and practical tips that will leave you wondering how you ever lived without them. From organizing your home with Jedi-like precision to transforming your decor with a flick of a paintbrush, our episodes are jam-packed with expert guidance, playful banter, and jaw-dropping...

"Am I Broken or Just Overwhelmed?" — Dissociation, Brain Fog & Hidden Anxiety Signs
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Yesterday at 1:00 PM

Do you ever feel like you're floating outside your body, watching yourself exist on autopilot? Or maybe you’re exhausted, not because you ran a marathon, but because you spent 20 minutes talking to a cashier?

Here is the truth: You aren’t "crazy," and you definitely aren’t "broken." You are just biologically overloaded.

In this episode, we are shattering the myth that mental health struggles always look like crying in a dark room. Sometimes, they look like chronic back pain, losing your keys for the fifth time (brain fog), or having terrifying intrusive though...


"You’re Not Lazy, You’re Deficient" — Fixing Fatigue & Brain Fog [The Supplement Guide]
#570
Yesterday at 10:30 AM

Do you wake up feeling like you’ve been hit by a truck, even after a full night’s sleep? Does your brain feel like it’s wrapped in cotton wool, or does your anxiety spike for absolutely no reason?

Here is the hard truth: You might not be "just getting old," and you (probably) aren’t losing your mind. You might just be chemically starving.

In this episode, we are stripping away the medical jargon to expose the hidden nutritional deficiencies that act as silent saboteurs to your physical energy and mental cla...


Why You Can't Focus Anymore (It's Not Just TikTok)
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Last Wednesday at 1:00 PM

Be honest: how many times have you checked your phone in the last hour? If you’re struggling to read this paragraph without feeling the itch to swipe away, you are already experiencing the symptoms. We used to worry that robots would take over the world by force, but it turns out, they didn't have to. We are voluntarily handing over our brains, one 15-second video at a time. 

In this episode, we are diagnosing the "Brain Rot" epidemic. It’s not just in your head—well, actually, it is. We are living through a massive, uninten...


Biohack Your Happiness: The "Dopamine Menu" & 5 Minute Brain Reset
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Last Wednesday at 10:30 AM

Let’s be honest: your brain isn’t wired for happiness—it’s wired for survival. That’s why you can have a great day but still lie awake at night obsessing over that one awkward thing you said three years ago. But what if you could manually override your factory settings? What if the "secret" to happiness isn't a new car or a vacation, but a few biological cheat codes you can do in your pajamas? 

In this episode, we are ditching the toxic positivity and diving straight into the biology of feeling good. We aren't talk...


Why Talent Is A Lie: The One Character Trait More Important Than Your IQ
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Last Tuesday at 1:00 PM

If you had to describe yourself in three words, you’d probably choose something like "kind," "hardworking," or "loyal." But here’s the uncomfortable truth: Your character isn't what you think about yourself—it’s what your bank statement, your calendar, and your browser history say about you. Are you actually the person you claim to be?

Welcome to the episode that might just trigger a mid-life crisis (in the best way possible). Today, we’re dismantling the discrepancy between our self-told narratives and the actual behavioral patterns that define us. We’re moving beyond "vibes" and diving in...


Why You’re Busy But Not Productive: The 90-Day Sprint & 2-Hour Rule (End Productivity Paralysis)
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Last Tuesday at 10:30 AM

Let’s be honest: You aren't lazy. You’re just drowning in a sea of "shoulds." You have fifteen tabs open in your brain, a to-do list a mile long, and by the end of the day, you feel exhausted but have accomplished... nothing. This is called Productivity Paralysis, and it’s killing your dreams. But what if the secret to getting more done wasn't doing more, but ruthlessly doing less?

In this episode, we are throwing out the traditional, complicate-your-life time management advice. We explore why "trying to do it all" is a trap and...


Why You Can't Focus: The Only Nootropics & Supplements That Actually Erase Brain Fog
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Last Monday at 1:00 PM

Let’s be brutally honest: most of the "focus gummies" and expensive "brain-boosting blends" on the market are just overpriced caffeine pills wrapped in good marketing. If you’ve been buying random nootropics hoping to unlock your inner Limitless mode, you’re probably just giving yourself expensive pee.

But what if you could actually biohack your neurochemistry? What if there were heavily researched, science-backed compounds that physically repair your neural pathways, eradicate brain fog, and double your cognitive endurance?

In this episode, we are cutting through the wellness industry BS. We’re breaking down the exact biology of...


Stop Hitting Snooze: The 1-Hour Morning Routine to Fix Your Dopamine & Double Your Energy
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Last Monday at 10:30 AM

Be honest: did you lose today before your feet even hit the floor? If you woke up, slapped the snooze button, and instantly started scrolling through your phone, you didn't just waste time—you handed the remote control of your brain over to the rest of the world.

Here’s a controversial truth most people aren't ready to hear: a lack of discipline isn’t a personality flaw; it’s a biological misalignment. Your morning routine is literally programming your nervous system for the rest of the day, and right now, you might be programming it for anxiety, brain fo...


How to Pay $0 Taxes: The "Buy, Borrow, Die" Wealth Hack Explained
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Last Sunday at 7:00 PM

You’ve been lied to. You were told to go to school, get a high-paying job, and save your pennies. But while you’re paying 30%, 40%, or 50% in taxes, the ultra-wealthy are paying
 zero.

Let’s be real: The game is rigged. But it’s not rigged against you; it’s rigged for the people who read the rulebook. In this episode, we are tearing apart the standard "work-hard" advice and replacing it with the actual blueprint used by the top 1% to accelerate wealth. We aren’t talking about illegal evasion; we’re talking about Tax Avoidance—the str...


No Power. No Water. No Help. The "Rule of Threes" Guide to Total Grid Collapse
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Last Sunday at 2:00 PM

The lights go out. The internet dies. And this time, they aren’t coming back on. Your fancy generator runs out of gas in three days. Then what?

Let’s be honest: most "prepper" advice is obsessed with stockpiling ammo and batteries. But in a true long-term grid collapse, batteries are just paperweights waiting to happen. In this episode, we are tearing up the standard survival manual and handing you the blueprint for the real apocalypse. We’re talking about a world where mechanical advantage is king, and "caloric currency" is the only bank account that matters...


72 Hours to Chaos: Why Your Card Will Fail & The Reality of Societal Collapse
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Last Saturday at 7:00 PM

You’re at the grocery store. You’ve got a cart full of essentials. You swipe your card... and it’s declined. Not because you’re broke, but because the entire digital payment system just went dark. Outside, the gas station lines are already three blocks long. Would you know what to do next, or would you wait for "the experts" to fix it?

Welcome to the episode that rips the band-aid off the illusion of stability. We aren't talking about zombie apocalypses or Hollywood fantasies; we’re talking about the terrifyingly real fragility of modern society. We expl...


None Of This Is Real: Why Money, Nations & Human Rights Are Social Constructs
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Last Saturday at 2:00 PM

Take a dollar bill out of your wallet. Look at it closely. Physically, it’s just a piece of paper with no nutritional value and no chemical utility. But if you burn it, people will call you crazy. Why? Because we all agreed to tell the same story about what it’s worth.

Welcome to the episode that might just break your reality. Today, we are peeling back the layers of the "Matrix" we call civilization. We are exploring the uncomfortable truth that the things you think are solid, objective facts—your country, your money, your religion, and even y...


Nobody Is Watching: The "Invisible Prison" & The Secret to Absolute Freedom
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02/20/2026

The most elaborate surveillance system in the world isn’t run by the government—it’s run by your own mind.

Have you ever felt like you’re living your life on a stage, constantly performing for an audience that’s waiting for you to fail? Here’s the "conspiracy" we’re exposing today: The audience is empty. In this episode, we investigate the psychological mystery of why we fear a social judgment that doesn't actually exist.

We dive into the Spotlight Effect, a cognitive glitch that makes us believe the worl...


The Stolen Youth: Why Your Brain Feels 100 Years Old (The "Old Soul" Trauma)
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02/19/2026

Ever feel like you’re a 28-year-old with a 75-year-old’s soul—and a level of exhaustion that a nap simply can’t fix?

If you’ve spent your life being called "mature for your age," this isn't just a compliment; it’s a biological fingerprint. In this episode, we’re tearing down the mystery of why some of us feel centuries older than our birth certificates. We dive deep into the neuroscience of aging to explain how early life responsibilities and childhood trauma physically re-wire the brain, forcing your decision-making cent...


Money is Only Level 3: The 10 Levels of Freedom You’re Missing
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02/19/2026

Most people think freedom is just having a lot of money in the bank. They’re wrong. You can be a billionaire and still be a prisoner to your health, your ego, or the opinions of people you don’t even like.

In this episode, we’re tearing down the illusion of "liberty" and replacing it with a definitive Hierarchy of Freedom. We outline the 10 distinct levels of autonomy you need to master to stop being a pawn in someone else’s game and start becoming the architect of your own existence. From the foundationa...


Stop Playing the Salary Game. Start Winning with Assets.
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02/19/2026

Your salary is not the key to wealth; it's the golden handcuffs keeping you from it. You've been taught to climb the corporate ladder for a 3% raise, but the truly wealthy aren't climbing—they're building the ladder.

This episode is the financial red pill. We're throwing out the old rulebook of "save 10% and retire at 65" and giving you the modern playbook for serious wealth accumulation. It’s not about earning more; it’s about owning more. We reveal the ten strategic shifts designed to break you out of the paycheck-to-paycheck cycle and put you on the path to t...


Don't Be in These 12 Cities When The Grid Fails (Blackout Warning)
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02/18/2026

The lights flicker. Your phone is dead. And the water from your tap has stopped running. This isn't a storm—it's Day One of the rest of your life.

Our entire civilization is a house of cards built on the fragile foundation of the American Electrical Grid. We've been warned for decades about its vulnerability, but "normalcy bias" keeps us scrolling. In this episode, we pull the plug on that illusion.

We reveal the twelve most dangerous major cities in the United States to be trapped in during a prolonged grid-down scenar...


Stop Chasing Happiness: Why "Boring" Habits Beat Motivation (The Science)
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02/18/2026

Stop trying to "fix" your life. It’s actually making you miserable.

We are told that happiness is a mountain top—a promotion, a lottery win, or a perfect body away. But what if that constant chase is exactly why you feel so burned out?

In this episode, we torch the blueprint of "Hustle Culture" and look at the actual science of satisfaction. Spoiler alert: The secret isn't in a radical life overhaul or a 4 AM wake-up call. It’s in the boring, unsexy, and microscopic adjustments you make when no one is watching.

We dec...


The Intelligence Trap: How Your Own Ego Keeps You Stuck
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02/17/2026

You might be smart, but are you honest?

We live in a world obsessed with IQ, degrees, and data accumulation. But here is the uncomfortable truth: You can be a genius and still be completely delusional. In this episode, we are dismantling the traditional definition of intelligence. True smarts aren't about how much you know; they are about how ruthlessly honest you can be with yourself.

If you find yourself stuck in a loop of people-pleasing, paralyzed by social anxiety, or terrified of making a mistake, your ego<...


Your Hard Work Resets to Zero: Why "Hustle" is a Trap (Leverage Explained)
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02/17/2026

Is your hard work actually keeping you poor?

We have been brainwashed to believe that the secret to success is blood, sweat, and endless hours. But what if "the grind" is actually a trap? In this episode, we expose the mathematical flaw in Hustle Culture: the difference between Linear Growth (trading time for money) and Exponential Growth (letting systems do the work).

If you feel like you’re running on a hamster wheel where your effort resets to zero every single morning, this conversation is your exit strategy. We brea...


5 Silent Boundaries: How to Neutralize Manipulation Without Saying a Word
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02/16/2026

Ever feel like you’re losing a game you didn’t even know you were playing? 🎭📉

If you’ve ever walked away from a conversation feeling exhausted, confused, and somehow "wrong"—even though you were the one hurt—congratulations: you’re being manipulated. It’s not a misunderstanding; it’s a high-stakes psychological game where the rules are designed to make you lose.

In this episode, we’re handing you the cheat codes to flip the board. We aren't just talking about "talking it out"—because you can't reason with a person whose goal is to control you. Instead...


Why Your Salary is Keeping You Poor: The Net Worth Secret to Getting Rich & Quitting the 9-5
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02/16/2026

What if your next raise is actually a trap keeping you poor?Â đŸ€Ż

You got the promotion. You got the bigger paycheck. You bought the nicer car. So why do you still feel like you’re on a treadmill? The hard truth is that the system is designed to keep high-earners comfortable, not wealthy.

In this episode, we shatter the illusion that a bigger salary is the goal. We give you the roadmap to stop being a well-paid employee and start becoming a true owner. This is the unpopular, unfiltered truth about building elite financial status...


Addicted to Chaos: Why You Can't Relax, The Success Trap & The Power of a "Boring" Life
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02/15/2026

Why does "making it" feel so much like "losing it"?

Let’s be honest: You checked all the boxes. You got the job, the status, or the paycheck. So why do you still feel like you’re running on a treadmill that’s slightly too fast?

In a world obsessed with "hustle culture" and dopamine spikes, we have been sold a lie: that happiness is found in the peaks—the big wins, the viral moments, and the applause. But psychology tells a different, quieter story. This episode is a manifesto for the "boring" life.


Stop Overexplaining: 30 Subtle Habits That Kill Your Authority & How to Command Respect
#548
02/15/2026

Are you accidentally telling the world that you don’t matter?

Here is the brutal truth: Your "politeness" might actually be submission in disguise. Most of us are leaking power every single time we open our mouths—not because of what we say, but because of how we say it.

If you find yourself offering "word vomit" explanations for simple decisions, apologizing for taking up space, or nodding like a bobblehead during a conversation just to keep the peace, this episode is your intervention. We are decoding the 30 subtle behaviors that screa...


"I Never Said That": 28 Phrases That Prove You’re Being Gaslit
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02/14/2026

Have you ever left a conversation feeling confused, exhausted, and questioning your own memory?Â đŸ˜”â€đŸ’«

You aren’t going crazy. You might just be under attack.

In this episode, we are ripping up the script used by master manipulators. We aren't just talking about vague "bad vibes"—we are breaking down the 28 specific phrases designed to hack your brain, erode your confidence, and weaponize your empathy against you.

From the subtle sting of "I was only joking" to the reality-warping power of "You’re remembering it wrong," we are exposing the <...


Your Brain Isn't Broken The Cure for Popcorn Brain1
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02/14/2026

Do you feel like you have the attention span of a goldfish? Good news: That is a lie. 🐠🧠

We have been told for years that our brains are shrinking, but the truth is much more interesting—and a little more terrifying. You haven't lost the ability to focus; your focus has been stolen.

In this episode, we are debunking the viral "Goldfish Myth" and diagnosing the real problem: "Popcorn Brain." This is the state of chronic overstimulation caused by the infinite scroll, where your thoughts jump around like popping kernels. We dive deep...


The 10 Levels of Power: Why You’re Stuck and How to Climb
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02/13/2026

Most people are playing the game of life without ever seeing the rulebook.

In this episode, we are pulling back the curtain on the 10 Levels of Power, providing a definitive framework for human influence that takes you from total helplessness to global dominance. This isn't just about "hustle culture"; it’s about understanding the invisible ladder that governs modern civilization.

We explore how the journey to global dominance begins with a simple shift in individual mindset, moving from a state of "passive passenger" to professional competenc...


"Am I Crazy?" No, It’s Reactive Abuse. Why They Make You Look Like The Villain
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02/13/2026

They pushed every button you have, then sat back and asked why you were so "dramatic." Sound familiar?

Welcome to the ultimate deep dive into Reactive Abuse—the invisible trap where an aggressor systematically engineers your breaking point just to frame you as the villain. If you’ve ever found yourself screaming in a room while your partner sits there calmly, filming you or telling others you're "unstable," this episode is your survival guide.

In this session, we strip back the curtain on the calculated tactics of intermittent reinforcement and emotio...


Too Smart to Act? Analysis Paralysis, Overthinking, and the Intelligence Trap
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02/12/2026

Is your intelligence actually holding you hostage? If you’ve ever found yourself awake at 2:00 AM simulating 47 different versions of a future that hasn't happened yet, you don’t have a "planning" problem—you have a debilitating addiction to overthinking.

In this episode, we pull the mask off analysis paralysis. We explore the uncomfortable truth that for many high-achievers, chronic indecision is just fear masquerading as logic. We’ve been lied to: we’re told that if we just think a little harder, we can reach absolute certainty. But that pursuit is a tra...


The Backyard Supermarket: 13 Wild Edibles That Could Save Your Life
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02/12/2026

What if the secret to survival isn't in a bunker, but in your own backyard? Right now, you are surrounded by thousands of species of edible wild plants, yet we rely on just a handful of fragile crops. This episode is your wake-up call and your field guide to the free, life-saving supermarket hiding in plain sight.

We're going beyond the grocery store to rediscover the lost art of foraging. Forget everything you think you know about "weeds." We'll give you the detailed identification profiles for 13 common plants that can provide critical nutrition and me...


Fix Your Fried Brain: 8 Science-Backed Habits to Master Your Focus
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02/11/2026

Is your brain running on 10% battery? Here’s the science-backed way to get back to 100%.

In a world designed to steal your attention, reclaiming your cognitive bandwidth is the ultimate competitive advantage. We’ve all felt it: the constant brain fog, the inability to focus, the mental exhaustion at the end of the day. But what if you could rewire your brain to operate at peak performance by making a few simple, evidence-based tweaks to your daily routine?

This isn't about hustle culture or empty motivation. This is about neuroscience. In this episod...


The Death of "Fake It Till You Make It": Real Skills vs. Digital Noise
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02/11/2026

Stop polishing your image. It’s time to sharpen your blade.

Let’s be honest: We are living in a hall of mirrors. You scroll through LinkedIn or Instagram, and everyone is a "CEO," a "Thought Leader," or a "Strategic Visionary." But when the pressure hits and the Wi-Fi goes down, who can actually solve the problem? In this episode, we are tearing down the facade of superficial digital branding to reveal the only metric that survives contact with reality: Undeniable Competence.

We explore the controversial shift in the status hierarch...


The Niceness Trap: 7 Machiavellian Rules to Command Respect & Power
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02/10/2026

The Blueprint for Power: How to Use Machiavellian Strategy to Build Status and Respect

Let’s be honest: if being "nice" was going to make you successful, you’d already be at the top. But instead, you’re feeling overlooked, undervalued, and stuck in a position of desperation.

Welcome to the reality check you didn’t know you needed. In this episode, we are stripping away the "moral purity" myths and diving into the gritty world of Modern Machiavellianism. We aren’t talking about being a villain; we’re talking about Self-Governanc...


The Liar's Code: 7 'Tells' That Expose Manipulation & Deception Instantly
#538
02/10/2026

Are you tired of being the "nice" one who always gets played? Do you have a gut feeling something is off, but you can't put your finger on it until it's too late? Let's be real: your kindness isn't the problem—it's your playbook.

In this episode, we're tearing down the myth that you have to be cynical to be safe. We're giving you a roadmap to transform from being passively "nice" to actively observant, making you impervious to deception without losing your integrity.

Forget the Hollywood nonsense. We are revealing the seven tact...


You Can't Fix This (Yet): Survival Guide When You Have No Hope
#537
02/09/2026

Stop trying to find the "silver lining." Sometimes, the storm is just a storm.

If you feel like you are white-knuckling your way through life right now, and the standard advice of "just stay positive" makes you want to scream, this episode is your sanctuary. We aren't talking about having a bad Tuesday; we are talking about navigating a Bad Season—those prolonged periods of chaos, grief, or burnout where the light at the end of the tunnel has been turned off.

In this episode, we throw out the toxic positivity and giv...


The Rigged Game: "Grey Rocking" Toxic Family & Escaping Fake Guilt
#536
02/09/2026

Stop lighting yourself on fire to keep them warm.

If you feel like every conversation with your family is a trap you didn't know you walked into, you aren't crazy—and you aren't alone. You are playing a rigged game.

In this episode, we expose the dark reality of toxic family dynamics and why trying to "win" an argument with an emotionally immature parent is impossible. We dive deep into the psychology of childhood programming, revealing how you were trained to prioritize their moods over your own safety.
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You’re Not Broken: Your Brain is Just Stuck in Survival Mode
#535
02/08/2026

Your brain isn't "broken"—it’s actually working perfectly. It’s just stuck in a war that ended years ago.

If you’ve ever felt like you’re overreacting to the small stuff, can’t remember your own history, or feel "foggy" when you need to be sharp, this episode is for you. We are declassifying the neural architecture of the survivor. Chronic trauma doesn't just leave emotional scars; it physically redecorates your brain, turning a peaceful home into a high-security fortress. In this deep dive, we explore how persistent abuse and chronic trauma<...


It’s Not Burnout. Your Brain Just Has Too Many Tabs Open.
#534
02/08/2026

Getting 8 hours of sleep but still waking up exhausted? The problem isn't your mattress—it's the invisible leaks in your mind.

If you're constantly feeling drained but can't figure out why, this episode is your intervention. We're not talking about needing more coffee or another vacation. We are exposing the mental and emotional leaks that are quietly consuming your vitality, one invisible drop at a time. This isn't just about feeling tired; it's about a deep, persistent exhaustion that sleep can't fix. This episode is a diagnostic tool to help you find your energy drai...


The Middle Class Trap: Why You’re Still Comfortably "BROKE" (and How to Escape It)
#533
02/07/2026

Have you ever felt like you’re waiting for a disaster that never arrives? Or wondered why you keep "choosing" the same dysfunctional relationships over and over?

Let’s be honest: most of us aren't just "stressed"—we are walking around in a body that’s still reacting to a fire that was put out years ago. In this episode, we’re pulling back the curtain on unresolved trauma and how it quietly rewires your brain, your gut, and your identity. We aren't just talking about "bad memories"; we’re mapping the 7 Levels of Trauma that turn a vibra...


The 7 Levels of Unresolved Trauma: Is It Your Personality or Survival Mode?
#532
02/07/2026

Have you ever felt like you’re waiting for a disaster that never arrives? Or wondered why you keep "choosing" the same dysfunctional relationships over and over?

Let’s be honest: most of us aren't just "stressed"—we are walking around in a body that’s still reacting to a fire that was put out years ago. In this episode, we’re pulling back the curtain on unresolved trauma and how it quietly rewires your brain, your gut, and your identity. We aren't just talking about "bad memories"; we’re mapping the 7 Levels of Trauma that turn a vibra...