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Send a text We map the mind and body onto a clear corporate metaphor that helps us see why stress, perfectionism, ADHD traits, and chronic illness persist. We show how to reassign roles, quiet alarm systems, and rebuild trust so the whole “company of you” can heal and perform. • CEO as conscious awareness and will • CFO as risk and boundary assessor • COO as habits and automation • Sales and Marketing as dopamine and motivation • HR as attachment, nurture, and connection • Security as fight-flight-freeze response • Facilities as parasympathetic repair and immune function • Legal as inner critic and perfectionism • How boundary violations skew risk and shut down connection • Overfunctioning patterns in BPD, OCD, ADHD • Practical ways to reopen HR and calm Security • Coaching as organizational consulting for the self If you like this podcast, consider buying me a coffee Go to Audible and buy the Rethinking Broken Audiobook and leave a review if you would Book coaching at owlchrysalismedicine.com via the Calendly link for a free 15-minute interview Support the show Music by Wutaboi Email us at speakplainlypodcast@gmail.com Buy me a coffee at www.buymeacoffee.com/owlmedicine Social Media Facebook: www.facebook.com/owlcmedicine Instagram: www.instagram.com/owlcmedicine My Websites www.owlchrysalismedicine.com www.decolonizehealthcare.com www.rethinkingbroken.com #rethinkingbroken #CPTSD #chronicstressadapted #ComplexPTSD #childhoodtrauma #Authorpodcast #bestsellingauthor #queerauthor #adhd #dyslexia #dyscalclia #Queer #queerpodcast #queerhost #adultswithadhd #veteran #therapist #nonfictionauthor #traumaauthor #undiagnisedadhd #childhoodtrauma #trauma #lifeaftertrauma #PTSD

Send a text We pull apart the $350 trillion global debt figure and follow the thread from 17th‑century share issuance to modern bank credit and QE, showing how debt became a permanent claim on tomorrow. Along the way, we map the startup playbook to a cancer metaphor to explain endless growth pressure and the local fallout it creates. • global debt as a circular ledger and claim on future output • bonds as tradable promises held by pensions, banks, states, and central banks • the shift from commerce to capitalism via VOC and stock markets • birth of sovereign debt and growth as collateral • bank credit creation, interest gaps, and forced expansion • QE’s role in asset inflation, bubbles, and zombie firms • startup growth phases mirroring cancer dynamics • local effects on rent, small business survival, and inequality If you like the podcast please share it send it to a friend please leave a comment like the rate rate it like I don’t know if you’re on Spotify or like iTunes or whatever. But if you can leave a comment please do so you can consider buying me a coffee the link’s in the description below Support the show Music by Wutaboi Email us at speakplainlypodcast@gmail.com Buy me a coffee at www.buymeacoffee.com/owlmedicine Social Media Facebook: www.facebook.com/owlcmedicine Instagram: www.instagram.com/owlcmedicine My Websites www.owlchrysalismedicine.com www.decolonizehealthcare.com www.rethinkingbroken.com #rethinkingbroken #CPTSD #chronicstressadapted #ComplexPTSD #childhoodtrauma #Authorpodcast #bestsellingauthor #queerauthor #adhd #dyslexia #dyscalclia #Queer #queerpodcast #queerhost #adultswithadhd #veteran #therapist #nonfictionauthor #traumaauthor #undiagnisedadhd #childhoodtrauma #trauma #lifeaftertrauma #PTSD

Send a text Light needs darkness and strength needs weakness. Since men can be weak and that prevents strength what is it that approximates strength for men in our world? being Inert. Men are expected to be inert, reactionless, emotionless and unfeeling. Unfortunately the measure of a man in the modern world is: "how miserable can you be in the inside without letting it show on the out?" This isn't a choice its a cultural expectation that has whittled down the modern man to a shell of a human being. Then somehow we have the gall to be angry at men when we can't answer: "how do you feel about that?" In this episode we challenge the myth that stoicism equals silence and show how emotional inertia masquerades as strength while damaging love, health, relationships and purpose. We trace how patriarchal male conditioning shuts men down and offer practical steps to feel, speak, and connect without losing stability. • strength defined as range, not stillness • how suppression becomes repression and inertia • why “dude bro” stoicism misreads philosophy • links between vulnerability and intelligence • relationship, mental health, and burnout costs • data on stigma, suicides, and permission • small daily practices to express emotion • spotting shutdown signals in the body • building male friendships through shared goals • balancing thinking with embodied awareness • partners setting limits without shaming • unlearning cultural rules that block feeling Thank you for listening. Stay curious and stay uncomfortable. Support the show Music by Wutaboi Email us at speakplainlypodcast@gmail.com Buy me a coffee at www.buymeacoffee.com/owlmedicine Social Media Facebook: www.facebook.com/owlcmedicine Instagram: www.instagram.com/owlcmedicine My Websites www.owlchrysalismedicine.com www.decolonizehealthcare.com www.rethinkingbroken.com #rethinkingbroken #CPTSD #chronicstressadapted #ComplexPTSD #childhoodtrauma #Authorpodcast #bestsellingauthor #queerauthor #adhd #dyslexia #dyscalclia #Queer #queerpodcast #queerhost #adultswithadhd #veteran #therapist #nonfictionauthor #traumaauthor #undiagnisedadhd #childhoodtrauma #trauma #lifeaftertrauma #PTSD

Send a text We follow a veteran journalist’s surreal path through an ICE career expo that “hired” her without finished paperwork, then track how speed, bed quotas, and private prison incentives warp vetting and accountability. We connect personal stories, federal denials, and the money trail to show how throughput beats caution. • audiobook update for Rethinking Broken and request for reviews • Laura Jadeed’s six-minute interview and optional screening • tentative email turning into a final offer and start date • DHS public denial vs screen-recorded receipts • sign-on bonuses and the detention bed quota economy • recruiting veterans into street-first enforcement roles • trauma, conditioning, and the pipeline from military to ICE • incentives that favor speed over safety and oversight • questions about abusers, extremists, and inadequate vetting Please leave an honest review on Audible if you listen to the audiobook Support the show Music by Wutaboi Email us at speakplainlypodcast@gmail.com Buy me a coffee at www.buymeacoffee.com/owlmedicine Social Media Facebook: www.facebook.com/owlcmedicine Instagram: www.instagram.com/owlcmedicine My Websites www.owlchrysalismedicine.com www.decolonizehealthcare.com www.rethinkingbroken.com #rethinkingbroken #CPTSD #chronicstressadapted #ComplexPTSD #childhoodtrauma #Authorpodcast #bestsellingauthor #queerauthor #adhd #dyslexia #dyscalclia #Queer #queerpodcast #queerhost #adultswithadhd #veteran #therapist #nonfictionauthor #traumaauthor #undiagnisedadhd #childhoodtrauma #trauma #lifeaftertrauma #PTSD

Send us a text Follow the money! That's how to find motivation for everything in today's world. So today we trace how a 90 percent bed mandate and per diem payments turn detention into a guaranteed cash business, then map the loop from public money to profit to lobbying and back again. Along the way we expose hiring failures, subcontracting fog, and why humane alternatives get sidelined. • 90 percent minimum bed guarantee as the engine of detention profits • $130 per diem creating incentives to cut food, medical, and staffing costs • Publicly traded status driving expansion and investor-friendly margins • Lobbying reinforcing stricter enforcement and resistance to alternatives • Subcontracting layers diffusing accountability for harmful practices • Policy enforcement clashing with constitutional protections in homes • Political targets and data power shaping where raids intensify • Rebranding and EO 14006 shifting optics while ICE contracts persist If you enjoyed this, consider going in the comments or the description and click the buy me a coffee link, and you can send me a couple of bucks and get me a latte Support the show Music by Wutaboi Email us at speakplainlypodcast@gmail.com Buy me a coffee at www.buymeacoffee.com/owlmedicine Social Media Facebook: www.facebook.com/owlcmedicine Instagram: www.instagram.com/owlcmedicine My Websites www.owlchrysalismedicine.com www.decolonizehealthcare.com www.rethinkingbroken.com #rethinkingbroken #CPTSD #chronicstressadapted #ComplexPTSD #childhoodtrauma #Authorpodcast #bestsellingauthor #queerauthor #adhd #dyslexia #dyscalclia #Queer #queerpodcast #queerhost #adultswithadhd #veteran #therapist #nonfictionauthor #traumaauthor #undiagnisedadhd #childhoodtrauma #trauma #lifeaftertrauma #PTSD

Send us a text We trace how a single counterprotester held space at a small-town Turning Point rally, and how performative civility flipped to petty violence when dissent stayed visible. We dig into the psychology, the power plays, and the stakes for neighbors who want safety without silence. • why one person chose to protest a local turning point rally • the role of music and signage as nonviolent counter-speech • friendly small talk turning into property damage and intimidation • hypocrisy of “free speech” and “law and order” claims • private apologies versus public accountability in small towns • why homogeneous groups radicalize faster • research on disgust sensitivity and exposure shaping ideology • first settlers principle and cultural imprint in local power • how to show up safely, document, and set boundaries • next steps: return, organize presence, raise a louder voice If you feel like supporting the show, then go into the notes. There’s a you can buy me a coffee or whatever you feel like doing. Please leave a comment, share this with some friends, spread it, especially if you’re local. If you live in Port Angeles or Washington or Squim or Forks or Joyce or any of these little areas around here, please send this to your friends. We need to get the word out about these people. I hope that you guys come out and join this protest. Support the show Music by Wutaboi Email us at speakplainlypodcast@gmail.com Buy me a coffee at www.buymeacoffee.com/owlmedicine Social Media Facebook: www.facebook.com/owlcmedicine Instagram: www.instagram.com/owlcmedicine My Websites www.owlchrysalismedicine.com www.decolonizehealthcare.com www.rethinkingbroken.com #rethinkingbroken #CPTSD #chronicstressadapted #ComplexPTSD #childhoodtrauma #Authorpodcast #bestsellingauthor #queerauthor #adhd #dyslexia #dyscalclia #Queer #queerpodcast #queerhost #adultswithadhd #veteran #therapist #nonfictionauthor #traumaauthor #undiagnisedadhd #childhoodtrauma #trauma #lifeaftertrauma #PTSD

Send us a text Fear shrinks our world until only the threat remains in view. That biological truth doesn’t stop at the edge of the skin; it scales up to cities and nations. We explore how chronic stress—pandemic fallout, economic pressure, and a nonstop fear feed—can push entire communities toward authoritarian comfort: conformity, punishment, and a single story that feels safe because it’s simple. I lay out the biology first: how tunnel vision and fight–flight–freeze–fawn tilt our choices when we feel cornered. Then we connect the science to politics with research you can use. Karen Stenner’s work on normative threat explains rising demands for sameness. Terror management theory shows why mortality talk fuels loyalty to strongmen. Michael Hogg’s uncertainty-identity theory clarifies why shaky times tighten in-groups and elevate leaders who promise firm rules. We also examine the media ecosystem, lawsuits that exposed manufactured narratives, and why single-source news becomes addictive when certainty feels like oxygen. Religion’s role is nuanced and real. The habit of surrender—let go and let God—can slide into civic life as let go and let the Strong Leader. Priming, prophecy, and confirmation bias form a powerful feedback loop that paints outsiders as dangerous and makes crackdowns look like care. I share personal stories from an evangelical upbringing to show how these patterns get baked in early and reactivated under stress. Here’s the hopeful pivot: the same biology that drifts us toward control can lead us back through connection. Safety downshifts the nervous system. Mutual aid, volunteering, honest conversation, and multiple information streams widen the aperture so complexity feels manageable again. If we regulate our bodies and strengthen our communities, we reduce the appeal of punitive certainty and make democratic solutions visible. If this resonates, share it with one person who feels alone or overwhelmed. Then do something together—big or small—that builds connection. Subscribe for more grounded, plainspoken dives into how our bodies, beliefs, and politics shape each other, and leave a review to help others find the show. Support the show Music by Wutaboi Email us at speakplainlypodcast@gmail.com Buy me a coffee at www.buymeacoffee.com/owlmedicine Social Media Facebook: www.facebook.com/owlcmedicine Instagram: www.instagram.com/owlcmedicine My Websites www.owlchrysalismedicine.com www.decolonizehealthcare.com www.rethinkingbroken.com #rethinkingbroken #CPTSD #chronicstressadapted #ComplexPTSD #childhoodtrauma #Authorpodcast #bestsellingauthor #queerauthor #adhd #dyslexia #dyscalclia #Queer #queerpodcast #queerhost #adultswithadhd #veteran #therapist #nonfictionauthor #traumaauthor #undiagnisedadhd #childhoodtrauma #trauma #lifeaftertrauma #PTSD

Send us a text We push into the tension of friendships during political stress, mapping why people with the same heart still clash when one acts as a Protector and another as an Integrator. We set clear lines on safety while honoring different methods for reducing harm and keeping communities whole. • naming the friction between protectors and integrators • trauma-informed reasons behind sharp boundaries and speech • why different audiences require different tones and tactics • separating values, tactics and hard boundaries • role clarity as a stress and conflict reducer • designing personal systems to lower reactivity • time horizons for safety now vs conversion later • gratitude, accountability and smarter critique across roles Support the show Music by Wutaboi Email us at speakplainlypodcast@gmail.com Buy me a coffee at www.buymeacoffee.com/owlmedicine Social Media Facebook: www.facebook.com/owlcmedicine Instagram: www.instagram.com/owlcmedicine My Websites www.owlchrysalismedicine.com www.decolonizehealthcare.com www.rethinkingbroken.com #rethinkingbroken #CPTSD #chronicstressadapted #ComplexPTSD #childhoodtrauma #Authorpodcast #bestsellingauthor #queerauthor #adhd #dyslexia #dyscalclia #Queer #queerpodcast #queerhost #adultswithadhd #veteran #therapist #nonfictionauthor #traumaauthor #undiagnisedadhd #childhoodtrauma #trauma #lifeaftertrauma #PTSD

Send us a text A conservative activist was shot dead by someone even further to the right than himself, highlighting America's terrifying rightward shift toward extremism. The incident reveals how far-right ideology has become so normalized that prominent figures like Charlie Kirk are considered "sellouts" by even more radical elements. • Charlie Kirk, 31-year-old founder of Turning Point USA, was killed by a 22-year-old extremist who considered him not conservative enough • The shooter, son of a Mormon pastor from a Republican family, represents the extreme right-wing fringe that has become increasingly violent • Understanding the Overton Window helps explain how extreme acts can shift public discourse in dangerous directions • The host shares personal experience growing up in an evangelical household similar to Kirk's ideology • White supremacy isn't just a fringe element in America but is woven into the country's social fabric • When opposing fascism gets you labeled a terrorist while promoting extremist views makes you celebrated, America has reached a dangerous point • The concerning reality that America continues moving rightward, with no signs of moderating Stay curious and stay uncomfortable. Support the show Music by Wutaboi Email us at speakplainlypodcast@gmail.com Buy me a coffee at www.buymeacoffee.com/owlmedicine Social Media Facebook: www.facebook.com/owlcmedicine Instagram: www.instagram.com/owlcmedicine My Websites www.owlchrysalismedicine.com www.decolonizehealthcare.com www.rethinkingbroken.com #rethinkingbroken #CPTSD #chronicstressadapted #ComplexPTSD #childhoodtrauma #Authorpodcast #bestsellingauthor #queerauthor #adhd #dyslexia #dyscalclia #Queer #queerpodcast #queerhost #adultswithadhd #veteran #therapist #nonfictionauthor #traumaauthor #undiagnisedadhd #childhoodtrauma #trauma #lifeaftertrauma #PTSD

Send us a text We explore the crucial difference between conflict avoidance and avoidant attachment, examining how avoiding small issues creates bigger problems in long-term relationships. The person who avoids conflict actually controls the relationship dynamic, creating a pressure cooker where ten skipped conversations eventually lead to one explosive confrontation. • Conflict avoidance is different from avoidant attachment, though they're often confused • Avoiding issues in long-term relationships causes problems to grow larger over time • The conflict-avoidant person paradoxically controls the relationship by setting its pace • Trust requires truth plus timeliness plus completeness—avoidance breaks timeliness • When we think we're "letting things go," our biology often holds onto tension anyway • Secure attachment approaches conflict directly with clear communication • Conflict avoidance can lead to ending valuable relationships when seeing others' pain becomes unbearable Stay curious and stay uncomfortable. Support the show Music by Wutaboi Email us at speakplainlypodcast@gmail.com Buy me a coffee at www.buymeacoffee.com/owlmedicine Social Media Facebook: www.facebook.com/owlcmedicine Instagram: www.instagram.com/owlcmedicine My Websites www.owlchrysalismedicine.com www.decolonizehealthcare.com www.rethinkingbroken.com #rethinkingbroken #CPTSD #chronicstressadapted #ComplexPTSD #childhoodtrauma #Authorpodcast #bestsellingauthor #queerauthor #adhd #dyslexia #dyscalclia #Queer #queerpodcast #queerhost #adultswithadhd #veteran #therapist #nonfictionauthor #traumaauthor #undiagnisedadhd #childhoodtrauma #trauma #lifeaftertrauma #PTSD

Send us a text We need to recognize ourselves as the human animals we are, understanding that our meat suit houses all our psychological components and significantly impacts what we consider "self." The way stress shapes our bodies and behaviors can explain everything from lacking motivation to experiencing unexplained pain. • Our biology is the most incredible machine ever created, far superior to any human invention • Modern society conditions us to ignore physical discomfort through top-down regulation from the prefrontal cortex • Chronic stress creates hidden tension in our bodies that manifests as pain, emotional problems, and focus issues • Our bodies are tensegrity structures that need varied, constant movement to maintain health • Emotions begin as physiological sensations before cognitive awareness • The lack of species-expected stimuli in modern environments causes our biological systems to short-circuit • Walking provides both physical movement and creates visual signals that help regulate stress responses • ADHD often results from being conditioned at home due to stress rather than at school • Like any animal, humans need touch, play, food, water, sleep, and social connection • Satisfying these basic animal needs can resolve seemingly complex psychological problems Check out my upcoming ADHD management course and audiobook release at RethinkingBroken.com. Thank you for listening, and if you want to support the show, buy me a coffee or wait to purchase a copy of the audiobook. Support the show Music by Wutaboi Email us at speakplainlypodcast@gmail.com Buy me a coffee at www.buymeacoffee.com/owlmedicine Social Media Facebook: www.facebook.com/owlcmedicine Instagram: www.instagram.com/owlcmedicine My Websites www.owlchrysalismedicine.com www.decolonizehealthcare.com www.rethinkingbroken.com #rethinkingbroken #CPTSD #chronicstressadapted #ComplexPTSD #childhoodtrauma #Authorpodcast #bestsellingauthor #queerauthor #adhd #dyslexia #dyscalclia #Queer #queerpodcast #queerhost #adultswithadhd #veteran #therapist #nonfictionauthor #traumaauthor #undiagnisedadhd #childhoodtrauma #trauma #lifeaftertrauma #PTSD

Send us a text The difference between commerce and capitalism might seem like a semantic distinction, but understanding this gap illuminates how our entire economic system functions today. Commerce—the simple exchange of goods based on mutual needs—has existed in all human societies since time immemorial. It's relational, built on trust and reciprocity. But capitalism? That's something else entirely. In this deep dive, we trace capitalism's evolution from feudal Europe through the first multinational corporations to today's tech monopolies. The story begins with the rise of merchant classes who threatened landed elites, and the subsequent creation of corporate charters that married private capital with state violence. The Dutch and British East India Companies—with their own militaries, courts, and prisons—represent the first true capitalistic enterprises, extracting wealth globally while distributing risk through public stock offerings. This historical development fundamentally transformed human values. Worth became determined not by usefulness but by exchange value. Time became money. Work became wage labor. The abstraction of wealth from tangible goods to returns on investment created our modern financial system where billionaires claim to assume risk while actually transferring it to workers and consumers. From ExxonMobil's resource extraction backed by military force to Amazon's 30% marketplace cut while enjoying massive tax breaks, the mechanisms have evolved but the underlying structure remains. Delaware's corporate secrecy laws hide the modern version of those early public charters from scrutiny, while our legal system obligates companies to maximize quarterly profits regardless of human or environmental costs. Understanding this history challenges us to reimagine what trade could look like without domination. How might we increase reciprocal commerce in our communities while resisting exploitative capitalism? Join this conversation about one of the most misunderstood but influential systems shaping our world today, and discover practical ways to support alternatives that benefit everyone, not just those at the top. Support the show Music by Wutaboi Email us at speakplainlypodcast@gmail.com Buy me a coffee at www.buymeacoffee.com/owlmedicine Social Media Facebook: www.facebook.com/owlcmedicine Instagram: www.instagram.com/owlcmedicine My Websites www.owlchrysalismedicine.com www.decolonizehealthcare.com www.rethinkingbroken.com #rethinkingbroken #CPTSD #chronicstressadapted #ComplexPTSD #childhoodtrauma #Authorpodcast #bestsellingauthor #queerauthor #adhd #dyslexia #dyscalclia #Queer #queerpodcast #queerhost #adultswithadhd #veteran #therapist #nonfictionauthor #traumaauthor #undiagnisedadhd #childhoodtrauma #trauma #lifeaftertrauma #PTSD

Send us a text The golden era of capitalism from the 1950s to 1970s wasn't brought to you by capitalism but by communism and government regulation. During post-WWII America, the government implemented socialist policies that created unprecedented prosperity while simultaneously demonizing communism abroad. • Government contracts forced corporations like Boeing, General Dynamics, and Lockheed to build specific products with extensive oversight • Social services including the GI Bill, Federal Housing Administration, Highway Interstate Act, Medicare and Medicaid were created during this era • Top marginal tax rate was 91% from 1946-1963, funding social spending and development • Employment Act of 1946 legally committed Washington to pursue maximum employment • When USSR collapsed in the 1980s, deregulation followed, creating massive inequality • Capitalism only wore a human face because it feared losing its head to communism Check out my book Rethinking Broken now available at RethinkingBroken.com where you can purchase the paperback, hardback, ebook, or soon-to-be-released audiobook directly from me rather than through Amazon. Support the show Music by Wutaboi Email us at speakplainlypodcast@gmail.com Buy me a coffee at www.buymeacoffee.com/owlmedicine Social Media Facebook: www.facebook.com/owlcmedicine Instagram: www.instagram.com/owlcmedicine My Websites www.owlchrysalismedicine.com www.decolonizehealthcare.com www.rethinkingbroken.com #rethinkingbroken #CPTSD #chronicstressadapted #ComplexPTSD #childhoodtrauma #Authorpodcast #bestsellingauthor #queerauthor #adhd #dyslexia #dyscalclia #Queer #queerpodcast #queerhost #adultswithadhd #veteran #therapist #nonfictionauthor #traumaauthor #undiagnisedadhd #childhoodtrauma #trauma #lifeaftertrauma #PTSD

Send us a text America has been functioning as a fascist country for years, but we're only now seeing the Nazi salutes and hearing direct Nazi quotes in Congress. The real issue isn't just the obvious villains, but the entire political system controlled by trillion-dollar investment firms that fund both parties while the public fights over social issues. • Texas Representative Keith Self quoted Nazi propagandist Joseph Goebbels during a congressional session • Politicians from both parties serve the same financial interests while maintaining the illusion of opposition • The same corporate donors fund both Republicans and Democrats to different degrees • BlackRock controls $10 trillion in assets, dwarfing even billionaires like Elon Musk • Politicians enter office middle-class and leave as multimillionaires through insider trading • Democrats are morally compromised by claiming higher ground while enabling similar systems of oppression • America needs revolution, not reform, as the issues that truly matter don't change regardless of who's in office Go check out owlchrysalismedicine.com to see what I'm up to and consider buying me a coffee. Stay curious and stay uncomfortable. PS. The video of Rep Self seemed to imply but did not actually show the representatives support of the quote. He simply stated "I think this is what we are here to talk about." In my opinion this doesn't necessarily mean he supports the quote. He was just the one who read it and i couldn't find any record of what he was saying just before the video. So Representative Self may or may not support the Goebbels quote. #politics #elon #musk #democrats #republican #Trump #project2025 Support the show Music by Wutaboi Email us at speakplainlypodcast@gmail.com Patreon www.patreon.com Buy me a coffee at www.buymeacoffee.com/owlmedicine Social Media Facebook: www.facebook.com/owlcmedicine Instagram: www.instagram.com/owlcmedicine Twitter: www.twitter.com/owlmedicine My Websites www.owlchrysalismedicine.com www.decolonizehealthcare.com www.rethinkingbroken.com #rethinkingbroken #CPTSD #chronicstressadapted #ComplexPTSD #childhoodtrauma #Authorpodcast #bestsellingauthor #queerauthor #adhd #dyslexia #dyscalclia #Queer #queerpodcast #queerhost #adultswithadhd #veteran #therapist #nonfictionauthor #traumaauthor #undiagnisedadhd #childhoodtrauma #trauma #lifeaftertrauma #PTSD

Send us a text Provocative victims are people who trigger others and then claim to be bullied when faced with pushback, representing a pattern rooted in privilege and trauma responses. This behavioral pattern extends from personal interactions to public figures, requiring clear recognition to effectively navigate without becoming emotionally entangled. • Provocative victims display aggressive behavior then immediately claim victimhood when others respond • White privilege often enables this behavior pattern by providing social safety to be confrontational • Many provocative victims grew up with narcissistic caregivers, distorting their understanding of appropriate behavior • Public figures like Elon Musk and Donald Trump demonstrate this pattern on larger scales • Understanding the psychological roots helps us respond strategically rather than reactively • Narcissistic tendencies provide frameworks but create blind spots about how behavior impacts others • Naming this pattern ("provocative victim") gives us tools to handle these interactions more effectively Find me on YouTube with my podcast, music covers and originals. Visit decolonizehealthcare.com for free programs including the 21-day meditation exploration, or check out OwlChrysalisMedicine.com for links to my coaching, music, books, and more. #mentalhealth #Trauma #Elon #Musk #elonmusk #Trump #Provocativevictim #whiteprivilege #privelege #narcisissm Support the show Music by Wutaboi Email us at speakplainlypodcast@gmail.com Patreon www.patreon.com Buy me a coffee at www.buymeacoffee.com/owlmedicine Social Media Facebook: www.facebook.com/owlcmedicine Instagram: www.instagram.com/owlcmedicine Twitter: www.twitter.com/owlmedicine My Websites www.owlchrysalismedicine.com www.decolonizehealthcare.com www.rethinkingbroken.com #rethinkingbroken #CPTSD #chronicstressadapted #ComplexPTSD #childhoodtrauma #Authorpodcast #bestsellingauthor #queerauthor #adhd #dyslexia #dyscalclia #Queer #queerpodcast #queerhost #adultswithadhd #veteran #therapist #nonfictionauthor #traumaauthor #undiagnisedadhd #childhoodtrauma #trauma #lifeaftertrauma #PTSD

Send us a text Let me introduce you to a fantastic and powerful short hand way to evaluate the heartwarming good news presented to us in the media as Americans. The Orphan crushing machine! Nearly every heartwarming positive piece of news in this country ignores the terrible circumstances that created the need for the heartwarming story. 1 in 3 Go fund me accounts is for someones medical expenses. That is an orphan crushing machine. Every day people have raised over 650 Million dollars on Go fund me alone for peoples medical payments. The orphan is the people being saved by the goodness of strangers. While ignoring the problem created by the greed of the richest people in history manipulating healthcare until healthcare itself has become the machine that crushes orphans. Support the show Music by Wutaboi Email us at speakplainlypodcast@gmail.com Patreon www.patreon.com Buy me a coffee at www.buymeacoffee.com/owlmedicine Social Media Facebook: www.facebook.com/owlcmedicine Instagram: www.instagram.com/owlcmedicine Twitter: www.twitter.com/owlmedicine My Websites www.owlchrysalismedicine.com www.decolonizehealthcare.com www.rethinkingbroken.com #rethinkingbroken #CPTSD #chronicstressadapted #ComplexPTSD #childhoodtrauma #Authorpodcast #bestsellingauthor #queerauthor #adhd #dyslexia #dyscalclia #Queer #queerpodcast #queerhost #adultswithadhd #veteran #therapist #nonfictionauthor #traumaauthor #undiagnisedadhd #childhoodtrauma #trauma #lifeaftertrauma #PTSD

Send us a text What does it take for a Navy SEAL to transform into a licensed clinical social worker? Join us as we uncover the extraordinary life of Tom LeGrave, who shares his compelling journey from military service to helping others navigate the complexities of young adulthood. At the heart of our conversation, we focus on the age group of 18 to 24, a time when self-regulation and resilience are crucial. Tom’s personal struggles provide a powerful backdrop as we discuss the profound impact of chronic stress and the difference a resilient role model can make during these pivotal years. Rites of passage—what role do they play in defining our journey from dependence to independence? We explore this intriguing topic with Tom, delving into the cultural perceptions of these transitions and their psychological impact. Often misunderstood, the stigma surrounding science and therapy is another key discussion point. We also highlight those life-changing “aha” moments when individuals realize their own capacities and potential, emphasizing the importance of personal discovery and the art of letting go for growth and self-discovery. Have you ever considered the power of personal reflection in seeking growth? With Tom LeGrave, we discuss how being just one step ahead can make a significant difference in helping others. Through Tom’s candid recounting of a personal relapse after decades of sobriety, we explore the importance of authenticity, vulnerability, and understanding our implicit memories. As we wrap up, we find a beacon of hope even in the darkest times, encouraging listeners to pursue sources of inspiration and motivation, nurturing a sense of optimism every day. Support the show Music by Wutaboi Email us at speakplainlypodcast@gmail.com Patreon www.patreon.com Buy me a coffee at www.buymeacoffee.com/owlmedicine Social Media Facebook: www.facebook.com/owlcmedicine Instagram: www.instagram.com/owlcmedicine Twitter: www.twitter.com/owlmedicine My Websites www.owlchrysalismedicine.com www.decolonizehealthcare.com www.rethinkingbroken.com #rethinkingbroken #CPTSD #chronicstressadapted #ComplexPTSD #childhoodtrauma #Authorpodcast #bestsellingauthor #queerauthor #adhd #dyslexia #dyscalclia #Queer #queerpodcast #queerhost #adultswithadhd #veteran #therapist #nonfictionauthor #traumaauthor #undiagnisedadhd #childhoodtrauma #trauma #lifeaftertrauma #PTSD

Send us a text Step into a transformative conversation with Dr. David Clark, president of the Association for the Treatment of Neuroplastic Symptoms, as he presents a revolutionary perspective on health and healing. During our dialogue, Dr. Clark uncovers the powerful concept of neuroplastic symptoms—conditions generated by the brain in response to stress and trauma, without any physical changes in the body. With compelling examples like phantom limb pain, Dr. Clark shares his journey from a traditional Western-trained physician to an innovator in understanding the brain's role in producing symptoms. His story begins with a case that challenged his medical understanding and led to an epiphany about the brain's capacity for change and healing. Prepare to be enlightened by groundbreaking research in chronic pain management using neuroplastic psychotherapy, a method that could reshape patient care. The Boulder Back Pain Study is a testament to this approach's success, showcasing a 75% reduction in chronic pain after just eight therapy sessions, with effects lasting up to a year. Dr. Clark passionately discusses the potential of this therapy to surpass traditional methods like spinal injections and cognitive behavioral therapy, offering new hope to those with persistent symptoms that often baffle conventional medicine. We also delve into the profound impact of childhood trauma on health, drawing insights from Gabor Maté's book "The Myth of Normal." Learn how adverse childhood experiences can shape personality traits, leading to chronic stress and high-stress lifestyles in adulthood. Dr. Clark emphasizes the importance of understanding patients' stress histories and the hidden psychological factors that manifest physically. Through powerful stories, we uncover the potential for healing when healthcare practitioners address these deep-seated issues, ultimately empowering both patients and medical professionals to achieve significant improvements in a relatively short time. Join us for this enlightening episode that promises to reshape your understanding of health and healing. Support the show Music by Wutaboi Email us at speakplainlypodcast@gmail.com Patreon www.patreon.com Buy me a coffee at www.buymeacoffee.com/owlmedicine Social Media Facebook: www.facebook.com/owlcmedicine Instagram: www.instagram.com/owlcmedicine Twitter: www.twitter.com/owlmedicine My Websites www.owlchrysalismedicine.com www.decolonizehealthcare.com www.rethinkingbroken.com #rethinkingbroken #CPTSD #chronicstressadapted #ComplexPTSD #childhoodtrauma #Authorpodcast #bestsellingauthor #queerauthor #adhd #dyslexia #dyscalclia #Queer #queerpodcast #queerhost #adultswithadhd #veteran #therapist #nonfictionauthor #traumaauthor #undiagnisedadhd #childhoodtrauma #trauma #lifeaftertrauma #PTSD

This episode explores the concept of radical flanking and how extremism influences social movements. We discuss the roles of radical and moderate groups, the dynamics of the Overton window, and the implications of violence in the pursuit of social change. • Examination of radical flanking in social movements • Historical context: MLK vs. Malcolm X, Black Panthers • The Overton window and its relevance to discourse • Positive vs. negative flank effects and their predictors • The role of violence in social movements • Critical analysis of the necessity of dissent and radicalism • Strong calls for reflection on activism strategies #luigimangione #luigi #unitedhealth #unitedCEO #revolution #reform #ceoshooter Support the show Music by Wutaboi Email us at speakplainlypodcast@gmail.com Patreon www.patreon.com Buy me a coffee at www.buymeacoffee.com/owlmedicine Social Media Facebook: www.facebook.com/owlcmedicine Instagram: www.instagram.com/owlcmedicine Twitter: www.twitter.com/owlmedicine My Websites www.owlchrysalismedicine.com www.decolonizehealthcare.com www.rethinkingbroken.com #rethinkingbroken #CPTSD #chronicstressadapted #ComplexPTSD #childhoodtrauma #Authorpodcast #bestsellingauthor #queerauthor #adhd #dyslexia #dyscalclia #Queer #queerpodcast #queerhost #adultswithadhd #veteran #therapist #nonfictionauthor #traumaauthor #undiagnisedadhd #childhoodtrauma #trauma #lifeaftertrauma #PTSD

A challenging exploration of boundary-setting and personal conflict unfolds through gripping stories that reveal the complexities of human interaction. The episode highlights the escalation of confrontations and emphasizes the importance of repairing relationships after boundaries are crossed. • Discusses the need for boundaries in social interactions • Shares personal stories of boundary violations • Explores the emotional triggers associated with crossing boundaries • Highlights the process of escalation and immediate de-escalation • Stresses the importance of repair after conflict • Introduces the concept of “radical flanking” in social movements • Encourages listeners to reflect on their own boundary-setting experiences Support the show Music by Wutaboi Email us at speakplainlypodcast@gmail.com Patreon www.patreon.com Buy me a coffee at www.buymeacoffee.com/owlmedicine Social Media Facebook: www.facebook.com/owlcmedicine Instagram: www.instagram.com/owlcmedicine Twitter: www.twitter.com/owlmedicine My Websites www.owlchrysalismedicine.com www.decolonizehealthcare.com www.rethinkingbroken.com #rethinkingbroken #CPTSD #chronicstressadapted #ComplexPTSD #childhoodtrauma #Authorpodcast #bestsellingauthor #queerauthor #adhd #dyslexia #dyscalclia #Queer #queerpodcast #queerhost #adultswithadhd #veteran #therapist #nonfictionauthor #traumaauthor #undiagnisedadhd #childhoodtrauma #trauma #lifeaftertrauma #PTSD