Control or Be Controlled

Unlock the surprising reason why negative emotions like anxiety and resentment are not your enemies—but remnants of childhood survival mechanisms. In this eye-opening episode, Byron Athene, a philosopher and psychotherapist with over 20 years of experience, reveals how our mind’s ancient wiring keeps us stuck in unhelpful patterns and how understanding this can be your first step toward emotional...

Unlock the secret to transforming your self-awareness into real-life power. Arky Jones—creator of Personality Peak—reveals how understanding your personality isn’t just about quizzes, but a lifelong journey that can dramatically reshape how you live, work, and relate. If you’ve ever felt stuck in your growth or confused about how to move forward, this episode is your blueprint to clarity. Most sel...

Unlock the secrets behind persistent financial struggles that go beyond numbers—your mindset and emotions hold the key. Daniel McDavid, author of *The Psychology of Bad Credit*, reveals how deep-rooted behavioral patterns and identity influence your credit—and, ultimately, your financial destiny. Most people focus solely on fixing their credit score, but Daniel exposes the psychological roots that...

Unlock the secret to standing out as a leader in today’s competitive landscape. Regina Huber, a transformational leadership coach with experience across five continents, reveals how embracing your distinctive uniqueness and mastering self-leadership can accelerate your career and deepen your impact. If you’ve ever wondered why some leaders command trust and admiration effortlessly, this episode is...

In this episode of Control or Be Controlled , we sit down with Michael T. Brown , licensed counselor and leadership expert, to explore what it really takes to regain control when life feels overwhelming, uncertain, or completely off track. We talk about: · Why people feel powerless when circumstances feel out of control · The hidden role of belief deficits and thought patterns in keeping people st...

In this episode of Control or Be Controlled , we sit down with Hillary Mompere-Patters , trauma coach, elder, and transformational mentor, to explore how deep healing begins from within—and what it truly takes to rebuild a life after trauma. We talk about: · How early life experiences and trauma shape identity and behavior · Hillary’s journey from addiction, chaos, and self-destruction to healing...

In this episode of Control or Be Controlled , we sit down with Lauretta Zucchetti , speaker and author of Painted Red , to explore what it really takes to break free from lifelong conditioning and step into authentic self-leadership. We talk about: · How childhood conditioning and societal expectations shape women’s identities · Lauretta’s journey from a restrictive upbringing in Italy to self-dis...

In this episode of Control or Be Controlled , we sit down with Karen Uslin , cultural historian and adoptee, to explore how fragmented family histories shape identity — and what it takes to make sense of the parts we can’t fully recover. We talk about: · How missing or incomplete family records shape personal identity · Karen’s journey of discovering her biological sister and Ruthenian heritage ·...

In this episode of Control or Be Controlled , we sit down with Jim Marshall , polymath and creator of the groundbreaking Septimics system , to explore a radically different way of understanding human behavior, motivation, and development. We talk about: · Why most self-help frameworks fail to explain human behavior in a structured way · The Septimics system and how it maps human development across...

In this episode of Control or Be Controlled , we sit down with Ken Kunken , retired prosecutor and author of I Dream of Things That Never Were , to explore what it truly means to take control in the face of life-altering adversity. We talk about: · The life-changing football injury that left him nearly paralyzed — and the mindset shift that followed · Becoming the first quadriplegic to graduate fr...

In this episode of Control or Be Controlled , we sit down with Michael Michiels , personal development coach, to explore how mastering your mind can transform even the darkest moments into a foundation for confidence, discipline, and purpose. We talk about: · How years of bullying shaped his early mindset — and what changed everything · The deeper psychological roots behind procrastination and low...

In this episode of Control or Be Controlled , we sit down with Sheekha Singh , tech leader and author of Unburnable Ambition , to unpack the hidden cost of high achievement — and what it really takes to succeed without burning out. We talk about: · Why burnout often hides behind ambition and productivity · The myth of constant busyness as a measure of success · How to recognize early warning signs...

In this episode of Control or Be Controlled , we sit down with Sheldon Greaves , guerrilla scholar and founder of a university, to challenge the idea that traditional institutions are the only path to meaningful intellectual growth. We talk about: · Why institutional education isn’t the only route to deep learning · What “guerrilla scholarship” really means in today’s world · How independent think...

In this episode of Control or Be Controlled , we sit down with Nadége Saysana to explore the deeper emotional and psychological patterns behind binge eating — and what it actually takes to create lasting change in your relationship with food. We talk about: · What led to her binge eating and what it looked like in real life · The difference between physical hunger and emotional urges · Why craving...

You tell yourself you’ll stop. You tell yourself you’ll do better. But somehow, you keep going back to the same habits… the same distractions… the same cycle. In this first episode of Control or Be Controlled , we break down why that happens and what’s really controlling your actions behind the scenes. This episode explores discipline, self-control, addiction, mindset, and the psychology behind wh...