Mastering Your Happiness Podcast

Trauma doesn't just affect the mind, when it is unprocessed, our bodies can hold onto it. Listen in to learn how to recognize these signs.

In this episode we break down 5 signs of a narcissistic friend and how to protect your peace.

Shyness is not social anxiety. Introversion is not social anxiety. Listen in to this episode to learn the causes of social anxiety and how to overcome it.

This episode provides clarity and knowledge around the wish that all victims have, that is for the abuser to change.

Emotional abuse can be subtle, insidious, and hard to identify. In this episode we break down the key signs of emotional abuse by answering 5 questions. Whether you are questioning your own experiences or supporting someone else, this episode offers clarity and compassion. All our episodes now contain a brief scientific nugget in the last minute-or-so. This episode's nugget is on 'Reactive Abuse'

Whether you're struggling with gambling or supporting someone who is, this episode will give you practical steps on how one can quit gambling. All our episodes now contain a brief scientific nugget in the last minute-or-so. This week's nugget is on "The Recency Effect"

In this episode, we'll break down how lyrics shape cognitive associations, how melodies affect emotional states, and how repeated listening patterns can influence behavior without us realizing it. All our episodes now contain a brief scientific nugget in the first minute-or-so. This episode's nugget is on how parenting styles do not solely influence our attachment styles.

Can someone really overcome addiction without therapy or rehab? In this episode, we’re talking about an often-misunderstood path: sobriety outside therapy . From the power of natural recovery to the role of self-belief, community, and personal accountability, we break down how individuals can overcome addiction without formal treatment. Whether you're walking this path yourself or supporting someo...

Not all alcoholics fit the stereotype. In this episode we look into the signs of a high functioning alcoholic which is the last stage before falling into addiction. Listen in as we cover the warning signs, the DSM-V criteria for Alcohol Use Disorder, and the emotional impact. Recovery begins with understanding. All our episodes now contain a brief scientific nugget in the first minute-or-so. This...

Growing up with an alcoholic parent can shape your life in various ways. In this episode we look at the challenges we might face and how these behaviors stem from childhood survival mechanisms. I also share practical steps towards healing. The study mentioned is Steinhausen et al. (1984) This episode's nugget is on PMDD (Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder)

Did you know that childhood trauma could increase the risk of gambling addiction later in life? It’s not about the money, it’s about using gambling to escape pain, stress, and unresolved emotions. In this episode, we uncover the science behind this connection, the role of emotional dysregulation, and how trauma rewires the brain to seek unhealthy coping mechanisms. All our episodes now contain a b...

Addiction is not the problem. It's the solution. In this episode we look at how childhood trauma impacts emotional regulation, rewires the brain, and leaves people vulnerable to addiction as a form of self-soothing. All our episodes now contain a brief scientific nugget in the first minute or so. This episode's nugget is on why most clinical trials do not include women.

Is shadow work a gimmick? Listen in to find out.

Prince Harry introduced most people to EMDR and here is how it works.

Why do people snap? This episode explores the psychology of homicidal rage and why a seemingly calm person snaps. All our episodes contain a brief scientific nugget in the first minute or so. This episode's nugget is on Stress induced analgesia. Enjoy!

From intrusive thoughts to complex rituals, this episode reveals the real struggles of OCD, shatters the common myth that it’s simply about being neat or organized, and shares effective treatment options that offer hope and healing. All our episodes contain a brief scientific nugget in the first minute or so. This episode's nugget is on acupuncture. Enjoy!

Have you been told you are too emotional? or that you take everything personally? Here's an episode for all the Highly Sensitive People. All our episodes contain a brief scientific nugget in the first minute or so. This episode's nugget is on emotionally distant parents. Enjoy!

If you are currently dealing with a stressful situation or struggle with anxiety, a body-scan meditation helps you release tension from your muscles and have a more balanced nervous system.

Whether you're seeking to understand your own experiences or support someone else, this episode provides valuable knowledge on recognizing and addressing the signs of childhood trauma in adults. All our episodes contain a brief scientific nugget in the first minute or so. This episodes nugget is on the use of brain scans in psychiatry. Enjoy!

Contrary to how co-dependency has been shown on social media, it does not represent an emotionally needy person. Listen in and if you are a co-dependent person, there are ways you can overcome it as shared in the episode. All our episodes now contain a brief scientific nugget in the first minute or so. This episode's nugget is on how genes and culture determine the effect that drugs have on a...

A 7-minute breathwork meditation practice perfect for beginners. All our episodes now contain a brief scientific nugget (except for meditation episodes) in the first minute or so. Enjoy!

What goes on in the mind of a stalker? Is stalking a mental illness or just a problematic behavior, and what causes it? Listen in to psychologically understand stalkers. All our episodes now contain a brief scientific nugget in the first minute or so. This episode's nugget is on why teenagers emotionally react the way they do. Enjoy!

How are you taking care of your emotional health in what might feel like a social injustice. We are in the middle of an unpredictable and sad natural disaster. The floods, mudslides leading to massive loss of lives, and unpredictability of the future brings about anxiety and fear. This episode will give you two ways to wade through. All our episodes now contain a brief scientific nugget in the fir...

All our episodes now contain a brief scientific nugget in the first minute or so. This episode's nugget is a quote "Reacting to other people's neurosis is a terrible way to live" Have you watched Baby Reindeer?

Have you been trying to start meditating? This episode is a simple 5 minute meditation practice where you will experience awareness as a skill. Check out episode 37 where I answer some of the most popular questions you might already be having. All our episodes now contain a brief scientific nugget (except for meditation episodes) in the first minute or so. Enjoy!