Think Unbroken

In this episode, I'm very excited to be joined by one of my very good friends, Tim Ringgold. I met him when we were at a speaking competition in Dallas and Tim and I just kind of connected. So a couple of years ago, Tim, won the very competition that I was speaking at, and just by the serendipity of the nature of being in small groups and conferences and a couple few hundred people, Tim and I got to have a conversation, and throughout that conversation just kept noticing these intricacies that he and I had as far as parallels in our journey and our story we had suffered a tremendous amount of loss and people in our lives through death, through murder, and through suicide. We talk about his experience with grief, with death, with losing his five best friends with overcoming that, with going through this process in which we learn to heal, through community, through connection. Tim is a music therapist, he talks about his journey and even plays a little song here at the end for us. So this conversation is h

In this episode, I would love to share my back story with you. I'm going to include the preface to my book Think Unbroken Understanding and Overcoming Childhood Trauma. This is a dive into my background, story, journey, and what's led me to where I am today. I believe that we all are capable of healing. We all are capable of growing. We all are capable of changing, doing the thing, and becoming the hero of Our Own Story.  Learn more at www.thinkunbrokenpodcast.com Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/think-unbroken-with-michael-unbroken-childhood-trauma-cptsd-and/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In this episode, I talk about mentorship and why it’s been the most important decision that I’ve ever made in my life. Learn more about at https://www.ThinkUnbrokenPodcast.com Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/think-unbroken-with-michael-unbroken-childhood-trauma-cptsd-and/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In this episode, I talk about what it means to build momentum in your life and how to make massive action in your life towards the goals that you want to have. Learn more about at https://www.ThinkUnbrokenPodcast.com Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/think-unbroken-with-michael-unbroken-childhood-trauma-cptsd-and/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In this episode, I speak with Jana Short about her battles from obesity, sickness, and multiple near-death experiences and how she turned her life around through mindset, healthy choices, and choosing to put herself first. Jana is a global Influencer in Health and Wellness, a seasoned mindset coach, public speaker, best-selling author, podcast host, and magazine editor. For more information visit https://www.ThinkUnbrokenPodcast.com Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/think-unbroken-with-michael-unbroken-childhood-trauma-cptsd-and/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In this episode, I talk about why I just recently cleared my calendar, rescheduled my days, took a trip, and had a complete mental health break. Sometimes the best thing that we can do for ourselves is to hit the e-brake before we crash and burn.  For more information visit https://www.ThinkUnbrokenPodcast.com Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/think-unbroken-with-michael-unbroken-childhood-trauma-cptsd-and/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In this episode I talk with Amanda Abella who is on a mission to empower women to become more financially secure, stand up for themselves, and create a better future for their family.  Amanda is a powerhouse and first-generation US citizen.  For more information visit https://www.ThinkUnbrokenPodcast.com Be Unbroken, Michael    Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/think-unbroken-with-michael-unbroken-childhood-trauma-cptsd-and/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In this episode, I talk about standing up for yourself when abusive, narcissistic, and toxic people try to steal your agency by walking over you. No one is allowed to take your value, worth, love, and power away from you, NO ONE! The truth is that one of the hardest things we do as trauma survivors is to hold true to our boundaries and our right to be shown respect. Whether the podcast, my coaching, or any other business, I do not allow people to belittle, demean, or put me down because my agency and mental health as a trauma survivor always comes first. Today, I will break down how to say no, stand up for yourself, and remove toxic people from your life.  Also, Thank you for 100 episodes of The Think Unbroken Podcast! I am so excited for the next 100 and can’t wait to have you along for the ride. If you want me to discuss a certain topic or bring on a specific guest please let me know in the reviews! Thank you so much for all of your support!  Here’s to another 100 episodes! For more information visit ht

In this episode, I speak with Military Mike who is on a mission to help active duty and former Military servicemen and women learn how to transition from military service and possible trauma including PTSD. Learn about the impact of mindset and finding mental, emotional, and financial freedom as military Mike shares practical tools for what's next in your life. For more information visit https://www.ThinkUnbrokenPodcast.com Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/think-unbroken-with-michael-unbroken-childhood-trauma-cptsd-and/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In this episode, I talk about The Body Keeps The Score, discovering agency and self-worth. It's such a profound book, and not only in the healing journey but also in trauma survivors. Learn more about at https://www.ThinkUnbrokenPodcast.com Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/think-unbroken-with-michael-unbroken-childhood-trauma-cptsd-and/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In this episode, I talk about knowing when you have healed trauma and CPTSD and the idea of clarity and intention about who you want to be in the world in the healing journey. For more information visit https://www.ThinkUnbrokenPodcast.com Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/think-unbroken-with-michael-unbroken-childhood-trauma-cptsd-and/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In this episode, I talk about how to love your inner child with self-compassion and what it means to take control of your life after trauma and sexual abuse with psychotherapist and author Beverly Engel. Listen as we dive into understanding the shame and guilt that many trauma and abuse survivors experience on their mental health healing journey and how to use tools like therapy, coaching, self-talk, positive affirmations, and journaling to build yourself.  Learn about respect and compassion for victims of abuse, especially the difficulties they have due to debilitating shame—what are considered to be the most damaging effects of abuse. For more information visit https://www.ThinkUnbrokenPodcast.com   Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/think-unbroken-with-michael-unbroken-childhood-trauma-cptsd-and/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In this episode, I talk about how to take your power back from narcissistic abuse, and I want to share with you that it was a real big part of my journey, and that was learning how to take my life back in control. Learn more about https://www.ThinkUnbrokenPodcast.com Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/think-unbroken-with-michael-unbroken-childhood-trauma-cptsd-and/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In this episode, I talk about something practical today that I believe you're going to carry with you in your life and talk about the five steps to healing and how to overcome trauma. Learn more about https://www.ThinkUnbrokenPodcast.com Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/think-unbroken-with-michael-unbroken-childhood-trauma-cptsd-and/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In this episode, I talk about Brain-Based Wellness with Elisabeth Kristof. Understanding the Central Nervous System (CNS) is everything in the trauma healing and CPTSD recovery journey because it is the autonomic system that governs our body and our behaviors. Trauma often forces our body and mind to create survival mechanisms to both cope and facilitate trauma experiences in a way that serve us during times of uncertainty, but what happens when those mechanisms no longer work and we find ourselves in a constant state of Fight, Flight, Freeze, or Fawn? We have the ability to “re-wire” our brain and our body to step deeper into our healing journey and move away from the impact of our child abuse and traumatic experiences.  For more information on Elisabeth and Brain-Based Wellness click here: https://brainbased-wellness.com/ Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/think-unbroken-with-michael-unbroken-childhood-trauma-cptsd-and/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy

In this episode, I talk about the impact of suicide and my thoughts on the new Anthony Bourdain Documentary “Roadrunner.” I know that suicide is a hard conversation for most of us to have, that’s not lost on me. I also know that someone listening to this right now might be struggling with their mental health after trauma and abuse. There is no easy way to talk about the pain of the past and why often it can be in the way of our healing journey, but talking about suicide matters because it helps us know that we are not alone.    For more information visit https://www.ThinkUnbrokenPodcast.com Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/think-unbroken-with-michael-unbroken-childhood-trauma-cptsd-and/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In this episode, I talk about shifting to a growth mindset and the idea that we live in two phases: a growth mindset or a fixed mindset. Learn more at https://www.ThinkUnbrokenPodcast.com Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/think-unbroken-with-michael-unbroken-childhood-trauma-cptsd-and/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In this episode, I talked about my journey, inhaling the trauma in my body, and how does your body releases the pain and suffering during the things that are you have been through. Learn more at https://www.ThinkUnbrokenPodcast.com Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/think-unbroken-with-michael-unbroken-childhood-trauma-cptsd-and/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In this episode, I talk with Melanie Weller about how trauma is stored in your body and how to understand the way that the parasympathetic and sympathetic nervous systems are working as whole functions of the body. Learn more at https://www.ThinkUnbrokenPodcast.com Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/think-unbroken-with-michael-unbroken-childhood-trauma-cptsd-and/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

In this episode, I talk about facing fear and what it really means to create a pathway and a framework to have a life that you want to have. Learn more at https://www.ThinkUnbrokenPodcast.com Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/think-unbroken-with-michael-unbroken-childhood-trauma-cptsd-and/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy