Prepare to dive deep into the intricate web of human psychology, trauma, and the essence of personal responsibility.\xa0\nToday, I\u2019m joined by the insightful Dr. Paul Conti, a psychiatrist, consultant, and author who is adept at helping people untangle complex problems and find a path to healing. His book, Trauma: The Invisible Epidemic, examines the most recent research, clinical best practices, and dozens of real-life stories to present a deeper, richer, and more urgent view of trauma.\nIn the first part of this episode, Dr. Conti unravels the complexities of trauma, its lasting impact on our mental and emotional well-being, and the pivotal role of personal responsibility in our healing journey. We also explore the power of self-belief and conceptualizing trauma, gaps that exist in society around understanding and treating trauma, and the role of meaning and purpose in surviving and overcoming trauma.\xa0\n\nSHOW NOTES:\n0:45 | Process of Understanding Ourselves\n11:40 | Overcoming the Shame Spiral\n18:30 | Markers of Trauma\n25:59 | Conceptualizing Trauma and the Power of Self-Belief\n33:01 | Societal Gaps in Understanding Our Responses\n49:09 | The Depth of Loneliness and Feeling "Dead" Inside\n1:05:13 | Compassion in a Societal Context\n1:15:00 | The Role of Meaning and Purpose in Trauma\n\nFollow Paul Conti:\nhttps://drpaulconti.com/\xa0\n\nSPONSORS:\nGet 5 free AG1 Travel Packs and a FREE 1 year supply of Vitamin D with your first purchase at https://bit.ly/AG1Impact.\nRight now, Kajabi is offering a 30-day free trial to start your own business if you go to https://bit.ly/Kajabi-Impact.\nHead to www.insidetracker.com and use code \u201cIMPACTTHEORY\u201d to get 20% off!\nLearn a new language and get 55% off at https://bit.ly/BabbelImpact.\nTry NordVPN risk-free with a 30-day money-back guarantee by going to https://bit.ly/NordVPNImpact\nGive online therapy a try at https://bit.ly/BetterhelpImpact and get on your way to being your best self.\nGo to https://bit.ly/PlungeImpact and use code IMPACT to get $150 off your incredible cold plunge tub today.\n\n***Are You Ready for EXTRA Impact?***\nIf you\u2019re ready to find true fulfillment, strengthen your focus, and ignite your true potential, the Impact Theory subscription was created just for you.\nWant to transform your health, sharpen your mindset, improve your relationship, or conquer the business world? This is your epicenter of greatness.\xa0\nThis is not for the faint of heart. This is for those who dare to learn obsessively, every day, day after day.\n\n* New episodes delivered ad-free\n* Unlock the gates to a treasure trove of wisdom from inspiring guests like Andrew Huberman, Mel Robbins, Hal Elrod, Matthew McConaughey, and many, many, more\n* Exclusive access to Tom\u2019s AMAs, keynote speeches, and suggestions from his personal reading list\n* You\u2019ll also get access to an 5 additional podcasts with hundreds of archived Impact Theory episodes, meticulously curated into themed playlists covering health, mindset, business, relationships, and more:\n\n*Legendary Mindset: Mindset & Self-Improvement\n*Money Mindset: Business & Finance\n*Relationship Theory: Relationships\n*Health Theory: Mental & Physical Health\n*Power Ups: Weekly Doses of Short Motivational Quotes\xa0\n\n*****Subscribe on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3PCvJaz*****\n\nSubscribe on all other platforms (Google Podcasts, Spotify, Castro, Downcast, Overcast, Pocket Casts, Podcast Addict, Podcast Republic, Podkicker, and more) : https://impacttheorynetwork.supercast.com/\nLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices