Did you know your past trauma is secretly ruining your life? You may be pushing people away, choosing the wrong partners, and destroying your own success without even realizing it. In episode 839 of the Savage Perspective Podcast, host Robert Sikes sits down with trauma expert Anna Runkle to uncover how childhood neglect creates a damaged nervous system that leads to self sabotage and emotional outbursts. Anna explains why talk therapy often fails and shares simple, powerful tools to regulate your mind, heal your body, and finally build the meaningful relationships and successful life you deserve. This episode is a must watch for anyone ready to stop being a victim of their past and take control of their future. Ready to build a powerful body to match your resilient mind? Join Robert’s FREE Bodybuilding Masterclass and learn the exact steps to achieve your ultimate physique. Sign up now: https://www.ketobodybuilding.com/registration-2 Follow Anna on IG: https://www.instagram.com/crappychildhoodfairy/ Get Keto Brick: https://www.ketobrick.com/ Subscribe to the podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/42cjJssghqD01bdWBxRYEg?si=1XYKmPXmR4eKw2O9gGCEuQ Chapters: 0:00 - How Past Trauma Keeps You From Reaching Your Potential 1:53 - What Is The Real Impact of Childhood Trauma? 4:20 - Self-Sabotage: Is It a Choice or a Trauma Response? 7:11 - Why Talk Therapy Can Make Your Trauma WORSE 11:42 - Is Society Facing a Mass Trauma Crisis? 13:20 - How To Raise Emotionally Regulated Children 18:20 - The Hidden Trauma of Online Abuse & Cancel Culture 22:09 - How Do You Solve Generational Trauma? The Surprising Answer 25:33 - The Power of Stoicism & Radical Responsibility 27:22 - The Simplest Way to Begin Healing Your Nervous System 29:08 - What is EMDR and Can It Help You Heal? 32:05 - Is Modern Life Disconnecting Us From Reality? 35:19 - The Key to Developing True Self-Awareness 38:45 - The Life-or-Death Mindset Needed for Real Change 42:29 - Should You Love Yourself Before Loving Others? 45:45 - The Dangers of Sentimental "Fake" Content Online 48:23 - Are You Subconsciously Pushing People Away? 54:13 - The True Meaning of Setting Healthy Boundaries 55:26 - Why You MUST Let Go of Toxic Relationships 57:56 - The Surprising Secret to Attracting the Right People 1:00:32 - How Serving Others Leads to Your Own Happiness 1:06:19 - Where to Find Anna Runkle
