In this episode of The Psychological Paradigm Shift, Ed Rieger examines the psychological implications of hunting, fishing, and weapon ownership, especially within the context of mental health. He shares personal experiences and data on weapon use, violence, and cultural norms, while offering essential questions to ask a romantic partner about their relationship with weapons.

This episode challenges listeners to think deeply about how comfort with violence and weaponry may reflect underlying psychological traits.

00:00 – Introduction & topic overview

01:20 – America’s weapon culture & mental health concerns

03:00 – The economic cost of gun violence

04:00 – Ed’s personal experiences with hunting and firearms

06:40 – Why unnecessary killing may signal red flags

07:10 – Questions to ask your partner about hunting and weapon use

09:00 – Final thoughts on paranoia, aggression, and control

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