Unwritten

In a world drowning in clickbait, outrage, and misinformation, Kira bravely stepped away from the traditional media machine to build something radically different — an anti-news company. He shares how growing up in conflict zones, battling imposter syndrome, and witnessing the cost of fake news fueled his mission to create trustworthy, human-centered journalism.

We explore how emotional burnout, external pressure, and the fight for focus shape both our media and our minds — and what we can do about it.

Key Points:

• Kira’s journey from conflict to conviction
• Building a business rooted in truth
• How to reclaim your trust, focus, and voice

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About informedinformed is your daily news concierge service to beat information overload. Know more, read less. We text you news without the noise of clickbait, ads, sensationalism, paywalls, wordiness & bias of traditional media.Try informedTo get a free trial of informed, text “hey” to 844-406-INFO (844-406-4636)SocialConnect with Kira Shishkin directly: https://844406.info/kira
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Chapters:

00:00 | Personal Roots

01:01 | Values & Love

05:22 | Self-Doubt Struggles

10:53 | Life Balance

14:40 | Therapy & Growth

20:19 | Starting Informed

22:57 | Misinformation's Damage

40:22 | Curating Content

48:16 | Media Scandals

49:32 | Celebrity Gossip

51:22 | Journalism Ethics

52:13 | Society & Gossip

54:28 | Human Nature

56:39 | News That Matters

57:20 | Speech & Trust

01:00:10 | Speech Consequences

01:03:02 | Future of Informed

01:08:08 | Quick Elevator Pitch

01:18:51 | Reflections & Regret

01:21:27 | Real Inspiration

01:39:22 | Focus & Attention

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Dr. Mort Orman, a trained Medical Doctor and leading anger expert, transformed his own struggles into a powerful method for helping others eliminate anger from their lives—not just manage it. Learn the hidden emotional filters behind anger and how shifting your mindset can drastically improve your health, relationships, and overall happiness in life.

💡 Key Takeaways:

• The 3 hidden emotional filters behind anger

• Why “managing” anger misses the point

• How anger affects your body and brain

• The role of media and society in fueling anger

• Real steps to break the anger cycle

• Why blame and judgment keep us stuck

• Can you live 100% without anger?

Chapters:

00:00 Why Anger?

00:24 Root Causes

01:07 His Story

02:03 Health Damage

05:07 Three Filters

09:14 Real Solutions

13:11 Love + Anger

17:05 Society’s Role

29:14 Anger Myths

36:02 Talk Better

37:22 Break Cycles

38:12 Emotional Traps

44:19 Media Effects

46:25 Personal Notes

48:09 Final Thoughts

Marina Pearson—a coach, guide, and truth-seeker.

After walking through the fire heartbreak, and a high-stakes divorce, Marina emerged with a calling: to help women—especially wealthy women—reclaim their inner voice and rewrite their stories of love.

This conversation explores:

• Why wealth complicates love

• The unseen grief behind polished exteriors

• How women lose themselves in success—and how they find their way back

Inspired by my own personal active imagination journey into the subconscious.

Active Imagination is designed to calm your mind, awaken your inner wisdom, and connect you to the deeper layers of your subconscious. Inspired by Carl Jung’s technique of Active Imagination, this guided meditation invites you to walk through symbolic landscapes — beaches, forests, and a hidden path — where you’ll encounter your future self and explore the hidden corners of your psyche.Whether you’re feeling anxious, stuck, or simply curious about what lies within, this meditation will help you:✨ Slow down your thoughts🌀 Access deeper insights🌿 Reconnect with your true self or shadow self💭 Let go of overthinking and controlThis isn’t just mindfulness — it’s a mirror for the soul. All it takes is 10 minutes and you can do it as often as you'd like.🎧 Headphones recommended. Eyes closed. Heart open.

James M. spent years hiding from his pain—masking childhood trauma, battling addiction, and questioning his worth. In this raw and powerful conversation, he opens up about the moment everything changed.Through therapy, EMDR, and radical honesty, James began a journey not just of recovery, but of true transformation. He shares how healing isn’t linear, why facing the past is non-negotiable, and what it really takes to find peace.If you've ever felt broken, misunderstood, or stuck in survival mode—this episode is for you.James's Book - https://www.schoolforemotionalwellbeing.com/syos-letterTopics we cover:- Childhood trauma & identity- Victim consciousness in relationships- The power of EMDR therapy- Radical honesty & spiritual growth- Daily practices that actually work👇 If this resonates, subscribe for more unfiltered conversations on healing, purpose, and transformation.#healing #trauma #therapy #selfgrowth #innerpeace #podcast #mentalhealthChapters:00:00 Intro02:52 Passion vs. Pain05:05 Learning to Trust06:00 Meeting Needs Differently10:00 Power of Words15:00 Victim Mindset18:30 Recovery Begins23:00 Therapy Breakthrough31:50 Ego & Letting Go36:20 Facing Trauma39:00 Healing Techniques43:30 Daily Healing Practices44:45 EMDR Explained49:00 Trigger Awareness01:21:20 Radical Honesty01:28:23 Final Thoughts

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Phyllis Leavitt was once a child grappling with deep trauma. Today, she’s a therapist, author, and global voice for healing. She shares how her past pain pushed her toward a bigger mission. She wants to help people, ideally the world, regain their mental and emotional health.In this raw episode, Phyllis unpacks the hidden impact of childhood conditioning, the silent crisis of generational trauma, and how these personal wounds mirror the deep divisions within our society. Drawing from her book America in Therapy, she argues that the emotional health of a nation starts at home—in the family, in therapy, and in how we choose to listen to one another and ourselves.We explore nonviolent conflict resolution, the psychological roots of division, and the idea that love, compassion, and understanding aren’t personal tools — they are global imperatives.This isn’t only a talk about healing. It’s a call to pay attention to our inner voice. We all seek understanding and love.

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Chapters:00:00 Why Therapy Works01:11 Her Dark Beginning03:04 What Shapes You?04:11 A Book Was Born05:42 Is America Sick?08:00 Healing Starts Here09:54 Inherited Pain Explained11:57 Do Wars Heal?13:17 Fight Without Fighting23:33 Why We Divide24:29 Can Therapy Unite?32:21 Hidden Personality Dangers34:25 Are We Disconnected?38:09 It Starts at Home39:32 The Mental Crisis45:24 Real Peace Possible?48:06 Hope Is Contagious49:01 Love Spreads Fast50:32 Why This Podcast?52:05 Therapy’s Real Power53:42 Her Healing Story59:47 Meaning In Pain?01:02:51 Compassion Can Win01:06:27 Final Thoughts-- 👇🏻Let our sponsor BetterHelp connect you to a therapist who can support you- all from the comfort of your own home. Enjoy a special discount on your first month.An awesome therapy company! - BetterHelp Therapy!https://betterhelp.com/unwritten---------------------------------------------------💚Stay Curious and Keep Going! 😤An awesome music company - From Epidemic Sound!👇🏻https://share.epidemicsound.com/aec69f--An awesome clothing brand!https://www.notdeadyet.com/?ref=B5ksn...use Code "Unwritten" for an extra 10% of

Kim Dorsey talks about her life, how she overcame trauma and isolation as an adopted child. Now, she is a strong leader, guiding those to live their best life, free from adversity, keeping them stuck. She talks about her struggles, like family betrayal and abuse. Then, she shares how she overcame them. Kim discusses mental health, daily routines, and how to help others overcome negative mindsets.Chapters:00:00 – Who Is She?00:30 – Broken, Not Done01:37 – Left Behind03:31 – Starved for Love05:56 – Mind vs. Chaos15:08 – Rituals That Heal22:35 – Family Fractures26:29 – Escape Begins30:21 – School Was War33:45 – Finding Guides35:08 – Mother’s Fire36:26 – No More Victim38:04 – Mind Rewired43:21 – Manifesting Miraclesfollow Kim on Instagram! - @luckygirlceo-- 👇🏻Let our sponsor BetterHelp connect you to a therapist who can support you- all from the comfort of your own home. Enjoy a special discount on your first month.An awesome therapy company! - BetterHelp Therapy!https://betterhelp.com/unwritten---------------------------------------------------💚Stay Curious and Keep Going! 😤An awesome music company - From Epidemic Sound!👇🏻https://share.epidemicsound.com/aec69f--An awesome clothing brand!https://www.notdeadyet.com/?ref=B5ksn...use Code "Unwritten" for an extra 10% of

Samantha Hughes shares her inspiring journey from a difficult past to becoming a dedicated advocate for mental health. She opens up about her experiences with childhood trauma, addiction, and her path to healing. Samantha discusses the challenges of overcoming cycles of pain, the positive impact of plant medicine, and the necessity of comprehensive mental health care rather than relying on quick fixes. Samantha’s message shines through with honesty, insight, and hope. Her story highlights resilience, personal truth, and the essential need for compassion in how we approach and support mental health.

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Timeline:

00:00 – Meet Samantha Hughes
02:17 – Growing up with trauma
05:41 – Hitting rock bottom
08:07 – The first steps toward healing
15:34 – How plant medicine entered the picture
25:51 – The deeper impact of plant medicine
32:14 – Real talk about mental health
41:23 – Healing isn’t linear
01:04:53 – Honest advice for those struggling
01:11:43 – The problem with mental health labels
01:12:09 – Rethinking religion and belief systems
01:13:36 – Questioning everything—even the Earth
01:14:07 – Why your own experience matters most
01:16:12 – Mental health and alternative paths
01:25:03 – Community and compassion as medicine
01:29:34 – Why the system needs to change
01:38:05 – What Samantha has learned
01:47:13 – Final reflections and a deeper dive

Tao Te Ching: Embracing the Infinite Mindset | Fourth Verse ExplainedDiscover how the Tao, described as empty yet inexhaustible, guides us to view life from an infinite perspective. Learn how to navigate material challenges with the mindset of the infinite observer, embracing abundance and easing the knots in your life. By adopting this eternal viewpoint, you can transform your worries and desires. We explore practical ways to live infinitely, inspired by the wisdom of Lao Tzu, Wayne Dyer and Nisargadatta Maharaj.

Timeline:00:00 Introduction to the Fourth Verse of the Tao te Ching00:54 Understanding the Infinite Nature of the Tao01:44 Cultivating an Infinite Observational Mindset02:38 Applying the Infinite Perspective to Daily Life04:31 Affirmations and Shifting Mindsets06:32 Practical Exercises for Infinite Awareness08:42 Wisdom and Love: Final Thoughts

The Truth Behind TikTok Fame: A Raw, Real Journey

Is going viral the dream—or is it an escape? A rising TikTok creator Jashaad shares the unseen struggles behind the screen. From sneaking onto his mom’s old Mac to coping with pain, to finding purpose through creating videos, his story is a testament to resilience born from hardship.

He speaks openly about criticism, burnout, and the quiet moments that nearly broke him—but didn’t. This isn’t just about content creation. It’s about survival, healing, and the power of self-expression.

If you’ve ever felt unseen, this one’s for you.

Follow Jashaad on TikTok @jashaad

Timeline:

• 00:00 Jashaad from TikTok

• 01:04 What sparked your passion for content creation?

• 04:26 Where do you find inspiration?

• 05:38 Thanking his supporters

• 06:40 Uncovering his background

• 07:54 Back to therapy

• 09:43 New views on success

• 11:40 Joy of going viral

• 13:03 The reality of content creation as a job.

• 14:53 Being a full-time creator

• 17:37 Teaching creative skills

• 19:27 Learning humility through creativity 21:58 Introvert or extrovert?

• 25:13 Finding a job that sparks your passion.

• 29:33 Dealing with online hate and trolls

• 37:26 Donations for single mothers

• 38:38 The SIMP MAFIA

• 43:21 Building a following

• 50:26 Live streaming and Twitch

• 54:13 Dating as a celebrity

• 01:02:13 Using social media for education

• 01:04:39 Uncovering hidden desires

• 01:09:43 Reading comments: pros and cons.

• 01:12:29 Biggest regret

• 01:15:29 Creating viral content

• 01:23:54 Losing yourself in fame

• 01:24:54 Hardest lesson learned

• 01:29:20 Opportunities that success brings.

• 01:33:20 What would you do if you had no limits?