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Trauma can stem from abuse to a severe car accident to wartime combat—and cause a lifetime of flashbacks, nightmares, isolation, insomnia, hypervigilance, and rage. In The Body Keeps the Score, the author explores how diagnosing and treating trauma has evolved as new technologies, research, and fields of science emerged.

Trauma’s impact is not only mental, emotional, and neurological, but also physiological: Trauma rewires the brain to put people in a constant state of stress or numbness, leading to a host of physical problems.

In this summary, you’ll learn:

• Why trauma survivors feel like their trauma is never-ending
• How flashbacks make parts of the brain shut down and others to go into overdrive
• Why some trauma survivors can’t recognize themselves in the mirror
• How activities like choral singing, yoga, and theater can be therapeutic

In The Anatomy of Peace, the Arbinger Institute—a leading consultant in conflict resolution—discusses how we perpetuate conflict by misunderstanding its cause and acting inappropriately as a result. By understanding the mechanics of the conflict mindset, you'll find how we make conflict worse, how we invite the mistreatment we desire an end to, and how we blind ourselves to the true causes of our interpersonal problems.

In this guide, we discuss Arbinger’s strategy for adjusting your mindset, returning to appreciating the full humanity of others, and creating strong, conflict-resistant relationships in your home, business, and community. We also examine psychological theories that often underpin, support, or build upon Arbinger’s ideas.

Dive into the tangled web of American folklore with the "Last Podcast On The Left" as hosts Marcus Parks, Henry Zebrowski, and Ed Larson unpack the notorious Hatfield and McCoy feud with a balance of humor and historical insight. In an episode rich with quirky impersonations and cultural anecdotes, they debunk myths and explore the roots of this legendary conflict. Through a unique blend of storytelling and analysis, they elucidate the broader implications and personalities at the heart of the family war that persisted post-Civil War, shattering the simplistic narrative of a dispute over a single pig.

The episode takes you on a journey through the rugged landscape of Tug Valley, where resolute characters like "Devil Anse" Hatfield and Randall McCoy embody the fighting spirit of their kin. Beyond the feud's skirmishes and romances, the podcast delves into the broader socioeconomic impacts of industrial exploitation and how these historical conflicts mirror modern entertainment in reality TV. Join the hosts as they shed light on the volatile yet captivating dynamics of Appalachian heritage, ensuring that the tale of Hatfield and McCoy resonates with both historical depth and cultural relevance.

Killers of the Flower Moon: The Osage Murders and the Birth of the FBI is about the Osage Reign of Terror—the 1920s organized killings of members of the oil-rich Osage Indians. Powerful and bigoted whites systematically exploited and murdered the Osage people to expropriate their wealth, showing us the horrors that result when racism and greed align. The murders were also a major catalyst for the growth of the FBI, and the triumph of its rational and scientific vision of law enforcement—and a shift away from the era of frontier justice, corrupt and incompetent local sheriffs, and rogue “lawmen.”

Explore the dark, twisted journey of Andrew Cunanan in "Last Podcast On The Left," where hosts Marcus Parks, Henry Zebrowski, and Ed Larson embark on an in-depth analysis of the notorious figure's life and psyche. From the seedlings of his complex childhood marked by favoritism and a drive for extravagance, to his magnetic pull towards a phantom world of wealth and opulence, this episode grants listeners a panoramic view of the circumstances and choices that paved Cunanan's path towards infamy. Delve into his early years dressed in flamboyant fashion, his knack for deception, and the toxic legacy left by his father, ultimately shaping his alarming transformation.

The trio of hosts deftly navigates the fine line between humor and respect for tragedy, offering a candid, thought-provoking examination of Cunanan's psychological makeup, potential disorders, and consequential behaviors. As they challenge the sensationalized narratives of true crime media, the episode presents a sobering look at Andrew Cunanan's misinterpreted health fears and its impact on his deteriorating mental state. Join Parks, Zebrowski, and Larson for a compelling narrative that juxtaposes yesterday's ease of vanishing with today's digital footprints – all while engaging a dedicated audience with the promise of Halloween specials and a dinner party like no other.

Louie Zamperini was one of the brightest prospects for the 1940 Olympics in track and field. But when WWII started, his life would take a much different path. The story of Louie’s struggles as a young loner, a rising star, a Pacific POW, and a man trying to reclaim his life after years of torment is as unbelievable as it is inspiring. Through Louie’s tale, the depths of the human soul and will to survive are examined. As Louie spirals out of control because of trauma and becomes obsessed with a plot to kill the man who tortured him, he learns that a man is not defined by his history, but rather by the manner in which he seeks a future. Unbroken reaches into the heart of terror and shines a light on what it means to triumph.

Killers of the Flower Moon: The Osage Murders and the Birth of the FBI is about the Osage Reign of Terror—the 1920s organized killings of members of the oil-rich Osage Indians. Powerful and bigoted whites systematically exploited and murdered the Osage people to expropriate their wealth, showing us the horrors that result when racism and greed align. The murders were also a major catalyst for the growth of the FBI, and the triumph of its rational and scientific vision of law enforcement—and a shift away from the era of frontier justice, corrupt and incompetent local sheriffs, and rogue “lawmen.”