Today’s conversation with former Clinton/Gore speechwriter Tom Rosshirt left me speechless. In his book Chasing Peace, Tom reveals how crippling anxiety and 'complicated grief' nearly destroyed him—until neuroplasticity and spirituality rewired his brain. We explore fear as the root of physical illness, dissolving self-image traps, and why embracing ALL feelings is the essence of true peace. If you’ve ever felt stuck in perfectionism, avoidance, or unexplained symptoms, this episode is your roadmap to freedom. Plus: My course for therapists on spiritually informed therapy opens soon! Join us as we bridge science and soul.
TIMESTAMPED OVERVIEW
00:00 Tom Rosshirt & Book Intro
00:54 Health Crisis Begins
04:02 Failed Avoidance Strategy
06:27 Devastating Brain Scans
08:21 Fear = Illness Root
09:07 Neuroplasticity Discovery
12:37 Self-Image Trap Exposed
15:46 Presidential Pressure Cooker
21:48 Breakdown to Breakthrough
28:31 Spirituality & Ego Release
33:40 New Success Metrics
39:15 Dignity Index Launch
44:33 Bill Maher Case Study
54:57 Final Takeaways
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