Episode 12 | We Crave What's Missing: The Hidden Drive Behind Our Desires

There’s a silent force driving many of our choices, habits, and even our relationships—and most people never name it: craving. Not just the craving for food, sex, or money, but the deep emotional craving for things we were never given space to want or the things we were deprived of.

In this episode, we explore how unfulfilled desires shape our lives without us realizing it. We break down four common types of “cravers”:

• The Responsible Craver who carries the weight of everyone else
• The Rebellious Craver who pushes back against control
• The Silent Craver who holds everything in
• The Denial Craver who pretends they’re unaffected

We address real-world stories through examples of everyday people—we unpack how craving shows up in the form of bitterness, rebellion, addiction, and perfection. 

This episode isn’t about guilt or blame. It’s about understanding. When you recognize what you’ve always craved but were never allowed to name, you begin to see your life through a new lens. And once you become aware, you gain the power to choose differently. Whether you’re leading a family, healing from your past, or just trying to figure yourself out, this episode will give you the language and insight to make sense of what’s been silently shaping you for years.


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