• When the Mind Becomes the Trap
    May 15 2026

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    This week on Mental Health Bytes, hosts Rahul K. Maharaj (Mr. Trauma Talks) and Dr. Tash Reddy sit down with Dr. Stephen Paul Edwards, an international speaker, author, and spiritual counselor whose work bridges emotional healing, spiritual alignment, and personal transformation.

    Originally from Blackpool, UK and now based in Florida, Dr. Edwards brings decades of business experience, deep spiritual insight, and lived emotional truth. His memoir, The Venus Fly Trap, explores the raw realities of power, obsession, heartbreak, identity collapse, and the painful but necessary journey back to authenticity.

    In this episode, Dr. Edwards opens up about the patterns that trap us, the wounds that shape us, and the courage it takes to confront the parts of ourselves we avoid. Together, Rahul, Dr. Tash, and Dr. Edwards dive into self‑awareness, emotional responsibility, spiritual grounding, and the process of rebuilding self‑worth after life breaks you open.

    This conversation is for anyone who has ever felt stuck, lost, or disconnected from who they truly are — and is ready to reclaim their mind, body, and spirit.

    SPEAKER LINEUP
    • Rahul K. Maharaj – Mr. Trauma Talks (Host)
    • Dr. Tash Reddy (Co‑Host, Medical Doctor, Mental Health Advocate)
    • Dr. Stephen Paul Edwards (International Speaker, Author of The Venus Fly Trap, Spiritual Counselor)

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    1 hr and 3 mins
  • 3 times Cancer Survivor Champion, Paul Anthony of Full Force
    Apr 19 2026

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    Paul Anthony from the legendary group Full Force sits down with Rah "Mr. Trauma Talks" for a raw and powerful conversation about his life, his music, and his healing. Paul opens up about surviving cancer, the spiritual and emotional journey that changed him, and the strength he found through family, faith, and purpose.

    He takes us back to singing on the streets at age 12, the rise of Full Force, the impact of his brothers, and the legacy they built together. Paul also speaks about the upcoming Resilience Mental Health Conference at the Palladium Times Square and invites the world to come out and be part of something meaningful.

    This interview is real, emotional, inspiring, and filled with wisdom from a man who has lived through the fire and came out stronger.

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    29 mins
  • Betrayal, Boundaries, and Mental Health
    Apr 16 2026

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    Understanding Love, Trust, and Emotional Disorders

    This week on Mental Health Bytes, Rah MrTraumaTalks sits down with trauma informed empowerment voice Dr Tash Reddy for a powerful conversation about betrayal, emotional wounds, and how certain mental health conditions can complicate relationships and trust.

    Betrayal cuts deep. Whether it comes from partners, family, or friends, the emotional aftermath can leave lasting scars. In this episode, Rah and Dr Tash explore how experiences of betrayal intersect with conditions such as Borderline Personality Disorder, Bipolar Disorder, and ADHD, and how emotional regulation, attachment patterns, and trauma history can influence relationship dynamics.

    Dr Tash shares insight into why individuals struggling with emotional regulation disorders may experience relationships more intensely, how betrayal can trigger deep psychological responses, and what both partners and individuals can do to navigate healing, accountability, and boundaries.

    This episode is not about blame. It is about understanding human behavior, emotional triggers, and how people can move from cycles of hurt toward healthier relationships and self awareness.

    Through honest conversation and trauma informed insight, Rah and Dr Tash unpack how betrayal affects identity, trust, and healing while offering listeners tools to recognize patterns, set boundaries, and rebuild emotional stability.

    Because healing does not come from silence.
    It comes from understanding.

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    1 hr and 9 mins
  • Feel to Heal: Why High‑Functioning People Break Down in Silence
    Apr 15 2026

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    Mental Health Bytes, hosts Rah (Mr. Trauma Talks) and Dr. Tash Reddy sit down with Sharyn Nichols, a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist and Life Guide with over 30 years of experience in emotional wellness, trauma‑informed healing, and holistic mental health.

    Sharyn works with high‑functioning people who appear strong and capable on the outside but silently struggle with overwhelm, numbness, overthinking, people‑pleasing, and survival‑mode coping. She reframes these behaviors not as failures, but as intelligent survival strategies shaped by the nervous system.

    Sharyn introduces her Feel to Heal framework — a practical, compassionate process that helps people pause, ground, name their emotions, understand what’s underneath, and respond with clarity instead of self‑abandonment. She explains why healing isn’t about “getting over it,” but about creating enough safety in the body to feel what’s true without shutting down or becoming flooded.

    This conversation blends trauma‑informed education with heart‑centered guidance. Viewers will learn how to break repeated emotional patterns, build self‑trust, and reconnect with their true selves. Whether you’re overwhelmed, disconnected, or tired of pretending to be “fine,” this episode will help you feel seen — and give you tools you can use immediately.


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    1 hr and 12 mins
  • Lets Talk Mental Health and Energy
    Apr 9 2026

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    59 mins
  • Get Over It: The Truth About Healing, Mindset, and Betrayal
    Apr 2 2026

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    In this powerful episode of Mental Health Bytes, Dr. Tash and Rah (MrTraumaTalks) sit down with the incredible Dr. Jennifer Paweleck‑Bellingrodt — “Dr. Jen” — a licensed clinical psychologist, former Army psychologist, author, speaker, and unapologetic truth‑teller.

    With over 20 years of experience, Dr. Jen has helped thousands of people break through trauma, betrayal, indecision, marriage struggles, and the self‑limiting beliefs that keep us stuck. She brings her signature no‑nonsense approach to this conversation, blending psychology, mindset, humor, and raw honesty.

    Together, we dive into:
    The trauma people hide behind “I’m fine”
    Why mindset and attitude determine everything
    How betrayal pain transforms into personal power
    The truth about marriage, communication, and emotional survival
    Why so many people stay stuck in indecision
    The seven self‑limiting beliefs that block success
    Her journey from Army psychologist to bestselling author
    How to “get over yourself” and finally move forward
    Dr. Jen is the author of:
    Fix Your Freaking Marriage
    You’re Not Crazy: The Perimenopause Survival Guide
    Get Over It: The No‑Nonsense Guide to Transforming Betrayal Pain into Lasting Power


    You are not alone.

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    1 hr and 13 mins
  • Own Your Story Own Your Power with Yvonne Chotzen
    Feb 26 2026

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    This week on Mental Health Bytes, Rah MrTraumaTalks returns with Part 2 of an unforgettable conversation with Yvonne Chotzen — award winning Hollywood television movie producer, attorney, and storytelling strategist.

    In Part 1, we uncovered the power of narrative.

    In Part 2, we go deeper.

    This episode explores what happens after you recognize your story. How do you own it? How do you monetize it? How do you heal through it? And how do you use it to create impact without losing yourself?

    Yvonne shares powerful insight into authenticity, personal branding, emotional intelligence, and the psychology behind influence. We talk about how trauma shapes identity, how belief drives business, and why the story you avoid is often the story that sets you free.

    This is not just about storytelling.
    This is about reclaiming your voice.
    This is about turning pain into purpose.
    This is about power.

    Hosted by Rah MrTraumaTalks, this episode challenges you to stop hiding, start owning, and step fully into the life you are meant to lead.

    Your story is not your weakness.
    It is your leverage.

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    Guest: Yvonne Chotzen
    Format: Virtual Interview
    Theme: Storytelling, Mental Health, Identity, Personal Branding, Entrepreneurship
    Duration: 30 to 45 minutes
    Release Date: Wednesday

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    1 hr and 4 mins
  • The Power of Your Story From Trauma to Influence
    Feb 22 2026

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    This week on Mental Health Bytes, Rah MrTraumaTalks is joined by award winning Hollywood television movie producer and attorney Yvonne Chotzen alongside trauma informed empowerment voice Dr Tash Reddy for a powerful conversation on storytelling, identity, and personal transformation.

    Yvonne Chotzen brings her unique expertise from both the legal world and Hollywood production to reveal how storytelling becomes a catalyst for business clarity, leadership growth, and authentic influence. She shares how entrepreneurs and professionals can use their lived experiences to drive engagement, mission alignment, and meaningful impact.

    Dr Tash Reddy adds depth through a trauma informed lens, exploring how personal narrative shapes emotional resilience, self authority, and healing after adversity. Together, this conversation bridges mental health, leadership, authenticity, and the psychology behind owning your truth.

    This episode reminds us that the story you tell yourself determines the life you create. When you shift your narrative, you shift your power.

    Hosted by Rah MrTraumaTalks & Dr. Tash Reddy, this is a conversation about visibility, courage, and understanding that your story is not your weakness. It is your greatest asset.

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    1 hr and 9 mins