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Divorced Dad Life: How to Biohack Better Outcomes from TRT to ADHD

LAUREN FRIEDMAN — Thu, 03 Sep 2026 20:59:36 GMT

What happens when a divorced dad decides to do more than simply survive the challenges of family life?

Chad Phillips, @worldrecordjumper shares the real-life lessons behind rebuilding after divorce, raising a blended family, managing his health and creating better outcomes for himself and his children.

In this honest Part 2 conversation, Chad and Lauren Friedman move beyond the practicalities of co-parenting and explore the deeper patterns that shape how we parent, partner, and care for ourselves. Chad opens up about becoming a father at 23, navigating divorce, raising children across different stages of life, and learning how to stay grounded while building a healthier future.

The conversation also explores TRT, ADHD, stress, fitness, meditation, nutrition, and nervous-system regulation — and how men’s physical and emotional health can affect the way they (all humans) show-up in relationships and family life.

Chad asks Lauren, a trauma-informed expert, thoughtful questions about trauma, parentification, emotional regulation and the patterns we carry from childhood into adulthood. Together, they unpack how parentification — the experience of taking on adult emotional responsibilities too early — can affect identity, boundaries, relationships and parenting later in life.

In this trauma-informed Q&A, Chad and Lauren also discuss:

How divorce and family transitions can shape a man’s identity
The connection between TRT, ADHD, stress and overall well-being
What parentification looks like and how it can show up in adult relationships
How to navigate a difficult conversation with a resolution though Nervous System Literacy
How nervous-system literacy can support healthier humans, families and better outcomes

This episode is not about presenting a perfect family or a one-size-fits-all solution. It’s about becoming more aware of the patterns we carry, taking responsibility for how they affect the people we love and choosing a different way forward. For divorced dads, divorced men, co-parents or anyone navigating parenthood, blended families, relationships, trauma recovery, men’s health, or the ongoing work of becoming more conscious in relationships, this Q&A offers a vulnerable and thought-provoking continuation of the conversation. Biohack better outcomes IRL—from TRT to ADHD, from parentification to conscious fatherhood.

🌊Creating conditions of safety leads to better outcomes, where humans thrive — not just barely survive

Across all facets of life🔥

Personal. Professional. Romantic.

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The Single Dad Playbook for Raising a Thriving Blended Family

LAUREN FRIEDMAN — Thu, 03 Sep 2026 19:35:49 GMT

UNFCKME IRL POD DILF 'O THE DAY!

What does it really take to raise thriving kids? After divorce? In a blended family?

In this honest conversation, a divorced dad shares how co-parenting without chaos means creating conditions of safety, consistency, and connection for the entire family.

Which is why we are excited to welcome Chad Philips, @worldrecordjumper to the UNFCKME IRL Pod DILF ‘O the Day!

Most people think co-parenting is about compromise. Chad Phillips shows why it’s really about creating safety, consistency, and a home your kids can actually thrive in. Lauren sits down with Chad for a deeply personal conversation about becoming a dad at 23, navigating divorce, building a blended family, and raising kids with intention instead of chaos. If you’re a parent, a co-parent, or someone trying to break generational patterns, this episode will hit hard.

Chad shares how he and his ex-wife built a respectful co-parenting rhythm over time, why they choose to include each other in every big decision, and how that openness keeps their son out of the middle. He also opens up about the realities of raising children while working full time, finishing college, and learning how to stay grounded through it all. In Part 1, you’ll discover:

Why week-on, week-off custody can be more stable than constant back-and-forth
How to communicate with an ex-partner without turning every disagreement into a battle
Why kids feel conflict long before they can explain it
What it means to parent for your child’s emotional safety, not your ego
How yoga, meditation, fitness and nutrition became Chad’s reset button

Lauren also brings her signature nervous-system lens to the conversation, connecting parenting, stress, trauma and the body in a way that makes the episode feel both practical and profound. Together, they unpack how safety at home shapes everything from a child’s confidence to a family’s long-term health. Chad Phillips is a dad, husband, coach, and world-record holder who brings hard-earned wisdom from years of parenting, fitness, and personal growth.

This first part of the conversation is essential listening for single dads, blended families, co-parents, and anyone who wants to build a calmer, more connected home.

And please join us for Part 2!

🌊Creating conditions of safety leads to better outcomes, where humans thrive — not just barely survive

Across all facets of life🔥

Personal. Professional. Romantic.

Lauren Friedman, Trauma Translator™ & the Marshall Mathers of Mental Health is a CPTSD Alchemist, ex-AdTechie on a tragically funny, trauma-informed, soul purpose, mental health mission, executive leadership & solutions consultant, speaker, facilitator and nervous system literacy advocate/evangelist (amongst many other things). Lauren reversed 40+ years of chronic illness/pain and broke addictions while healing attachment wounds at an epigentic level, IRL! Now, she is on a mission to help humanity Biohack Better Outcomes IRL — Together We Rise!

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Unlock the Truth Behind Sex & Love Addiction: Attachment Wounds You Never Knew Were Holding You Back

LAUREN FRIEDMAN — Mon, 27 Jul 2026 20:06:49 GMT

Imagine breaking free from ongoing relationship cycles rooted in unseen attachment wounds — and finally reclaiming your power. Lauren Friedman, Trauma Translator™, the Marshall Mathers of Mental Health and nervous system literacy advocate, reveals how unhealed attachment wounds drive sex and love addiction far beyond the surface, influencing every relationship in your life, from romantic partners to family, professional and friends. This isn’t just about infidelity or compulsive behaviors — it’s about understanding the nervous system in your body and rewiring decades of conditioned survival strategies. Lauren shares her personal journey through childhood trauma, the epigenetic roots of attachment wounds that span generations and her transformative experience of healing in real life — not just in theory. She unpacks how dysregulated nervous systems keep us looping in cycles of proving worth, self-sabotage and emotional disconnection, and how neuroplasticity and nervous system regulation can turn these patterns into tools for profound change. You’ll discover:

How attachment wounds manifest as love and sex addiction, often misunderstood as personal failings
Practical strategies like nervous system regulation, bilateral stimulation and the power of the pause to biohack your recovery and cultivate safety within
The subtle ways unhealed trauma influences communication, trust, and intimacy — and what you can do to rewrite your story
Why the real healing comes from addressing the unconscious decision-making at the root of recurring dysfunctions, not just surface behaviors
Lauren’s candid account of her own breakthroughs using nervous system literacy in dating, marriage and reinvention

Why does this matter? Because the ability to regulate your nervous system and address attachment wounds unlocks freedom from cycles that sabotage your happiness and success. It empowers you to create healthier relationships with yourself and others, leading to lasting fulfillment and wholeness.

Perfect for high-achievers and anyone fed up with repeating the same relationship pain — this episode offers life-changing insights you won’t hear anywhere else. Rewire, reclaim, and live in your power. Join Lauren Friedman, a trauma expert with a deep understanding of nervous system science and epigenetics, as she guides you through the art and science of connection — starting from within.

🌊Creating conditions of safety leads to better outcomes, where humans thrive — not just survive

Across all facets of life🔥

Personal. Professional. Romantic.

Lauren Friedman, Trauma Translator™ & the Marshall Mathers of Mental Health is a CPTSD Alchemist, ex-AdTechie on a tragically funny, trauma-informed, soul purpose, mental health mission, executive leadership & solutions consultant, biohacker & nervous system literacy advocate/evangelist (amongst many other things). Lauren reversed 40+ years of chronic illness/pain and broke addictions while healing attachment wounds at an epigentic level, IRL! Now, she is on a mission to help humanity Biohack an Embodied Comeback — Together We Rise!

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WHY DIVORCE FEELS LIKE FAILURE & HOW TO HEAL IRL — DATE W/ DR. HARVARD

LAUREN FRIEDMAN — Sat, 25 Jul 2026 17:12:03 GMT

Most highly successful people carry unspoken shame and grief that quietly shape their lives — and most don’t even realize it. In this eye-opening episode, Lauren Friedman dives into the hidden physiological responses that underpin our emotional wounds, revealing how shame, trauma, and unresolved grief live deep in the body’s nervous system — and how understanding this can transform your life. By exploring stories of divorce, high achievement, and the pursuit of safety, she highlights the importance of nervous system literacy for personal healing and lasting connection. You’ll discover:

How shame and trauma are passed through generations via epigenetics — and what that means for healing today
The critical difference between logical understanding and somatic, body-based regulation
Why most doctors and therapists miss the mark when it comes to truly healing emotional pain
Practical tools like breathwork (like the 4-4-8 technique featuring the Komuso Shift) that allow you to reset and regulate in real time
The significance of capacity, attachment wounds, and how to rebuild safety from within

Lauren shares her own transformative journey — filed with ego deaths, burnout and epiphanies — as she explains why most of us are walking around with unprocessed grief that affects every relationship and decision. She emphasizes that success doesn’t mean ignoring pain; true power lies in reclaiming safety through body awareness and somatic practices. Whether you’re an divorced dude, high achiever, or simply someone tired of repeating destructive patterns, this episode offers a blueprint for rewriting your internal story.Imagine a life where shame no longer controls your choices, where your nervous system becomes your greatest ally rather than an enemy — this is the power of nervous system literacy.

You’ll learn how to tune into your body’s sacred wisdom, release what no longer serves you, and create a foundation of genuine safety.

Perfect for humans who have been married, divorced or craving true resilience in mind and body — this isn’t just theory; it’s a call to action for a full embodiment of power, peace, and authenticity. Reclaim your safety, and finally, live in alignment with your fullest self. Are you ready to discover the art and science of your own nervous system? Tune in now and start your embodied comeback.

🌊Creating conditions of safety leads to better outcomes, where humans thrive — not just survive

Across all facets of life🔥

Personal. Professional. Romantic.

Lauren Friedman, Trauma Translator™ is a CPTSD Alchemist, ex-AdTechie on a tragically funny, trauma-informed, soul purpose, mental health mission, executive leadership & solutions consultant, biohacker, nervous system literacy advocate and evangelist (amongst many other things). Lauren reversed 40+ years of chronic illness/pain and broke addictions while healing attachment wounds at an epigentic level, IRL! Now, she is on a mission to help humanity Biohack an Embodied Comeback — Together We Rise!

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DEAR CHATGPT, HOW DO YOU DATE IRL? HOW TO DATE W/O DISASTER & UNFCK YOUR LOVE LIFE W/ NEUROSCIENCE!

LAUREN FRIEDMAN — Fri, 10 Jul 2026 05:32:16 GMT

What if the thing that is keeping you from living your dream life is something that you unconsciously choose? Not just once, but over and over and over again?!

What if it has made you wildly successful on paper, but your life is quietly or not-so-quietly falling apart at the seams?!

Most of us struggle to tell if someone is truly safe — especially after heartbreak, trauma, or years of navigating dysfunctional relationships. Lauren Friedman, aka Not Another Healing Asshole, unveils the radical shift that her healing journey taught her: the secret to identifying real safety in ourselves and others.

This episode will challenge everything you think you know about trust, boundaries and what it means to be truly secure — emotionally, physically, mentally. In this powerful conversation, Lauren shares her raw truth about how years of trauma and survival mode tricked her into mistaking unsafe situations for safe ones. She unpacks how nervous system literacy changed her entire perspective, enabling her to listen to her body's sacred wisdom rather than external appearances or paper promises. You'll discover how trauma distorts your perception of safety, leading to years of staying in relationships and environments that harm you, and how healing offers a clear path out.

We break down the specific signs of genuine safety versus the illusion of perceived safety — including how to recognize red flags in dating, friendships, family relationships and professional partnerships.

Lauren shares her no-nonsense approach for creating conditions of safety within yourself so you no longer seek it in others. She discusses how trusting your body’s signals can transform your ability to make decisions from a place of calm, clarity and agency. Plus, find out how this shift can finally set you free from cycles of desperation, codependency and self-sabotage.

This episode is essential for anyone tired of feeling unsafe within or unsure who to trust. Whether you’re on the dating scene, healing from toxic relationships, or just ready to reclaim your power, Lauren’s story will inspire you to prioritize your own safety first. Because when you learn to listen to your sacred, inner wisdom, you step into a whole new level of self-love, self-trust, alignment, confidence, power and peace — irrespective of the ebbs, flows and tidal waves of life.

Healing = Freedom! Shared Reality = Safety!

Lauren Friedman, Trauma Translator™ is a CPTSD Alchemist, ex-AdTechie on a tragically funny, trauma-informed, soul purpose, mental health mission, solutions consultant, biohacker and nervous system literacy advocate and evangelist (amongst many other things). Lauren reversed 40+ years of chronic illness/pain and broke addictions while healing attachment wounds at an epigentic level, IRL! Now, she is on a mission to help humanity biohack an embodied comeback. Together we rise!

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REWIRE YOUR NERVOUS SYSTEM & RECLAIM YOUR POWER! UNFCKME IRL DATING — AFTER DARK!

LAUREN FRIEDMAN — Fri, 10 Jul 2026 05:11:59 GMT

UNFCKME IRL DATING After Dark episodes will focus on learnings, insights and actionable tools from that particular date / event /engagement from a nervous system literate lens.

Lauren Friedman breaks it down what it’s really like to date without disaster, post-divorce, for the first time in your 40’s, sober from alcohol, post 2.5 year celibacy and healing sex/love addiction and attachment wounds.

Lauren’s signature blend of candor, diplomacy and articulate AF, quick wit allows her to extra real-time insights from strangers.

This episode dives into the power trusting your intuition, living in alignment, integrity and practicing self-trust and self-love through small, intentional acts.
Learn practices to Biohack an Emboded Comeback IRL!

The healing power of learning to receive support—physically, emotionally and spiritually—through yin yoga, breathwork and the art & science of connection
Practical tools like the Komuso Shift that help you regulate your nervous system IRL
Shared reality is safety

This episode is perfect for anyone struggling with boundaries, self-esteem or social anxiety. Tap into your own strength, reconnect with your body and learn how to create a life rooted in authenticity and safety. Whether you’re healing from past mistakes or just looking for validation that you’re on the right path, this raw conversation offers proven strategies to live with more connection, inner peace and freedom.

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BREAK FREE FROM TOXIC RELATIONSHIPS & TRANSFORM YOUR LIFE W/ NEUROPLASTICITY DATE W/O SELF HATE!

LAUREN FRIEDMAN — Fri, 10 Jul 2026 01:08:07 GMT

What if there is nothing wrong with you, but you’re just surrounded by assho*les?!

What if your inner monologue is abusive, but you don’t know it?!

What if you keep ending up in the same cycles of dysfunction?

How can you trust yourself to choose differently?!

How you do anything is how you do everything...

Most of us are unknowingly sabotaging our ability to form safe, authentic connections — until we understand the power of nervous system literacy.

Lauren Friedman, aka Not Another Healing Asshole, shares her remarkable journey of rewiring her nervous system for success after decades of epigenetic trauma, addiction and dysfunctional relationships.

[Re]train Your Brain, [Re]wire Your Nervous System, [Re]build Your Life

In this episode, she reveals how intentional neuroplasticity transforms every facet of your life — from dating to professional leadership and deep, generational family wounds. You’ll discover:

How she used mindful practices and nervous system awareness to heal attachment wounds and break free from addiction
The real-world strategies she employs to rewire her responses to anxiety, shame and chaos into calm, confidence and connection
The significance of shared reality and embodiment in authentic relationships, and how they can rewrite your entire experience of safety and love
Why saying 'no' unapologetically is a revolutionary act of self-power, and how it unlocks greater freedom in every engagement
The critical role of music, mindfulness and somatic awareness in every day life

Lauren’s story is a blueprint for anyone tired of repeating old patterns, stuck in cycles of chaos, heartbreak & shame, or craving genuine safety within themselves. Her insights demonstrate that rewiring the nervous system isn’t just a buzzword — it’s a radical act of self-love that leads to clearer boundaries, healthier connections and a profound sense of inner peace and freedom!

Safety as an act of Resistance!

If you're a human who wants to change your life this episode is for you! Solopreneurs, job seekers, divorced dudes, working parents, or executive leaders, disgusted by the dating world or anyone wanting to understand how their body really 'keeps the score'. Get ready to see your life through a new lens — one grounded in strength, authenticity and sustainable change. Press play and start rewiring today.

Don’t be a Richard (d*ck) to yourself or others!

[Re]frame pain, [Re]lease shame, [Re]claim your power!

Together we rise!

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BAKING IN BIKINIS — EQUIP PROTEIN 3 INGREDIENT CAKE BAKE, N*P SLIPS & NERVOUS SYSTEM LITERACY 4 ALL

LAUREN FRIEDMAN — Thu, 09 Jul 2026 23:45:38 GMT

Have your cake and eat it, too!

Meal prep without the madness in this week’s bonus episode of the Unfckme IRL Pod!

Protein is how we can heal our bodies from the inside out!

Learn how to use Equip’s clean, 20-gram+ of grass-fed protein to fuel with real food and leverage the power of the human body!

Lauren is baking in her bikini, breaking stereotypes and baffling with brilliance while dropping nervous system literacy 4 all knowledge with a few n*p slips! Oops!

Lauren shares some recent dating stories, the science behind fueling with real food and real-life ways she uses nervous system literacy in its many forms to nourish her body, while riding the ebbs, flows and tidal waves of life.

This episode reveals why understanding your body's signals can be the game-changer inr educing chronic illness, reversing chronic pain and forging authentic connections. If you've ever felt overwhelmed, disconnected, or unsure how to navigate your feelings, much less have feelings this episode is your essential guide to stepping into a more resilient, vibrant version of yourself.

Lauren Friedman, aka Not Another Healing Assh*le, shares her raw journey through complex PTSD(R), trauma, nervous system regulation, reinvention, grief, loss and self-discovery. From breaking free from lifelong survival mode to embracing vulnerability and living in authenticity — she uncovers why emotional awareness is your most powerful tool. Through her candid stories and practical insights, you'll learn how trauma hijacks our body and mind—and how neural rewiring initiates true healing. Discover how simple daily practices, like listening to your body's sacred wisdom or understanding attachment wounds, can radically change your life's trajectory.

Embracing nervous system literacy isn't just a health hack—it’s a paradigm shift in how you relate to self and others.

[Re]frame pain, [Re]lease shame, [Re]claim your power!

Together we rise!

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