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What if the wounds holding you back aren’t the ones you can see—or even remember?

In this thought-provoking episode of “Thrive LouD,” host Lou Diamond sits down with certified trauma care practitioner and rapid transformational therapy expert Stacey Uhrig, unlocking the surprising truths about trauma, healing, and why so many high-achieving people struggle with feeling “not enough”—despite seemingly perfect childhoods.

Discover:

• The pivotal “whisper” that steered Stacey Uhrig

  toward a transformative, purpose-driven career—plus how her own 30-year journey in therapy led her to create something she’d never seen before in the mental health space.

• The emotional roots behind the most common wound her clients face, and why psychological safety matters just as much as physical safety—whether you recognize the trauma or not.

• Insider insights into Polyvagal Theory, nervous system science, and rapid transformational therapy, and how Stacey Uhrig combines these modalities to empower healing and resilience.

• How her podcast, “Flip Your Mindset,” was born out of pandemic necessity and now delivers top experts and real stories for those seeking guidance beyond traditional therapy.

• Her refreshing philosophy on rest, self-compassion, and giving yourself permission not to be “on” 24/7.

• Fun street favorites—from movie picks like “Sliding Doors” to why Taylor Swift’s newest ballad is on repeat in her life.

Whether you’re looking to understand your own stuck-ness, supercharge your resilience, or simply get inspired by someone who’s turned hard-won wisdom into healing for herself and others, this episode is packed with practical advice and honest conversation that just might flip your worldview.

Episode Timestamp Overview:

• [00:00:02] Meet your host and guest: The “whisper” that launched Stacey’s career
• [00:02:24] Personal emotional wounds, therapy, and the path to trauma expertise
• [00:05:31] The science behind why traditional therapy often misses the mark—how Stacey’s approach is different
• [00:07:28] The surprising “everyday wound” most of us share
• [00:10:16] Explaining psychological/physical safety, nervous system responses, and client breakthroughs
• [00:11:22] The origins and evolution of the “Flip Your Mindset” podcast
• [00:12:32] What Stacey loves most about podcasting and teaching trauma concepts
• [00:14:33] Stacey’s self-care, rest philosophy, and why thriving isn’t always about “doing”
• [00:16:58] Where to find Stacey and her resources
• [00:17:55] Fun Street: Movies, music, favorite foods, activities, and dream destinations
• [00:24:48] Final words of wisdom and episode wrap-up

Don’t miss the episode that might just flip your understanding of trauma, healing, and thriving for good.