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A Metaverse Podcast Experience: New HorizonsOvercoming Unknown Pain & Facing Childhood TraumaText Brian & Shawna (Fan Mail)What experiences have you had that you later realized were deeper wounds? What happens when the pain that shapes your life remains invisible to you? John Jarman's story offers a powerful glimpse into the journey of recognizing and healing from "unknown pain"—trauma so deeply embedded that it directs our lives without our awareness.Growing up with an alcoholic, abusive father led John to a pivotal moment at age 12: pulling a knife and threatening to kill his father if he didn't stop beating his mother. For decades afterward, John believed he...2025-03-2851 min
A Metaverse Podcast Experience: New HorizonsRock Bottom Has a Basement: From Breakdown to Breakthrough with Kevin PalmieriText Brian & Shawna (Fan Mail)What happens when you seemingly have it all—money, a dream relationship, fitness goals achieved—yet feel completely empty inside?In this episode of New Horizons, we’re joined by Kevin Palmieri, founder and host of the Next Level University podcast. Kevin opens up about the moment he discovered that rock bottom has a basement, how he faced suicidal thoughts in a lonely hotel room, and what ultimately pulled him out of the darkest chapter of his life.Kevin, now a successful podcaster with over 2,000 episodes under his belt...2025-03-1451 min
Creativity Found: finding creativity later in lifeShawna Curee – cakes, crochet & connecting in the metaverseHow can engaging in creative activities influence an individual's sense of self and overall fulfillment in life?Shawna Curee was a very creative child, who loved drawing, writing, and creating games with her siblings. A nurturing home and school environment allowed her to freely explore her artistic inclinations, until, inspired by the film Free Willy, Shawna decided she wanted to be a marine biologist instead of following her creative passions. At college she soon realized that wasn't the right path for her, and explored a few other majors before settling on journalism.Looking back, Shawna recognizes t...2024-12-0840 min