EP16 | Make Trauma Understandable | Guest: Lauren Ungeldi, 10x Bestselling Author

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Brain, Hope, Reality: PTSI not PTSD | Hosted by Dr. Eugene Lipov

Dr. Eugene Lipov

18 episodes

1 month ago

Many survivors of severe psychological trauma suffer from a diverse set of troubling emotions that are compounded by harrowing behavioral conditions. And too often, the impact takes a destructive toll on lives. When identified, the condition of post-traumatic stress (PTS) is usually thought of / talked about / diagnosed as a “disorder.” That’s unfortunate and it’s incorrect. Brain, Hope, Reality: PTSI not PTSD, a new podcast by Dr. Eugene Lipov, shines a light on a relatively new understanding that connects the mental and emotional struggles of post-traumatic stress (PTS) to a biological change — one that is observable and measurable in the brains of survivors. And yes, it’s treatable! Throughout the series, you can expect to hear from patients that Dr. Lipov cares for, trauma experts, and even some insights from the world of neuroscience — all presented in an easily digestible, non-clinical way. Stay tuned!

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EP16 | Make Trauma Understandable | Guest: Lauren Ungeldi, 10x Bestselling Author

Brain, Hope, Reality: PTSI not PTSD | Hosted by Dr. Eugene Lipov

27 minutes

1 month ago

EP16 | Make Trauma Understandable | Guest: Lauren Ungeldi, 10x Bestselling Author

Dr. Lipov and bestselling author Lauren Ungeldi discuss storytelling, neuroscience, and why hope — not stigma — should define how we talk about trauma.

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In this inspiring episode of Brain Hope Reality, Dr. Eugene Lipov welcomes Lauren Ungeldi — 10x bestselling author and Lipov's co-writer of the soon-to-be-released The God Shot — for a lively discussion about writing, healing, and the science of storytelling. Known for her work with global leaders and elite military veterans, Ungeldi brings a unique perspective to the conversation, rooted in human triumph and emotional truth. Together, they reflect on their collaboration for the upcoming Brain Hope Reality book, which aims to make neuroscience and trauma recovery both approachable and empowering for everyday readers.

Ungeldi shares insights from her past work with subjects like Bibi Aisha (the Afghan woman once featured on the cover of TIME) and former Delta Force operators, touching on identity, chaos addiction, and the ripple effects of trauma. Dr. Lipov explains the biological reality of PTSI (Post-Traumatic Stress Injury), the importance of changing the name from PTSD, and how modalities like Stellate Ganglion Block can reverse the physiological damage caused by trauma. The two speak candidly about inter-generational wounds, the science of hope, and how metaphor, humor, and visual storytelling can help make the invisible visible. At its core, the episode—and the forthcoming book—is a declaration: trauma is real, healing is possible, and you are not alone.