Unpacking the hidden costs of self-development, part 1, with Dave Hompes

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Wild Wise and Worthy with Kellie Rhea

Kellie Rhea

5 episodes

1 hour ago

Wild, & Worthy A Podcast for Truth Seekers, Paradigm Shifters & Conscious Explorers Welcome to Wild, Wise & Worthy This is not your average podcast. Wild, Wise & Worthy is a raw, unfiltered space where we dismantle conventional thinking, challenge deeply ingrained beliefs, and step into our full, authentic selves. Hosted by Kellie Rhea, a forward-thinking paradigm shifter, trauma-informed coach, and wellness practitioner, this podcast is designed to inspire, educate, and ignite transformation. Each episode dives deep into the real, raw, and sometimes radical conversations that mainstream narratives often avoid. Here, we explore the intersection of trauma healing, psychedelic integration, ethical leadership, human and animal behavior, and conscious entrepreneurship all with a mission to unlock and unleash your highest, most aligned self. Meet Your Host: Kellie Rhea Kellie does all things wellness on her own terms. A relentless truth seeker, she has spent over 35 years studying human behavior, trauma integration, high-control groups, and holistic healing. She brings a wealth of lived experience, professional expertise, and unconventional wisdom to the table. Her background in horsemanship has given her profound insight into power dynamics, trust, and authentic leadership lessons that translate directly into how we navigate relationships, business, and personal transformation. She goes deep, she can be intense, and she holds space for raw, meaningful conversations that challenge the status quo. Expect to be stretched, expanded, and awakened. What You’ll Get From This Podcast ✔ Unfiltered Conversations – No fluff, no surface-level talk—just deep dives into the topics that truly matter. ✔ Insights from Experts & Thought Leaders – Guests who are pushing boundaries in health, spirituality, business, and personal growth. ✔ Practical Tools for Transformation – Real-world strategies to help you heal, expand, and step into your power. ✔ Breaking Free from Manipulative Frameworks – Understanding high-control groups, narcissistic abuse, and reclaiming autonomy. ✔ Lessons from Nature & Animals – What horses and the natural world can teach us about leadership, trust, and intuition.

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Unpacking the hidden costs of self-development, part 1, with Dave Hompes

Wild Wise and Worthy with Kellie Rhea

1 hour 24 minutes 5 seconds

1 month ago

Unpacking the hidden costs of self-development, part 1, with Dave Hompes

In this episode of the Wild and Worthy podcast, Kellie Rhea interviews Dave Hompes, who shares his journey from a sports scientist to a functional medicine practitioner. They discuss the awakening to the mind-body connection, the pitfalls of self-development programs, and some of the psychological and neurological implications of being involved in such organizations. The conversation delves into the nature of self, the influence of cult dynamics, cognitive dissonance, and the role of the immune system in self-identity. They emphasize the importance of understanding the self from a psychological and neuroscientific perspective, and the dangers of being trapped in a singular worldview.

Dave Hompes @davehompes

Davehompes.com

Kellie Rhea @iamkellierhea

The mind and body are interconnected and influence each other significantly.

Self-development programs may sometimes lead to negative psychological effects.

Understanding the self requires insights from psychology and neuroscience.

Cognitive dissonance can occur when individuals realize the limitations of self-help methods.

Cult dynamics can distort personal development and create dependency on specific methodologies.

The immune system may react to psychological conflicts within one's identity.

Language and thought patterns can shape our perception of reality.

Emotional health is crucial for making effective decisions and maintaining relationships.

The body should not be viewed as separate from the mind in personal development.

Awareness of the self is essential for authentic personal growth.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Background

05:22 Awakening to the Mind-Body Connection

10:19 Exploring the Self-Development Movement

15:02 Understanding the Concept of Self

21:18 The Dangers of Self-Development Organizations

31:07 The Emotional Flattening Effect

43:29 Dissonance Between True Self and Cult Self

44:14 The Journey into Self-Improvement

45:28 The Psychological Impact of Cults

49:10 The Structure of Cults and Their Methods

50:49 The Social Dynamics of Cult Involvement

52:46 The Dissonance Between Cult Beliefs and Reality

55:25 The Immune System and Psychological Health

59:04 The Nature of Truth and Perception

01:02:35 The Neuroscience of Self and Identity

01:04:11 The Dangers of Cognitive Dissonance in Cults

01:21:25 The Importance of Informed Consent in Self-Help

Wild Wise and Worthy with Kellie Rhea