Intuition or Trauma Response?

SHOW NOTES SUMMARY

In this thought-provoking episode of The Mindful CEO, Chris and Aaron explore a tension many entrepreneurs face: how do you know if you're being guided by your intuition… or reacting from unresolved trauma? They unpack the nuances of decision-making, self-protection, and what it means to truly trust yourself. With real stories, candid insights, and a few laughs along the way, this conversation invites listeners to examine the source behind their internal signals—and why it's not always as clear as it seems. If you've ever wrestled with saying “no,” walked away from an opportunity, or doubted a gut feeling, this episode is for you.

Resources & Links:

• Learn more about How to Live a Grateful Life in a Fucked Up World → https://thegratefulbreath.com/

• Learn more about From Hustle to Flow: Sell more by stressing less → https://www.therealtorsedge.com/

EPISODE OUTLINE 

• The false clarity of trauma
  How trauma can sound calm and convincing, making it hard to detect.

• When “no” is just fear in disguise
  Unpacking how unresolved pain can mask itself as discernment.

• The unreliable compass of the nervous system
  Why “trust your body” isn’t always the answer if the body hasn’t healed.

• Discerning intuition from reaction
  What clean clarity feels like vs. old protective patterns.

• Rewiring your internal system
  Tools for developing a more trustworthy internal guidance system.

• Chris and Aaron's real-world business examples
  Times when each host had to question what was driving their decisions.

• Learning to question the source
  How to stay curious about where your decisions are coming from.