Some reactions feel bigger than the moment - and there's a reason for that.
In this episode, Clay Johnson explores how our childhood doesn't stay in the past. It quietly follows us into adulthood, shaping how we respond to criticism, seek approval, avoid conflict, and define our worth.
Through personal reflection, Clay unpacks the survival patterns many of us developed early on - overachieving, people-pleasing, staying small, or staying guarded - and how awareness can help us respond with compassion instead of fear.
This conversation isn't about blaming the past.
It's about understanding it and learning how to become the adult your younger self needed.
If you've ever wondered why certain moments hit so hard, or felt like a younger version of you shows up when life gets uncomfortable - this episode is for you.
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