In this episode, I zoom out and offer some context for why being human feels so hard right now.

Before we get into tools, habits, or deeper self-study, I think it helps to understand the environment the human nervous system actually evolved for — and how different it is from the one we’re living in today.

This episode is about evolutionary mismatch:

the gap between ancient bodies and modern life.

In this episode, I talk about:

• What humans evolved for — and what we didn’t
• Why modern life quietly overwhelms the nervous system
• How stress used to complete its cycle, and why it often doesn’t now
• Why movement, rest, and connection aren’t “self-care” — they’re biological inputs
• Why understanding context reduces shame and self-blame
• How this framework sets the foundation for everything that comes next

This week’s tiny practice

Shake it off.

20–30 seconds of gentle shaking to help your body release stored stress.

It adds up.

Founders Lab — Early Access

This podcast is the public side of the Self Study Lab.

There’s also a guided version where we go deeper — with structure, practices, and real support for applying this to daily life.

The Founders Lab opens soon.

If you want to be part of the first group, join the early access list here:

👉 https://egostrength.net/

Disclaimer

The Self Study Lab Podcast is for education and personal growth.

It isn’t therapy and does not replace working with a licensed mental health provider.