We've all been "triggered"—that moment in a conversation when an emotional bomb goes off, and we say something unplanned, unscripted, and forceful that we later regret. The result is the painful "cleanup on aisle three": the relationship repair work that follows an automatic, defensive reaction we didn't mean.

In this episode, host Brett Hill shares his personal story of being one of the most reactive people he knew and the lifelong pursuit that followed. He reframes this work not as simple "self-improvement," but as a "craft"—a set of skills, like playing an instrument, that must be practiced before you're in a high-stress situation.

Learn a two-part practice to build your resilience: first, how to develop an "early warning system" by studying the physical "surge" of a trigger. Second, discover a "foundational practice" you can use in low-stakes conversations (like with a cashier) to intentionally "wire in the circuitry" for a considered response.

This episode is a practical guide to reclaiming your power and becoming the person in charge of your voice, rather than giving someone else the ability to "press a button on you".

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Being interrupted is more than just rude—it's a frustrating experience that can leave you feeling dismissed and invisible. In our fast-paced world, conversations can often feel like a battle for airtime. So what do you do when you're cut off mid-sentence?

In this episode, host Brett Hill provides a powerful and practical guide to mindfully handling interruptions. Going beyond simple etiquette, he explores the hidden power dynamics at play, backed by surprising research on why and how often interruptions happen. Through compelling personal stories and a toolkit of field-tested phrases—from the simple power of using someone's name to a non-verbal gesture that stops interrupters in their tracks—Brett offers a new philosophy for engaging in conversations. This isn't just about reclaiming your own voice; it's about being a steward for a more respectful culture.

In this episode, you will learn:

• The surprising research behind why people interrupt and the hidden power dynamics often at play.

• Specific, word-for-word phrases you can use to immediately and respectfully reclaim your space in a conversation.

• A powerful non-verbal technique to stop even the most persistent interrupter.

• How to mindfully intervene on behalf of someone else who is being silenced.

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Discover your unique communication "superpower" and "kryptonite" with a personalized, AI-generated report trained on Brett's unique methods. The results are instant and completely free.

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Artificial Intelligence is the most disruptive technology of our time. It's both overhyped and incredibly powerful, but its greatest danger may not be what you think. It's not just that AI can be spectacularly wrong—it's the surprising way we relate to it.

In this episode, host Brett Hill shares a personal story of being fooled by AI-generated research and explores the deeper question: what is it about our human psychology that grants AI so much authority? He discusses the disturbing trend of people forming deep, emotional relationships with chatbots, not as a judgment of them, but as a sign of a vulnerability inherent in our nervous systems.

Drawing on research, real-world examples, and a lifetime in technology, Brett unpacks why AI systems are designed for influence, not our well-being. Learn why you are more influencable than you think (the "Eye on the Coffee Can" experiment) and discover a mindful approach to engaging with this powerful technology safely and consciously.

In this episode, you will learn:

• A personal story of how AI can fabricate "facts" and why our brains are so eager to believe them.

• Why people are forming deep, emotional relationships with AI and the psychological needs this phenomenon reveals.

• The critical distinction: AI doesn't have feelings or morals; it is designed to influence by mimicking them.

• How the "Eye on the Coffee Can" experiment proves our nervous systems are unconsciously influencable, and why this makes us vulnerable to AI.

• A mindful approach to interacting with AI and the importance of establishing guardrails for yourself and your children.

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