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Eyes Wide Open with Nick Thompson

Eyes Wide Open with Nick Thompson

著者： Nick Thompson
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Are you going through life blind? This is Eyes Wide Open with Nick Thompson, your destination for unfiltered truth and societal change. We bridge the gap between reality TV fame and real-world impact, stripping away the stigmas surrounding mental health, holistic wellness, culture, politics, and free speech. Hosted by Nick Thompson (Netflix's Love is Blind Season 2), this platform is for the curious and gritty. Nick is a Storyteller building a forum for raw conversations that challenge the status quo. What to expect: - Eyes On: Current events, news, and politics shaping our culture. - Weekly Deep Dives: Expert interviews on longevity, holistic wellness, and personal growth. - Media Accountability: Exposing reality TV exploitation and the UCAN Foundation mission. From regenerative medicine to media ethics, we dive into issues that matter. Don't settle for a manufactured narrative. Do the work. Show up with your Eyes Wide Open. Subscribe for daily commentary and weekly episodes.©2026 社会科学
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  • The Truth About Feeling "Not Enough"

    The Truth About Feeling "Not Enough"
    2026/09/08
    The Truth About Feeling "Not Enough" Why do you feel like you're not enough? In this conversation, we explore self-worth, the inner critic, imposter syndrome, negative self-talk, emotional healing, and how to change the beliefs that keep you stuck. Isabelle Kiara explains how the "I'm not enough" belief develops, how childhood experiences shape the way we speak to ourselves, and how small shifts in perspective can help us build confidence, emotional resilience, and a more nourishing relationship with ourselves. In this episode of Eyes Wide Open with Nick Thompson, Nick talks with Isabelle Kiara, intuitive guide, energy activation coach, creator of the Nourish App, and bestselling author. Together they explore what it means to truly nourish yourself beyond food and how the beliefs we carry about ourselves can influence our relationships, confidence, goals, emotions, and everyday decisions. We talk about: • Why so many people feel like they are "not enough" • How the inner critic affects confidence and self-worth • Imposter syndrome and the fear of not being good enough • How childhood experiences can shape our self-talk • Why we can become overly critical of ourselves • Emotional healing and emotional resilience • How to stop spiraling after difficult experiences • Using small steps to build confidence and momentum • Why setbacks don't necessarily mean failure • Changing your relationship with food and emotional eating • Comfort food and childhood associations • Learning to sit with uncomfortable emotions • Self-compassion and becoming kinder to yourself • Nourishing yourself mentally, emotionally and spiritually Chapters: 0:00 - The Consciousness of Nourishment 1:35 - Welcoming Back Isabel Chiara 2:39 - Finding Joy and Grounding Through Latin Dance 4:17 - Childhood Conditioning and High Sensitivity 9:11 - Stepping into Visibility and Expanding Your Container 15:15 - Overcoming Imposter Syndrome One Step at a Time 18:31 - Shifting Thought Patterns: Expectations vs. Reality 20:58 - The Power of the Pivot: Reframing Setbacks 25:06 - The Nourish Movement and Healing "I'm Not Enough" 30:56 - Daily "Up Leveling" to Reclaim Personal Power 36:58 - Transforming Your Relationship with Food and Self-Talk 46:43 - Finding Peace with Your Past and Moving Forward 54:22 - Nick's Big Next Step: Podcasting, Pivots, and Self-Advocacy Guest Bio: Isabel Chiara is an intuitive guide, energy activation coach, and the creator of the Nourish app. She is a three-time best-selling author of Bod Behavior, Eat Your Words, and Nourish, specializing in guiding individuals toward self-trust, emotional resilience, and breaking limiting subconscious beliefs. Our Mission: Eyes Wide Open is a space for honest communication. Our goal is to remove the stigmas around mental health, holistic lifestyles, culture, and free speech so you can show up as your authentic self with your eyes wide open. By having real conversations about difficult truths, we move toward collective healing. Find Isabel Chiara here: FREE MONTH Nourish App: https://isabel-chiara.com/podcast-gift/ Website: https://isabel-chiara.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/isabel.chiari.50 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nourish_isabelchiara/ Books: https://isabel-chiara.com/books/ Nourish App: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/nourish-by-isabel-chiara/id6475375053 Find Nick Thompson here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nthompson513/ | https://www.instagram.com/the_ucan_foundation/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@EyesWideOpenContent LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nickthompson13/ UCAN Foundation: https://theucanfoundation.org/ Website: https://www.engagewithnick.com/
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  • Why Chicago Small Businesses Are Being Crushed And How We Fix It w/ Laura Yepez

    Why Chicago Small Businesses Are Being Crushed And How We Fix It w/ Laura Yepez
    2026/09/01

    Why Is Chicago So Expensive? The Local Politics Behind It

    Why is Chicago getting so expensive? Nick Thompson sits down with Chicago small-business owner and First Ward alderwoman candidate Laura Yepz to unpack the rising cost of living, housing, taxes, small businesses and the local politics behind it.

    Why is Chicago getting so expensive? In this episode of Eyes Wide Open, Nick Thompson sits down with Chicago small-business owner and First Ward alderwoman candidate Laura Yepz to discuss the rising cost of living, local politics, small-business struggles, housing, taxes, inflation, Chicago Public Schools, and what local government can actually do for residents.

    Laura shares her experience running the Wicker Park Inn, supporting Chicago's small-business community, navigating COVID-era challenges, and deciding to run for alderwoman after becoming frustrated with the lack of local representation.

    Nick and Laura also discuss why local politics matter, how Chicago residents are being squeezed by rising costs, why small businesses are struggling, the changing Chicago neighborhood landscape, the importance of elected school boards, work-life balance, AI and the future of work, and why people are increasingly questioning the traditional American Dream.

    Topics discussed:
    Chicago politics, Chicago cost of living, local government, alderman elections, First Ward Chicago, small businesses, housing affordability, rent increases, inflation, property taxes, Chicago Public Schools, jobs, AI and employment, community leadership, and the future of Chicago.

    🎙️ Eyes Wide Open with Nick Thompson explores mental health, holistic wellness, culture, free speech, politics, and stigmatized societal issues—all to help us show up in the world with our eyes wide open.


    Chapters

    0:00 - The Reality of Working Multiple Jobs Just to Exist
    2:21 - Meet Laura Yepez: Small Business Owner and 1st Ward Candidate
    5:36 - Why Small Businesses Rally: COVID Fallout & Lack of City Support
    9:32 - The Rising Cost of Existing and Doing Business in Chicago
    11:11 - What Does an Alderperson Actually Do for Your Community?
    14:59 - Taking on an Incumbent: Why Local Representation Must Change
    19:49 - Redefining Authentic Leadership Through Service and Mentorship
    22:33 - The Modern Urban Affordability & Housing Crisis
    26:00 - Property Taxes, Rent Hikes, and the New Elected School Board
    33:26 - The Broken American Dream: Corporate Layoffs and Surviving the Squeeze
    47:10 - Contrasting the 1st Ward Race: Advocacy, Identity, & Small Business Focus
    54:50 - The Ground Game: Door-Knocking, Petitions, and Upcoming Election Deadlines
    1:00:35 - Nick Thompson on Moving Past Reality TV & Staying Authentic

    About Guest

    Laura Yepez is a longtime Chicago resident, community advocate, 1st Ward Democratic Committeewoman, and the owner of the historic Wicker Park Inn for over 22 years. With a deep background in entrepreneurship, local chambers of commerce, and local school councils, she is running for 1st Ward Alderwoman to bring responsive, constituent-focused leadership and small-business advocacy to City Hall.


    Our Mission

    Eyes Wide Open is a space for honest communication. Our goal is to remove the stigmas around mental health, holistic lifestyles, culture, and free speech so you can show up as your authentic self with your eyes wide open. By having real conversations about difficult truths, we move toward collective healing.


    Find Laura Yepez here:

    Website: https://www.yepezforchicago.com
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yepezforchicago/
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yepezforchicago_/
    TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@yepezforchicago
    Stay at the Wicker Park Inn: https://www.wickerparkinn.com/

    Find Nick Thompson here:


    Nick Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nthompson513/
    UCAN Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_ucan_foundation/
    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@EyesWideOpenContent
    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nickthompson13/
    UCAN Foundation: https://theucanfoundation.org/
    Website: https://www.engagewithnick.com
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  • How to Heal From Trauma: Rewire Your Brain & Break the Cycle

    How to Heal From Trauma: Rewire Your Brain & Break the Cycle
    2026/08/25

    How to Heal From Trauma: Rewire Your Brain & Break the Cycle

    How do you heal from trauma and break the patterns that keep you stuck? Lawrence C. Harris shares how therapy, journaling, movement, and mindset helped him rebuild his mental health and rewire the way he thinks.

    How do you heal from trauma and break the patterns that keep you stuck? Lawrence C. Harris shares how therapy, journaling, movement and mindset helped him rebuild his mental health and rewire the way he thinks.

    In this powerful conversation, Lawrence C. Harris opens up about his experience with childhood trauma, abuse, bullying, complex PTSD, mental health struggles and the process of rebuilding his life.

    Lawrence explains what it felt like to carry trauma without understanding what was happening, how therapy helped him recognize his patterns, and why healing ultimately required him to take responsibility for the work he needed to do himself.

    We also discuss:
    Healing from trauma and complex PTSD
    Childhood trauma and mental health
    How the inner critic affects self-worth
    Journaling as a tool for self-awareness
    Rewiring negative thought patterns
    Building momentum through small daily actions
    How exercise can support mental wellbeing
    Social media, dopamine and attention
    Learning to think for yourself
    Breaking destructive cycles
    Finding a reason and purpose to keep moving forward
    Mental health support for teenagers and young adults
    Why lived experience can create powerful connections with others

    Lawrence also shares a powerful perspective on his inner critic, the role of journaling, and how learning to question the beliefs you've been taught can help you develop a stronger sense of identity.

    Subscribe to Eyes Wide Open with Nick Thompson for more conversations about mental health, wellness, culture, free speech and the ideas that help us show up in the world with our eyes wide open.

    Guest Bio

    Lawrence C. Harris is a 20-year-old youth empowerment speaker, author, and mental health advocate who transforms his lived experience with autism and complex PTSD into actionable wisdom. Through his speaking engagements and books, he helps teenagers build mental resilience, rewire their inner critics, and reclaim agency over their futures.

    Chapters
    00:00 Introduction to Mental Health Advocate Lawrence C. Harris
    01:20 Escaping Childhood Trauma and the Path to Healing
    02:29 The Journey to Becoming a Youth Empowerment Speaker
    05:47 Navigating Teenage Years with Autism and Complex PTSD
    11:39 Understanding the Invisible Weight of Complex PTSD
    16:45 Overcoming Your Inner Critic and Brainwashing Yourself
    20:11 The Science of Neuroplasticity and Trauma Recovery
    24:22 Building Momentum with Non-Negotiable Daily Routines
    33:34 Earning Trust and Inspiring Youth Empowerment Motivation
    39:09 Breaking the Cycle of Suck and Finding Your Why
    44:27 Escaping the Social Media Dopamine Trap
    48:43 Why Journaling for Mental Health Unlocks Free Thinking
    57:47 Reality TV Mental Health and Parasocial Relationships


    Find Lawrence Harris here:

    TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lawrencecempowers
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lawrencec.empowers
    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lawrence-harris-8b0177324/
    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@lawrencecempowers
    Website: https://www.lawrencecharris.com/

    Find Nick Thompson here:

    Nick Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nthompson513/
    UCAN Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_ucan_foundation/
    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@EyesWideOpenContent
    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nickthompson13/
    UCAN Foundation: https://theucanfoundation.org/
    Website: https://www.engagewithnick.com
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    1 時間 8 分
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