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The Overwhelmed Brain

Paul Colaianni: Relationship and Emotional Abuse Expert

Get to the root of emotional issues and learn the best way to relate to yourself and others by honoring your personal boundaries and making decisions that are in alignment with what"s most important to you. This is not a "common-sense" personal growth and development show. You won"t be told to think positively or create affirmations. The Overwhelmed Brain is about accessing that deeper mental and emotional strength inside you so that you can decrease or even eliminate old fears and evolve into the

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39:59

The most empowering question to build your...

The Overwhelmed Brain ·

2025/11/02

Self-esteem and confidence come naturally to some. For others, the bridge to confidence is long, full of obstacles, and not worth the trip. There's one important question to ask yourself to be able to cross that bridge. That's today's topic.

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33:08

Everything is good except the idea of marriage

The Overwhelmed Brain ·

2025/10/26

A woman shares her struggle about getting married, feeling as if she isn't special because her partner has been married in the past. What is making her feel this way? Can this be overcome?

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38:46

My abusive ex wants me to sit next to him at our...

The Overwhelmed Brain ·

2025/10/19

A mom doesn't want to six next to her abusive ex during her child's wedding but doesn't want to come across as selfish. Is it selfish to make healthy choices that will keep you happy and safe? Important discussion today.

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37:44

Why is finding and connecting with others so darn...

The Overwhelmed Brain ·

2025/10/12

If you feel like an outsider in a world that seems unrelatable, could it be because you’re yearning for authenticity in your connections? I know I am. Making friendships and romantic relationships can sometimes seem like a lesson in futility.

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46:20

When it's always your fault

The Overwhelmed Brain ·

2025/10/05

If you find yourself constantly being blamed for everything going wrong, it's time to question whether you’re being manipulated into believing what may be a deflection. In this episode, I tackle the sometimes tricky dynamics of responsibility and blame.

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50:57

The childhood trauma we try to leave in the past

The Overwhelmed Brain ·

2025/09/28

If returning to your childhood hometown stirs up memories you’d rather leave behind, does that mean you’re not ready to face them? I’ll dive into this area with a heartfelt question from someone seeking closure from past trauma, wondering if revisiting their roots could be the key to healing and rediscovering their lost self.

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35:17

The intense pain, longing, and pining over the one...

The Overwhelmed Brain ·

2025/09/21

If you’re struggling with the feeling of emptiness after a breakup or loss, is it really about them, or something deeper within you? I’ll share my own experiences with heartbreak and loneliness, and why understanding our emotional dependencies might just be the key to healing and building healthier relationships.

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35:37

Waiting and waiting for others to change

The Overwhelmed Brain ·

2025/09/14

How long will you wait for someone to make changes to treat you better? At what point do you decide enough is enough and move on without them in your life? And is there anything you can do if change seems impossible?

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54:24

10 Life lessons that will help you in your pursuit of...

The Overwhelmed Brain ·

2025/09/07

A list of ten life lessons to help you achieve a happier, more fulfilling life... perhaps. Some lessons are scary to implement. Some are a must if you find that you can never quite achieve fulfillment.

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45:05

How do I know when I'm ready to love again?

The Overwhelmed Brain ·

2025/08/31

How do you know when your heart is ready to embrace love again after weathering the storm of a toxic relationship? What should you be prepared for at the start of a new relationship? I talk about that and the draining effects of toxic relationships in this episode.

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40:35

The giant waste of time you spent with someone or...

The Overwhelmed Brain ·

2025/08/24

If you’ve ever felt like you’re trapped in a time loop of bad relationships or self-destructive patterns, you’re not alone. Why do we sometimes stay in situations that don’t serve us? And were those situations a huge waste of time or something else?

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38:57

The formula for making hard decisions

The Overwhelmed Brain ·

2025/08/17

Do I change my career? Do I move? Do I wait? If I change, will I be happy or sad? Never let life's hard decisions stop you from making decisions that are right for you?

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01:07:21

What's the real reason you keep getting into "those"...

The Overwhelmed Brain ·

2025/08/10

Sure, some partners are toxic or dysfunctional. But what if they're not that at all but just not that bright? What if you are trying to squeeze something out of a partner that simply doesn't exist? Does that make automatic incompatibility? I go through deep exploration of that in today's episode.

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32:32

Did a pedophile groom her daughter into marriage?

The Overwhelmed Brain ·

2025/08/03

This episode is about a pedophile grooming a woman's daughter. If you're a parent who listens with their child(ren), I wanted you to be aware of this before you played the show. There are no graphic details, but be aware that your children may ask questions if they listen with you.

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40:04

The fears and insecurities that push away those who...

The Overwhelmed Brain ·

2025/07/27

If you get close to someone, they see the most vulnerable, deeper part of you. That can be a scary thing, especially if you've been hurt before. And sometimes we feel the need to protect ourself from such scary things.

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31:03

Are you giving away your power?

The Overwhelmed Brain ·

2025/07/20

Some people seem to have a toxic gravitational pull that affects everyone around them. And whether you're with them or not, they are either on your mind or in your space. Getting away from their influence can feel impossible.

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44:20

The way we tell others to go away may make them stay

The Overwhelmed Brain ·

2025/07/13

If you’ve ever wondered how to keep toxic people out of your life or if you’re questioning the role of personal boundaries in shaping your reality, this episode is for you. I share insights on why the words you choose matter, how to express your boundaries clearly, and why some relationships require you to be as steadfast as a lighthouse in a storm.

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43:44

The wife who seems unfazed by her husband's family...

The Overwhelmed Brain ·

2025/07/06

If your partner seems uninterested in your family, does that signal a deeper issue? I’ll dive into this area with a specific question from an upset husband wanting to wrap his head around the realization that his wife doesn't seem at all interested in his family's health situation.

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38:02

From dark to light - the path to courage

The Overwhelmed Brain ·

2025/06/29

The path to empowerment sometimes involves massive, scary steps that might just change you... for the better. What it takes is courage. Where can you find the courage? It's closer than you think.

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38:17

Every opportunity offers a choice to stay the same or...

The Overwhelmed Brain ·

2025/06/22

Are you walking around with unresolved feelings from your past? There are many opportunities that come our way that give us a chance to move forward without being weighed down by our past.

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