Trauma-Informed Approaches to Habit Change w Dr Melanie Gray

About this episode

Paul speaks with Dr. Melanie Gray about trauma-informed approaches to habit change and the importance of self-awareness in creating lasting change.

Paul speaks with Dr. Melanie Gray about burnout, behavior patterns, and the importance of self-awareness in creating lasting change. They explore trauma-informed approaches to habit change, the role of fatigue in decision-making, and how individuals can set boundaries to protect their energy and well-being. This conversation emphasizes alignment over optimization — understanding your biology instead of fighting it. Key Topics • Trauma-informed behavior change • Burnout vs. normal fatigue • Breaking generational habit loops • The psychology of self-talk • Boundary setting in work and life • Identity and behavior patterns • Fatigue and decision-making • Choosing contentment vs. chasing more

People in this episode

Host: Paul Levitin

Guest: Dr. Melanie Gray

Topics covered

• Trauma-informed behavior change
• Burnout vs. normal fatigue
• Boundary setting
• Identity and behavior patterns
• Fatigue and decision-making

Keywords

• habit change
• self-awareness
• burnout
• fatigue
• boundary setting
• generational habit loops
• self-talk
• contentment

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