The Self Study Lab

Micah Freeman, Ego Strength Coaching
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The Self-Study Lab Podcast walks you through the human operating system — the psychological, emotional, and nervous-system foundations that help life make more sense, but that most of us were never taught.

Episodes

  1. 16 DEC

    Ep. 2: Your Not Broken, You're Living in the Wrong Environment

    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’tWhy modern life quietly overwhelms the nervous systemHow stress used to complete its cycle, and why it often doesn’t nowWhy movement, rest, and connection aren’t “self-care” — they’re biological inputsWhy understanding context reduces shame and self-blameHow this framework sets the foundation for everything that comes nextThis week’s tiny practiceShake it off. 20–30 seconds of gentle shaking to help your body release stored stress. It adds up. Founders Lab — Early AccessThis 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/ DisclaimerThe 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.

    24 min
  2. Ep. 1: Why This Lab Exists

    9 DEC

    Ep. 1: Why This Lab Exists

    In this first episode, I share the story behind the Lab — where it began, why I created it, and the gap I kept seeing after thousands of hours sitting with clients. If you’ve ever felt like: you “should” know yourself better by now,you understand your patterns but can’t seem to change them,therapy has been helpful but you’re still missing something,or you’re overwhelmed by all the information out there and want one grounded place to return to……you’re in the right place. In this episode, I talk about:Growing up as an anxious kid in the 80sWhy insight alone doesn’t create changeHow our biology shapes our behavior more than we thinkThe gap between therapy and real-life practiceWhy I built the Self Study LabThe power of tiny, 1% shiftsA simple nervous system practice you can use this weekThis week’s tiny practiceTry a longer exhale than inhale. It takes 30 seconds, and it sends a small signal of safety to your nervous system. If you feel on edge at any point this week, pause and practice this gentle shift. It adds up. Founders Lab — Early AccessThis podcast is the public side of the Self Study Lab, but there’s also a guided version where we go deeper with structure, tools, and real support. The Founders Lab opens soon. If you want to be part of the first group, join the early access list here: 👉 https://egostrength.net/ DisclaimerThe 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.

    10 min
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The Self-Study Lab Podcast walks you through the human operating system — the psychological, emotional, and nervous-system foundations that help life make more sense, but that most of us were never taught.

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  • Creator
    Micah Freeman, Ego Strength Coaching
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  • Episodes
    2
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