In this episode of the Different Spectrums Podcast, Dr. Naz breaks down Darth Maul through the lens of trauma, PTSD, emotional regulation, masculinity, and survival.

This is not just a Star Wars breakdown.

This is a conversation about what prolonged trauma does to people emotionally and psychologically.

In this episode:

• How childhood trauma shapes identity

• Why anger and hatred feel protective

• PTSD, flashbacks, hypervigilance, and emotional dysregulation

• How rage becomes a survival mechanism

• Why unresolved trauma damages relationships

• Emotional regulation techniques and grounding strategies

• Masculinity, vulnerability, and survival environments

• How to move from survival mode into healing

This episode blends psychology, personal experiences, neurodivergence, and Star Wars storytelling to help people better understand themselves and others.

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