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Your Trauma Talks, the podcast where pain meets purpose and healing becomes a movement. Hosted by international motivational speaker, mental health advocate, bestselling author, and creative visionary Rahul K. Maharaj, known globally as Mr. Trauma Talks, this show is a raw, unfiltered space for truth, resilience, and transformation.

Born from Rahul’s lived experience and global advocacy including five major mental health conferences (three held on Broadway in Times Square) Your Trauma Talks brings together survivors, experts, and changemakers to share stories that break silence and build strength. From domestic violence and generational trauma to healing through faith, forgiveness, and sound therapy, every episode is a lifeline for those navigating the shadows.
Featuring special segments like Mental Health Bytes, co-hosted with an award-winning psychiatrist from India, and spotlight interviews with voices from around the world, this podcast is more than conversation—it’s community.
Whether you’re tuning in from a hospital bed, a classroom, or a late-night walk through Times Square, Your Trauma Talks reminds you:

“What is meant for you shall never pass you by, and what passes you by was never meant for you.”

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Rah speaks about "Mellie and the Pandemic"

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Welcome back to Your Trauma Talks, where we dive deep into the truths people are often afraid to face. Today, we’re stepping into a difficult but necessary conversation—about compulsive and pathological liars.
Let’s be clear: this isn’t about judgment. It’s about understanding. Compulsive liars often lie out of habit, sometimes without even realizing it. Pathological liars take it further—creating elaborate stories, manipulating reality, and often leaving emotional wreckage behind. But behind every lie is a deeper wound. A fear. A need. A trauma.
I’ve seen firsthand how these behaviors can destroy trust, relationships, and even someone’s sense of self. And I’ve also seen how healing begins—not with confrontation, but with compassion and boundaries. If you’ve been hurt by someone who lies compulsively, know this: it’s not your fault. You’re not crazy. And you deserve truth.
If you’re someone who struggles with lying, ask yourself—what are you protecting? What are you afraid to reveal? Because healing starts when we stop hiding.
This is Mr. Trauma Talks, and I believe every story deserves to be told honestly—even the ones we’ve been afraid to face. Let’s keep talking. Let’s keep healing.

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Live “Questions Opinions Answers” with Bollywood Actor Jugal Hansraj let’s hear one of his most challenging moments in life. Star of “Papa Kehte Hai, Mohabbatein, Kahani 2” and many others
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Tanner Bergsma, a 23-year-old Canadian author, social entrepreneur, and activist, is a beacon of hope for many. As a community psychology student at Wilfrid Laurier University, Tanner leverages his unique perspective as a Level 1 autistic individual to blend motivational and practical guidance into his writing. Despite having faced chronic homelessness, Tanner now dedicates his life to empowering others to navigate their own challenges and discover their inner strength. His focus on inclusivity and mental health drives him to develop innovative solutions that break down systemic barriers and provide essential support to those who need it most. Passionate about global peace, Tanner actively serves on the boards and committees of local charities, striving to create a better community. Through his activism and motivational speaking, Tanner illuminates the path for others, helping them rise above their struggles and achieve their fullest potential.

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MrTraumaTalks had the honor of presenting my talk, Living Your Purpose Through Trauma, at the "Live Your Purpose" virtual book launch and conference, hosted by Yanick Séïde, In my presentation, I shared my personal journey of overcoming immense challenges during the pandemic. I spoke about the loss of a loved one, my income, my home, and my business. These hardships forced me out of my comfort zone and into a new reality.

Despite these struggles, I found a way to transform my grief and loss into a drive for rebuilding my life. I wrote two books that became a testament to my journey of healing and growth, connecting with others who had faced similar challenges.

In my talk, I emphasized that our greatest growth often comes from our darkest moments. I encouraged everyone to embrace their trauma, use it as a stepping stone, and let it shape—but not define—their purpose.

If you missed it, keep an eye out for future opportunities to engage in this conversation. Let's continue to discover and live our purpose, even in the face of adversity.


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This week on Your Trauma Talks, we shine the spotlight on the extraordinary Ishaa Vinod Chopra, author, artist, and mental health advocate whose life’s work blends resilience, creativity, and healing.

Ishaa is the author of "Finding Order in Disorder", a raw and moving memoir chronicling her journey through bipolar disorder, domestic abuse, and the transformative power of art therapy. Through dance, painting, yoga, and her deeply evocative “Mad Poetry,” she shares therapeutic tools that inspire both recovery and self-expression.

Coming from a renowned lineage of filmmakers, Ishaa infuses multidisciplinary arts into her advocacy, using creativity as both a personal refuge and a public platform for change. Her expertise spans a BFA in Performing Arts (Kathak), an Honours Diploma & Degree in Early Childhood Education from George Brown College, Toronto, and published work in AECEO’s eceLINK journal, mentored by Dr. Adam W.J. Davies.

As a Research Associate for the York University documentary project Unfinished and a Workman Arts Member Artist, Ishaa has facilitated dance therapy sessions blending Latin, Indian Classical, and Folk styles, and performed for the City of Toronto.

Founder of the Finding Order in Disorder NGO, she creates hybrid podcasts, therapeutic dance programs, and community engagement initiatives for mental well-being—while championing voices of those with lived experiences through digital storytelling.

Currently preparing to pursue a Master of Science in Critical Family & Kinship Studies with an interdisciplinary focus on Gender, Sexualities, and Bodies at the University of Guelph, Ishaa stands as a living testament to the power of turning pain into purpose.

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