Steak and Butter Gal, aka Bella, is a classically trained concert pianist and violinist who is passionate about advocating a Carnivore diet for optimal health. She graduated from The Juilliard School’s Graduate Program with a Master of Music degree (MM), specializing in violin and piano performance.Having been active in the educational and competitive performance world since the age of five, she has experienced firsthand the correlation between nutrition and cognitive function. Bella believes diet plays a pivotal role in strengthening the physiological and psychological faculties required for optimal health and performance.Today, she spreads the power of music both online and in person through performances and teaching, while also advocating for the Carnivore lifestyle. She hosts monthly 30-Day Carnivore Challenges through her online community, The Steak & Butter Gang, working alongside top Carnivore coaches to teach and support members in the lifestyle.Timestamps:0:00 The Vegan → Carnivore Story0:28 Why She Tried Veganism in the First Place2:05 Six Years Vegan… And Her Health Got Worse3:15 Discovering the Carnivore Diet4:03 Switching Overnight to Carnivore5:22 The First Bite of Meat After 6 Years Vegan7:18 What Does a Carnivore Diet Actually Look Like?10:14 “Oxalate Dumping” & Early Adaptation Symptoms11:16 Why Veganism Didn’t Work for Her12:12 What Actually Healed Her Health?15:07 Did Carnivore Improve Her Brain & Piano Performance?16:32 Who Should Try the Carnivore Diet?19:24 Biggest Mistakes People Make on Carnivore22:26 Honey, Fruit & Carbs — Are They Allowed?23:46 Personal Experience vs Scientific Evidence27:14 Mediterranean Diet vs Carnivore31:43 The Biggest Criticisms of Carnivore33:17 Joe Rogan & Other Public Figures Trying Carnivore35:57 Why People Quit the Carnivore Diet36:36 Long-Term Carnivore Diet Experiences36:55 What “High Quality Meat” Actually Means42:01 How to Find Good Meat Sources43:34 Best Butter for Carnivore Diets46:44 Butter Brands to Avoid47:03 Is Diet Causing the Western Health Crisis?50:56 Lifestyle Habits Destroying Health51:52 Why American Food Causes Weight Gain53:46 Final ThoughtsConnect with us:https://freedompact.co.uk/newsletter​ (Healthy, Wealthy & Wise Newsletter)www.Instagram.com/freedompactwww.twitter.com/freedompactpod Email: freedompact@gmail.com https://Tiktok.com/personaldevelopmentConnect with Bella: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/SteakandButterGalInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/steakandbuttergal/Join The Steak & Butter Gang: https://sbg-s-meat-up.mn.co/Disclaimer: The Freedom Pact Podcast is provided for informational and entertainment purposes only. The content is not intended to constitute, nor should it be relied upon as, medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. The views expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of the hosts or the podcast. Listeners should not disregard, delay, or substitute professional medical advice because of information discussed on the podcast or associated materials.

Jeremy Ryan Slate is the host of Hidden Forces in History & The Roman Pattern, where he studies civilizational collapse through the lens of the Roman Empire. In this episode, we discuss:

00:00 What Does “Collapse” Actually Mean?

01:52 The Biggest Myth About Rome’s Fall

03:47 Key Moments That Changed Rome Forever

05:29 The 3 Signs of Civilizational Collapse

07:13 Are We Forcing Parallels With Today?

09:14 Collapse vs Transformation

10:45 When Regions Break Away From Power

12:40 Is There a Point of No Return?

13:23 Why Currency Determines Survival

16:14 The Most Important Figures in Rome’s Decline

21:21 Overlooked Leaders Who Shaped Rome

23:16 What Made a “Good” Roman Emperor?

25:50 The Most Important Lesson From Rome

27:37 Patterns That Feel Familiar Today

29:16 How Power Accelerates Collapse

30:53 Which Modern Nations Are Most at Risk?

33:12 How Long Does Collapse Take?

35:33 What Makes Modern Societies More Resilient?

38:06 Why Spirituality Rises During Collapse

40:50 What Should We Take Seriously Today?

42:07 What Not to Panic About

44:03 Where to Start Learning About Rome

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Tim Fletcher is a pioneer in the Addictions and Complex Trauma field. After 30+ years of helping others as a pastor, his own trauma recovery and work in addictions treatment led him to recognize how deeply Complex Trauma intersects with addiction, mental health, behaviour, and coping. In this episode, we discuss:

0:00 What People Misunderstand About Trauma

3:02 How Childhood Safety and Attachment Shape Trauma

6:33 Is the Psychiatric Definition of Trauma Too Narrow?

7:49 Why Trauma Makes People Feel “Something Is Wrong With Me”

9:29 How Childhood Experiences Shape Self-Worth

15:08 People Pleasing as Trauma Responses

16:46 Can You Rediscover Your True Self After Trauma?

21:22 Understanding the Healing Process for Trauma

26:49 Narcissistic Family Systems and Complex Trauma

30:36 Betrayal Trauma in Families and Relationships

34:32 Why Some People Develop Trauma Responses and Others Don’t

40:28 Emotionally Unavailable Parents and Attachment Patterns

42:06 Why People Attract Narcissistic Partners

48:51 The Narcissistic Relationship Cycle (Warning Signs)

52:55 Gaslighting and Narcissistic Manipulation

55:08 Starting the Healing Journey From Complex Trauma

58:21 What Actually Helps People Heal Trauma

1:01:31 Why Safe Relationships Are Essential for Healing

Connect with Tim: https://www.timfletcher.ca/

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Disclaimer: Tim Fletcher is not a doctor or licensed therapist; he is a counsellor in Canada and has worked with people with Complex Trauma and Addiction for decades. This video is for informational purposes only to provide understanding, learning, and awareness about complex trauma. No information published here can replace professional evaluation, diagnosis, or treatment.