The Gently Used Human with Dr. Scott Lyons

By: Dr. Scott Lyons
  • Summary

  • Dr. Scott Lyons and his world renowned guests take us into the delightfully depthful and often hilarious exploration of what it is to be human, to have lived life, and come out gently used. From passion to pain, glory to defeat, comedy to drama to trauma, we’ve all been through it. This show unpacks the psychology and humor needed to keep you thriving on the roller coaster of being human.
    Copyright 2025 Dr. Scott Lyons
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Episodes
  • Designing Your Extraordinary Life with Josselyne Herman-Saccio
    Jan 29 2025

    What if you could design a life where you’re truly unmessable with?

    In this episode of The Gently Used Human, Dr. Scott Lyons sits down with the powerhouse of transformation, Josselyne Herman-Saccio, founder of Be Unmessablewith. With over 30 years of experience helping people break through overwhelm and burnout to create lives filled with purpose, Josselyne shares her unique approach to turning vision into action and dreams into reality.

    Together, Dr. Scott and Josselyne explore what it means to take control of your life by shifting from reaction to creation. They discuss practical strategies for honoring your word, building resilience, and finding fulfillment—not by working harder but by designing smarter. Josselyne’s wisdom will inspire you to embrace the chaos of life, harness your inner power, and finally say “yes” to the life you’ve always wanted to create.

    Whether you're a high performer looking for your next breakthrough or someone ready to overcome the pull of procrastination, this episode will leave you empowered to take action, no matter where you are in your journey.

    Topics We Break Down

    • Why overwhelm happens—and how to shift back into creation mode
    • The power of vision: How to create it, live it, and keep it alive
    • Breaking free from the myth of “motivation” and leaning into action
    • The secret to working less while achieving more: Delegation and design
    • How to honor your word, even when things don’t go as planned
    • Practical tools to transition from reacting to creating in every moment
    • How to use promises as a tool for transformation and empowerment

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    56 mins
  • Beyond the Myth of Normal with Dr. Gabor Maté
    Jan 22 2025

    In this transformative episode of The Gently Used Human Podcast, Dr. Scott Lyons is joined by the extraordinary Dr. Gabor Maté, a celebrated physician, speaker, and bestselling author whose groundbreaking work has reshaped how we understand addiction, trauma, and chronic illness. With over four decades of clinical experience, Gabor is renowned for his compassionate exploration of the mind-body connection and the profound ways stress and trauma manifest in our lives. His bestselling books, including The Myth of Normal and In the Realm of Hungry Ghosts, have inspired countless individuals to embrace healing through reconnection with their authentic selves.

    Together, Scott and Gabor explore the hidden costs of disconnection, the survival mechanisms we develop in response to early trauma, and how those patterns shape everything from our identities to our health. Listeners will learn about the dynamic nature of the brain, the powerful role of curiosity and compassion in healing, and practical ways to notice where we’re not being true to ourselves. This episode is an invitation to uncover the unity of mind and body and discover what it means to come home to oneself.

    Topics We Break Down:
    • The profound impact of disconnection on our mental and physical health
    • Understanding trauma as a loss of connection with oneself
    • The survival mechanisms we adopt to protect ourselves—and how they shape our identities
    • How addiction, ADHD, and chronic illness are rooted in early life experiences
    • The dynamic nature of the brain and its capacity for healing and change
    • The healing power of curiosity, compassion, and connection
    • How societal norms and the medical system overlook the unity of mind and body
    • Practical steps to notice where we’re not being ourselves and move toward wholeness

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    44 mins
  • Embracing The Quiet with Elaine Glass
    Jan 15 2025

    Have you ever felt like life is an endless cycle of noise and distraction, leaving no room for stillness? What if the silence we avoid holds the key to profound healing and transformation? How might embracing the quiet spaces between moments change everything?

    In this episode of The Gently Used Human, Dr. Scott Lyons welcomes Elaine Glass to explore the transformative power of intentional silence. After escaping a 13-year toxic marriage that left her health deteriorating, Elaine found healing and purpose through the ancient practice of labyrinth walking. She shares how this sacred tool inspired her to create The Get Quiet Way, a powerful method for creating space, reconnecting with the soul, and reclaiming inner peace.

    Elaine's journey from chaos to clarity provides listeners with practical insights into nurturing the body, clearing the mind, and cultivating a healthier relationship with oneself. Her reflections and actionable strategies invite us to pause, listen deeply, and move forward with intention.

    Topics We Break Down:

    • The transformative journey from survival mode to soul alignment
    • The power of intentional silence and meditative walking
    • Understanding the three ways we spend our time (in-person, digital, and with ourselves)
    • The seven energy paths to reconnecting with your authentic self
    • The importance of creating a healthy state of being to co-create with our purpose
    • The ancient wisdom of labyrinth walking as a tool for spiritual growth

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    48 mins

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