

The Neuro's Journey
Steve Sapourn
The Neuro's Journey is about the raw courage it takes to face ourselves, our wounds, our patterns, our truth, and transform into who we're meant to be. Host Steve Sapourn, a former hedge fund manager and crack addict who survived a childhood marked by sexual abuse, gun violence, and domestic violence, rebuilt his life through neuroscience-based healing and psychedelic-assisted therapy.Now he brings you raw, real conversations about trauma, recovery, and transformation. Through his own story and insights from leading experts, Steve explores how our past shapes us and how we can actively reshape our future. Each episode offers practical wisdom for understanding your emotions, calming your nervous system, and reconnecting with your purpose. This isn't about quick fixes or empty promises, it's about real change, grounded in both science and lived experience. Rewire your brain. Rewrite your story.
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Nov 19, 2025 • 1h 4min
1. I Was Sexually Abused at Six, He Said He'd Kill Me If I Told
In this first episode of The Neuro’s Journey, Steve shares the real story behind the podcast. Guided by Samantha Warren, he talks openly about childhood trauma, addiction, and the years he spent hiding his pain behind achievement. He explains what pushed him to finally change and how his healing began. Steve describes the turning point that shifted his entire path and why he chose to rebuild his life in his fifties. This conversation introduces the heart of the series. It shows that trauma can be healed, identity can evolve, and transformation is possible at any age. It also reminds listeners that honesty, support, and curiosity can lead to a completely different life.He explains:⬛ Trauma is an injury that can be healed, not a permanent identity.⬛ Speaking the truth begins to release long-held pain.⬛ Addiction often starts as a way to cope with overwhelming internal stress.⬛ Deep healing and transformation can happen later in life with the right support.⬛ Regulating the nervous system creates more presence, connection, and emotional freedom.Chapters:00:00 Introduction to The Neuro's Journey02:43 Steve's Transformation and Healing Journey05:37 The Impact of Trauma on Identity08:19 The Power of Storytelling in Healing11:23 Childhood Environment and Early Trauma13:58 Defining Traumatic Moments16:39 Coping Mechanisms and Escaping Reality19:38 Turning Point: A New Perspective on Life22:45 Embracing Change and Finding Purpose29:09 The Call to Listen29:53 Removing the Armor32:11 Frameworks for Healing34:56 Embodiment and Connection37:27 The Shift from Ego to Heart41:13 Transforming Relationships45:44 Healing Lineages50:10 The Ongoing Journey54:47 Vision for the FutureAbout SteveSteve is a longtime entrepreneur and former finance professional who built significant external success while battling the hidden impact of severe childhood trauma and addiction. After years of intensive healing work including somatic therapies, psychedelic-assisted processes, and brain-based interventions he experienced a profound internal shift that reoriented his life toward service, storytelling and mental health.Through The Neuro’s Journey, Steve shares his own ongoing process and amplifies the voices of others on the path of honest, evidence-informed and heart-led transformation.Follow Steve: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theneurosjourney/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theneurosjourneyAbout SamanthaSamantha Warren is a Public Speaker, Podcast Host and teaches impact driven coaches, podcasters and entrepreneurs how to confidently share their story, spread their message, get on stages, make more money and make a name for themselves. Follow Samantha:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thesamanthawarrenTiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@voiceandvisibility

Nov 19, 2025 • 1h 53min
2. $40 Billion Empire & Still Felt Like a Fraud with Omani Carson
In this episode of The Neuro’s Journey, Steve sits down with Omani Carson to explore the powerful transformation that shaped his life and mission. Once living the outward dream as the founder of a multi-billion dollar company, Omani opens up about the trauma, fear and emptiness that fueled his drive. He shares how therapy, psychedelic medicine and deep inner work shifted him from a survival-based identity to a life grounded in purpose and love.Together, Steve and Omani trace the roots of childhood trauma, high achievement, addiction, and the pursuit of worth to reveal what true healing can look like. Recorded at the Carson Healing Ranch, this conversation captures the rebirth of a man who completely rewired his operating system. It shows how trauma can be healed, identity can evolve and a more conscious life can begin at any age. It also invites listeners to consider how support, honesty, and spiritual connection can transform pain into purpose.He explains:⬛ Childhood trauma created an internal system based on fear and scarcity, and awareness is the first step toward change.⬛ Guided therapy and psychedelic experiences opened him to love, connection, and a deeper consciousness.⬛ Releasing control and ego helped Carson Group grow with leaders aligned in purpose rather than profit.⬛ Moving from mistrust to trust strengthened relationships and expanded his impact.⬛ Healing is not a single moment but a lifelong practice supported by integration, intention, and community.⬛ His mission now is to harmonize humanity and nature through OMIA, creating sanctuaries for healing and connection.⬛ Transforming personal wounds supports healing on a collective level.About SteveSteve is a longtime entrepreneur and former finance professional who built significant external success while battling the hidden impact of severe childhood trauma and addiction. After years of intensive healing work including somatic therapies, psychedelic-assisted processes, and brain-based interventions he experienced a profound internal shift that reoriented his life toward service, storytelling and mental health.Through The Neuro’s Journey, Steve shares his own ongoing process and amplifies the voices of others on the path of honest, evidence-informed and heart-led transformation.Follow Steve: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theneurosjourney/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theneurosjourneyAbout Omani:Formerly known as Ron Carson, Omani is the founder of the Carson Group, one of the largest independent wealth management firms in the United States. After decades of outward success and inner emptiness, his journey through deep therapy, plant medicine, and spiritual awakening transformed his life and mission. Today, he leads OMIA, a conscious community devoted to harmonizing humanity with nature and hosts transformational gatherings at the Carson Healing Ranch.Follow Omani:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/omanirosecarson/Website: https://www.carsongroup.com/


