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Identity · 8 min read
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Psychology, neuroscience, philosophy, and conversations about what it means to be human.
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Psychology · identity · human change
Become who you are, beyond who you've been taught to be.
Exploring the psychology, neuroscience, and philosophy of what makes us who we are—and how we change.
Based in Milwaukee · Thinking out loud
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The philosophy
You don't have to hate yourself to change yourself.
So much of our lives is shaped by beliefs we never consciously chose, expectations we learned to meet, and stories we came to accept about who we are.
Understanding those patterns can open the door to a different way of living.
Explore the philosophy ↗The ideas
What shapes
who we become?
A growing collection of questions, research, and reflections for understanding yourself a little more clearly.
01Identity & beliefsThe stories we inherit—and the ones we can revise.02Emotions & self-acceptanceMaking room for the full range of being human.03Attachment & relationshipsHow connection shapes the way we see ourselves.04Neuroscience & behaviorWhat the brain can teach us about meaningful change.05Social psychologyThe invisible forces shaping modern life.06Philosophy & meaningQuestions that stay with us, in the best way.
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Curious about what makes us human.
I'm Will—a psychology and neuroscience student, hypnotherapy trainee, and creator trying to make the inner world a little less mysterious.
My work sits at the intersection of research and real life: the beliefs we carry, the emotions we avoid, and the small, brave ways we learn to meet ourselves differently.
Get to know Will ↗Psychology & neuroscienceHypnotherapy traineeUnWired podcast
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Education & credentials
Learning in
public.
A clear record of ongoing academic study, professional training, and completed continuing education.
Education
University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee
Undergraduate Studies in Psychology & Neuroscience
Status: In ProgressHypnosis Motivation Institute (HMI)
Clinical Hypnotherapy Diploma Program
Status: In ProgressCertifications & additional training
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
American Hypnosis Association
Completed August 4, 2026 · 10 hours of continuing educationKappasinian Hypnosis
American Hypnosis Association
Completed August 25, 2026 · 2 hours of continuing educationThese certificates represent continuing education and training. They do not constitute professional mental-health licensure.
Hypnotherapy
Explore a different approach to personal change.
Hypnosis is an approach involving focused attention and responsiveness to suggestion. Learn about the process, my professional training, and how I'm developing my approach to supporting personal growth.
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Stay curious.
Keep becoming.
Follow along for conversations, ideas, and insights into psychology and human change.