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The Chi Codes

The Chi Codes

Written by: Thomas Dockstader
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 The Chi Codes podcast is an exploration of personal growth, healing, and self-discovery, hosted by Thomas Dockstader. It delves deeply into topics such as overcoming addiction, understanding generational trauma, and the journey toward inner peace and self-love. The podcast shares insights and reflections from Dockstader's transformative experiences, including his struggles with alcoholism, the use of psychedelics, and profound realizations during an Ayahuasca retreat. Each episode encourages listeners to reflect on their own lives, understand the impact of their past, and envision meaningful changes for their future. It's not just about telling a story but about offering guidance for others on their paths to healing and self-discovery.Thomas Dockstader Self-Help Success
Episodes
  • 26. Found, Not Defined: Jason ‘The Modern Dad’ Dunnigan on Owning His Story

    26. Found, Not Defined: Jason ‘The Modern Dad’ Dunnigan on Owning His Story
    Aug 25 2025
    I sit down with creator and father Jason Dunnigan, known as The Modern Dad, to trace his journey from an adoption story and years of bullying to a grounded sense of identity and self-worth. Jason opens up about what it took to stop chasing approval, start trusting his own voice, and share it with the world.

    We explore how he turned painful labels into fuel for service, how he set boundaries around online life while staying authentic, and the practices that keep him centered as a partner and parent. Jason talks candidly about belonging and the moment he chose to define himself from the inside out rather than by anyone else’s script.

    Listeners will hear practical advice on reframing origin stories, building resilience through self-compassion, and creating content that helps others feel seen. If you have ever carried shame from your past or wondered how to show up online without losing yourself, Jason’s path proves that courage, consistency, and heart can turn old wounds into a platform for good.
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    46 mins
  • 25. Cutting Through Adversity: Matthew Campbell on Turning One Barber Chair into a Community Hub

    25. Cutting Through Adversity: Matthew Campbell on Turning One Barber Chair into a Community Hub
    Jul 28 2025
    Episode 25: I sit down with master barber and entrepreneur Matthew Campbell, mapping his journey from a small-town childhood in Utah to owning several bustling barbershops. He walks us through the long nights of self-taught marketing, the moments he nearly lost everything during economic downturns, and the mindset shift that helped him transform setbacks into stepping-stones for growth.

    We explore how Matthew kept his family afloat while scaling to multiple locations, the leadership lessons he learned mentoring new barbers, and his commitment to making every shop a safe space for conversation and community. Matthew shares candid stories about balancing fatherhood with business expansion, and the mental health practices that keep his creative edge sharp.

    Listeners will hear practical advice on bootstrapping a dream, building a brand rooted in authenticity, and creating opportunities for others even when resources feel scarce. Whether you’re a budding entrepreneur or chasing a fresh start in any field, Matthew’s story proves that steady hands, a clear vision, and unwavering grit can turn a single chair into a movement.
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    56 mins
  • 24. Rebuilding After Exile, Part Two: John Rohbock on Forgiveness, Family, and a Future of His Own

    24. Rebuilding After Exile, Part Two: John Rohbock on Forgiveness, Family, and a Future of His Own
    Jun 23 2025
    Episode 24: I sit down once again with John Rohbock, picking up the thread of his journey after excommunication from the FLDS church. John reflects on the years that followed our first conversation, sharing how he confronted lingering anger, rebuilt fragile family ties, and found room in his heart for forgiveness without erasing the past. He describes the awkward first reunions with siblings, the hard-won peace that came from naming his grief, and the practical rituals—journaling, service, and daily self-inquiry—that grounded him when old doubts resurfaced.

    Together we explore how John’s search for belonging evolved into a life of intentional community and purpose. He explains the difference between forgiving and reconciling, reveals how he raises his children with openness after growing up in secrecy, and offers candid advice for anyone feeling cut adrift by circumstances beyond their control. If Episode 22 moved you, this follow-up goes deeper, showing resilience maturing into wisdom and purpose growing into a future John once thought impossible.
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    1 hr and 2 mins
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