In this conversation, Pete and Melissa discuss the concept of losing innocence and how childhood trauma can impact one's sense of self. Melissa shares her experiences of severe neglect and sexual abuse, which prevented her from ever feeling innocent. She explains how she is now working to reclaim her innocence by prioritizing her own needs and seeking joy and peace. They also discuss the influence of past programming and how it can trigger certain emotions and thought patterns. Melissa emphasizes the importance of feeling and processing emotions rather than intellectualizing them. The conversation covers topics such as sneaking contraband into prison, the impact of past trauma on mental health, the desire for connection with deceased loved ones, the role of empathy in navigating tough environments, the use of negative emotions as motivators, and the importance of self-care and personal growth. In this final part of the conversation, Malisa discusses her experience with ADHD medication and her journey towards healing and self-love. She emphasizes the importance of healing ourselves before we can heal others and encourages others to understand their core wounds and beliefs. Malisa also shares her message of pursuing passion and purpose in life and not wasting time on things that don't align with our dreams. The conversation ends with a lighthearted story about Pete's father and crying, highlighting the importance of vulnerability and emotional connection.

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