Biohacking and the Soul: Strength, Trauma, and Spiritual Bodybuilding with Nahum Vizakis

This is one of those conversations that stays with you.In this episode, I sit down with Nahum Vizakis—combat veteran, bodybuilder, and healer—whose journey spans trauma, identity loss, nervous system overwhelm, and a deep dive into both physical and spiritual transformation.We explore what it actually means to “build” yourself… not just physically, but emotionally, neurologically, and spiritually.We talk about: How early trauma and lack of safety shape the nervous system  The role of fear and how it can become a compass instead of something to avoid  The intersection of biohacking and nervous system regulation  Spiritual experiences, embodiment, and the importance of integration  What “spiritual bodybuilding” really means (and what it doesn’t) We also begin to unpack the ideas behind his book, The Biohacker’s Guide to Spiritual Bodybuilding—a framework that blends physical training, nervous system work, and inner transformation.This conversation opens a lot of doors… and we’re not done.We’ll be bringing Nahum back for a follow-up episode focused more deeply on the book—and we want to include your questions.💬 Call for Questions What are you curious about?After listening, what questions came up for you?We’re especially interested in exploring: What does “spiritual bodybuilding” actually look like in real life?  Where is the line between growth and pushing too hard?  How do you work with fear without overwhelming your system?  Can biohacking support healing—or can it become another form of control?  How do we integrate intense experiences (physical or spiritual) in a grounded way? Send your questions to me at thespirituallycurioustherapist.comYou can learn more about Nahum here:IG: Spiritual_Bodybuilder Youtube: Spiritual Bodybuilder Tiktok: Spiritual BodybuilderWebsite: www.optimizinghuman.comShare what resonated for youThank you for listening to the Spiritually Curious Therapist Podcast.  If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, share, and leave a review - it helps us grow and reach more listeners!Until next time.  Stay Curious.You can find Jodi Silverman, LCSW atwww.therachihealing.comwww.journeywithkindredsouls.comFollow me on Socials:TikTok @spiritcurioustherapistInstagram @therachihealingFacebook @TheraChi HealingStay up to date on our offerings by joining our newsletter hereAre you interested in learning more about Reiki Assisted Psychotherapy?Join our facebook group atwww.facebook.com/groups/psychotherapeuticreikiforcliniciansAre you a mental health professional with a spiritual edge and have something to share?  Complete this form to apply to be on the podcast