Why We Get Fooled: Shifting Our View on Scams and Scammers
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Why is it important to separate your identity from your experience
after you’ve been scammed? In this episode, Tamara Michèle sits down
with Deb Andrew a Life and Wellness Coach and co-founder of Altruistic
Coach. They explore how emotional recovery, mindset shifts, and
self-compassion are essential tools in rebuilding confidence and staying
resilient against future scams.
They unpack how scammers exploit not just your trust but your
identity—using urgency, fear, and hope to break down your defenses. Deb
explains why separating your self-worth from your experience is crucial
after being scammed, and how re-framing failure can protect you from
repeat victimization.
This episode isn’t just for scam victims—it’s for anyone who wants to
become more emotionally resilient in an ever-changing world. You’ll
learn how to spot emotional manipulation, rebuild confidence, and
support loved ones who may be too ashamed to speak up.
Learn How:
✅ Scammers exploit emotional vulnerability, not intelligence
✅ Mental fitness helps you respond, not just react, after being
scammed
✅ Shame can keep victims silent—and how to break that silence
✅ Re-framing your experience helps protect your identity and
self-worth
✅ Empathy builds resilience and helps others heal too
✅ Talking openly about scams reduces stigma and increases awareness
References:
🧠 Altruistic Coach 📊 https://altruisticcoach.com/
🏡 Living Skies Lodge 🛏️ https://livingskieslodge.com/
🐶 Second Family Dog Lodge 🐾 https://secondfamilydoglodge.com/
Warren Barry Instinctive Solutions
https://www.youtube.com/@UCCRvyDP9c5RuZtbvY04fWig
Brené Brown https://brenebrown.com/
Podcast Host Tamara Michéle
This is not a paid endorsement. Guest opinions are their own.
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