Articulated Illustration
Articulated Illustration is a perspective-driven podcast about life, discipline, purpose, and personal growth.
Hosted by Dwane Richardson Sr., each episode breaks down everyday struggles, internal battles, and defining moments—helping you see familiar situations from unexpected angles. Through honest reflection and thoughtful storytelling, this podcast focuses on clarity over hype and progress over perfection.
Whether you’re rebuilding, refocusing, or simply trying to move forward with intention, Articulated Illustration is designed to help you think deeper, stay grounded, and do what’s absolutely necessary—every day.
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Articulated Illustration
MENTAL MUGGING EP-3
Episode Description – Mental Mugging
What if the most dangerous attacks you face never come from the outside?
In this episode of Articulated Illustration, Dwane Richardson Sr. breaks down the concept of mental mugging—those unseen moments when your own thoughts jump you in the dark.
No warning. No witnesses. Just doubt, fear, regret, and self-criticism taking what they want from your confidence, your focus, and your peace.
Mental mugging doesn’t leave visible bruises—but it steals clarity, momentum, and belief.
It convinces you you’re behind.
That you missed your moment.
That you’re not enough yet… or maybe never will be.
This episode explores:
- How negative thought patterns ambush you when you’re tired, isolated, or transitioning
- Why your mind often becomes the most dangerous neighborhood you walk through
- The subtle difference between self-reflection and self-attack
- How to recognize when your thoughts are robbing you instead of protecting you
This isn’t about pretending everything is fine.
It’s about learning how to identify the threat, reclaim your ground, and move forward without letting your mind take you hostage.
Because the real fight isn’t always out there.
Sometimes it’s happening silently—inside you.