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Manna-Fest is the weekly Television Program of Perry Stone that deals with in-depth prophetic and practical studies of the Word of God. As Biblical Prophecy continues to unfold, you will find Manna-Fest with Perry Stone to be a resource to help you better understand where we are now in light of Bible Prophecy and what the Bible says about the future. Be sure to tune in each week!
In this episode of the Agents of Recovery Podcast, Coach Blu and Wendell take a deeper look at the complex and often misunderstood world of behavioral addiction, with a focus on pornography addiction. The conversation explores the neuroscience behind addictive behaviors, explaining how the brain's reward system can become conditioned and why certain triggers can lead to compulsive acting-out patterns. We also discuss the emotional and environmental factors that fuel the cycle of addiction, along with practical tools and strategies that support long-term recovery. This episode offers insight, understanding, and hope for anyone seeking to better understand behavioral addiction and the path toward healing.Chapters00:00 Understanding Behavioral Addiction01:20 The Nature of Pornography Addiction07:03 The Cycle of Addiction and Its Consequences13:33 The Role of Shame in Addiction19:06 Breaking the Cycle: Pumping the Brakes on Addiction21:52 The Comfort of Addiction24:55 Understanding Emotional Triggers27:30 The Challenge of Behavioral Addictions31:16 The Mind's Addiction36:04 Evidence-Based Recovery Strategies43:01 The Journey to Self-Discovery resourcesAddict Athlete Program - https://addictathlete.comHusband Material Program - https://husbandmaterial.comThe Sex Talk I Never Had by Sam Jolman - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0C7F4XYZNeuroscience of Addiction - Scientific Articles - https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.govTherapy and Support Resources - https://schoolplatform.com:::
Amazon: Tune in to Amazon Prime's Scarpetta https://https://www.amazon.com/gp/video/detail/B0GGMF3LTF/ref=atv_sr_fle_c_src13fdd_1_1_1?sr=1-1&pageTypeIdSource=ASIN&pageTypeId=B0GGP1W274 a thriller and family drama that will leave you on the edge of your seat!DOSE: Give your liver the support it needs https://www.dosedaily.co/milehigher to get started today with 35% OFF your first month!Tushy: Feel your cleanest, click on https://www.hellotushy.com/milehigher and get 10% OFF your first bidet order!RocketMoney: Take control of your financial future! Visit https://www.rocketmoney.com/milehigher and start saving!Intro 0:00Jeff's Early Life 10:58The Nicest Thief Ever? 13:38How He Got Caught... The First Time 20:46The Great Escape 31:15A Ghost in Toy's R Us? 36:57Take me to Church 50:02Can't Help Falling in Love 52:21Hubris or Addiction? 58:57Escalation 1:04:17The Second Conviction 1:09:56Is Jeff a Bad Guy? 1:19:53Final Thoughts & Outro 1:32:48Mile Higher Media website: https://milehigher.com/ Higher Hope Foundation: https://www.higherhope.org/ Mile Higher Merch: milehighermerch.comCheck out our other podcasts!The Sesh https://bit.ly/3Mtoz4XLights Out https://bit.ly/3n3GaoePlanet Sleep https://linktr.ee/planetsleepJoin our official FB group! https://bit.ly/3kQbAxgMHP YouTube: http://bit.ly/2qaDWGfAre You Subscribed On Apple Podcast & Spotify?!Support MHP by leaving a rating or review on Apple Podcast :) https://apple.co/2H4kh58MHP Topic Request Form: https://forms.gle/gUeTEzL9QEh4Hqz88You can follow us on all the things: @milehigherpodInstagram: http://www.instagram.com/milehigherpodYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MileHigherHosts:Kendall: @kendallraeonytIG: http://instagram.com/kendallraeonytYT: https://www.youtube.com/c/kendallsplaceJosh: @milehigherjoshIG: http://www.instagram.com/milehigherjoshProducers:Janelle: @janelle_fields_IG: https://www.instagram.com/janelle_fields_/Ian: @ifarmeIG: https://www.instagram.com/ifarme/Tom: @cinematomgrapherIG: https://www.instagram.com/cinematomgrapher/Podcast sponsor inquiries: adops@audioboom.com✉ Send Us Mail ✉Kendall Rae & Josh Thomas 8547 E Arapahoe Rd Ste J # 233Greenwood Village, CO 80112Music By: Mile Higher BoysYT: https://bit.ly/2Q7N5QOSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/0F4ik...Sources: https://pastebin.com/kYXy40ErThe creator hosts a documentary series for educational purposes (EDSA). These include authoritative sources such as interviews, newspaper articles, and TV news reporting meant to educate and memorialize notable cases in our history. Videos come with an editorial and artistic value.
In episode 2021, Jack and Miles are joined by comedian, Beth Stelling, to discuss… Welcome Back To 2002! Trump Playing 4D Checkers Baby With Save Act, Chinese Business Leaders Mocking Prayers Around Trump, Erika Kirk Joins U.S. Air Force Academy Board, One Of The Manosphere’s Favorite Anti-Porn Apps Has A “Major Security Flaw” and more! Sen. Roger Marshall on high gas prices: "Freedom is not free. Americans are gonna have to make some sacrifices." Nuclear experts undercut White House claims about Iran reactor at heart of case for war Donald Trump targets trans kids while abandoning Americans’ real needs around affordability Meanwhile in China, the viral White House prayer scene has turned into a full-blown social media trend. Trump names Erika Kirk to key advisory board of US Air Force Academy Erika Kirk's Quiet Government Appointment Sparks Backlash: 'What Even Are Her Qualifications?' Plans to honor Charlie Kirk at Air Force Academy Association meeting withdrawn Trump Appoints Man Fearful of Black Pilots to Air Force Academy Advisory Board Mike Johnson Admits He and His Son Monitor Each Other’s Porn Intake in Resurfaced Video Viral anti-masturbation app exposed sensitive user data Gen Z Guys Want to Quit Watching Porn. These Companies Are Ready to Help. The Gen-Z Founders Trying to Get Guys to Stop Watching Porn Masturbation abstinence is popular online. Doctors and therapists are worried Viral 'Quittr' Porn Addiction App Exposed the Masturbation Habits of Hundreds of Thousands of Users LISTEN: Mindfulness by C Y G NSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Kankelfritz & Friends chat with author Caroline Beidler about how not to feel shameful for seeking help with addiction and how to talk with those who struggle with it. Also, how one mom was suddenly woken up at 3am by a loud noise and it was not what she expected.
Addiction is often misunderstood, surrounded by stigma, and deeply complex. In this episode, Joseph and Paula are reflecting on their professional and personal experiences to shed light on the realities of addiction—what it is, what it isn't, and how we can better support those affected by it.Join us as we discuss:The facts about addiction and why it is not just about willpowerThe common misconceptions about addictionThe impact addiction has on the individual and their loved onesEffective treatment approaches Some of the pathways to recovery How to offer support without enabling Whether you or someone you love has been affected by addiction, or you simply want to understand it better, this episode is for you. Tune in for an open and compassionate conversation that challenges myths and encourages healing.Listen now, and don't forget to subscribe and share—this is a conversation that could change lives!Questions? If you have a question, you would like Joseph and Paula to answer during an episode of Questions for Counselors, feel free to reach out through the website atwww.lifelivedbetter.net or email them directly at Info@lifelivedbetter.net You can find information about this and other episodes on the website: www.lifelivedbetter.net Just a reminder - anything shared by the pair during this and all other episodes is based on personal experiences and opinions. It is not to be viewed as professional counseling or advice and is solely the opinion of the individual and does not represent their employers or profession. We would love for you to rate our show and tell others about us. And remember, Knowledge leads to a Life Lived Better.Sources used in the development of this episode include:The Top 10 Things You Need to Know About Addiction - Self RecoverySubstance Use Statistics Sources NIH: Global Burden of Drug use disorder SAMHSA's Statistics about Addiction in the USAThe Economist World Report 2024World Health Organization Reports Over 3 million annual deaths related to addiction Worldwide Treatment versus Need for Treatment
In this powerful episode of the Kreatures of Habit Podcast, Michael Chernow sits down with psychologist, author, and addiction expert Dr. Adi Jaffe for a raw conversation about trauma, fear, shame, addiction, and the discipline required to heal and reclaim your life.The discussion begins with Michael sharing his experience of childhood sexual abuse and the shame that followed, opening the door to a deeper exploration of how hidden pain, fear, and secrets often fuel addiction and compulsive behavior. Dr. Jaffe explains why bringing darkness into the light can create relief, how belief systems shape our experience of life, and why identity labels like “I am anxious” can reinforce suffering.Together they explore the psychology of fear versus joy, the power of discipline as a free tool for building confidence and boundaries, and how shifting from scarcity to abundance can fundamentally change how we approach life and recovery. Dr. Jaffe also shares his own story—from addiction and jail to a life-changing motorcycle accident that forced him to confront deeper truths about purpose and healing.The conversation also dives into themes from his book Unhooked, which examines the deeper emotional hooks behind addiction trauma, fear, shame, and feelings of worthlessness and how understanding these patterns can lead to real transformation.This episode is a vulnerable and thought-provoking exploration of healing, accountability, and the courage it takes to own your story.If you're navigating trauma, addiction recovery, or personal growth, this conversation offers powerful insights, perspective, and hope.#AddictionRecovery #TraumaHealing #MentalHealthTIMESTAMPS00:00 Why Speak Up01:37 Sharing Darkness04:08 Fear Shame Secrets06:02 Fear Versus Joy08:33 Balance Hustle Culture11:05 Obsession Or Passion14:00 Discipline Builds Confidence18:40 Jail And Owning Reality20:08 Beliefs Shape Life27:57 Scarcity To Abundance32:10 Value Over Scarcity33:49 Optimism As A Practice34:57 Sobriety And Discipline36:55 Rose Colored Research38:22 Motorcycle Crash Turning Point40:54 Facing Pain And Fear42:13 Sharing Abuse And Shame45:28 Grooming And Realization48:28 Trust Barriers With Men53:32 Fear Journaling Exercise58:30 Marriage Discipline And Repair01:02:15 Best And Worst Decisions01:04:38 Unhooked Book And Farewell
Dr. Jason Giles was not going to be an alcoholic for a very specific reason–his dad was an alcoholic and made him feel inadequate. He didn't go down that road, but becoming a doctor in the field of anesthesia gave him access to something else: fentanyl. In a major plot twist, what started as his own personal recovery turned into a passion for working with addicts. While other doctors don't have to necessarily share in the same plight as their patients, Dr. Giles is convinced that there is something special about him being able to understand where his patients have been as well as them seeing the promise in where the work of recovery could lead. For more from Dr. Giles: Substack- Dr. Jason Giles For More From Sober Coach/Substance Abuse Counselor Max Njist, visit MaxNijst.org
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When someone you love is struggling with addiction, it's easy to lose yourself trying to fix, manage, and prevent the chaos. Over time, the constant effort to keep everything together can quietly cost you your own peace. And when peace disappears, the rest of life can start to unravel. In this seminar, we take a deeper look at how overfunctioning and codependent patterns slowly erode some of our most basic human needs: survival, love and belonging, freedom, control, and even the ability to experience joy. When those needs go unmet for long enough, we often begin coping in unhealthy ways ourselves. In many cases, our brains start mirroring the same stress patterns as the addicted person, leading to anxiety, resentment, emotional exhaustion, and a loss of balance. Addiction is powerful and consuming, but it does not have to take you down with it. This conversation focuses on what sustainable change actually looks like when addiction impacts your family. Whether you are wrestling with boundaries, considering separation, working toward forgiveness, or trying to decide if reconciliation is possible, this episode offers a grounded perspective that prioritizes clarity and long-term stability over empty promises. You will learn why rediscovering yourself is not selfish. In fact, it may be the most important step toward restoring peace in your life. If you are tired of living in survival mode and ready to reclaim your balance, this seminar will help you start finding your way back to yourself. Learn more:https://www.familyrecoveryacademy.online/beyond-boundaries-1https://www.familyrecoveryacademy.online/hff-membershiphttps://www.familyrecoveryacademy.online/consultations
Join Lil' Lo and Big Shot Shae as they discuss Dominion Energy and other power providers raising the bills to outrageous rates, signs you or your friend might just be addicted to drama, people getting into Industry on HBO Max, postnut clarity vs prenut delusion, and more! Follow Our Hosts:@lilloworldwide @bigshotshae@letmestayfocused **DISCLAIMER: THIS IS A COMEDIC PODCAST** Scenarios and responses from this show should be taken with a grain of salt. In other words, this is all a joke. Unless otherwise noted, any similarity to actual persons, living or dead, or actual events, is purely coincidental.Timestamps:0:00 - Intro and Updates8:38 - What We're Watching10:54 - Honorable Mention12:51 - Hotep of the Week19:23 - Lyrics and Lessons25:10 - Let Me Stay Focused43:40 - Advice from the Internet
Dans cette troisième et dernière partie, Justine Audoin parle d'équilibre. Celui qu'on cherche, qu'on perd, et qu'on apprend à construire.Elle revient d'abord sur les années d'hyperactivité qui ont suivi la détention. Une soif d'apprendre qui l'a amenée à enchaîner les ouvertures, cumuler les postes, travailler sans jours de repos. C'est une période fondatrice, épuisante et marquée par ses travers : l'addiction au travail, l'alcool après les services, la fragilité psychologique.Justine parle ensuite de ses apprentissages au Galopin, à Ajar, Gramme, mais aussi lors des résidences ou en consulting. Une carrière plurielle, difficile à résumer, construite par l'accumulation et la curiosité. Et petit à petit, la légitimité s'installe, gagnée à force de faire.Il y a aussi les Beaux Mets, ce restaurant marseillais qui emploie des détenus des Baumettes, où elle est intervenue parce que cela avait du sens. Un engagement qui fait écho à son propre passé carcéral qu'elle ne renie pas.La Corse, enfin, comme un tournant. Un retour au produit brut, au four à bois, au pain au levain. Un ralentissement nécessaire qui lui a donné envie de changer de rythme et de peut-être quitter Paris pour le Pays Basque.Une troisième partie sur une cheffe qui apprend enfin à ne pas se détruire pour avancer.Pour découvrir l'univers de Justine, passez découvrir Chez Clo !Cet épisode existe grâce au soutien de notre partenaire LightSpeed, une solution ultra efficace pour les professionnels qu'on vous invite à découvrir ici !
Zach sits down with Pete and Tasha, a couple whose relationship was forged in the middle of some of life's hardest realities: addiction, cancer, caregiving, recovery, and the challenge of staying connected when survival itself becomes the focus. Pete and Tasha met in Boulder after years of each pursuing health and healing in different ways. Tasha had already devoted much of her life to recovery from eating disorders, addiction, and chronic illness, and she knew she wanted a partner who was committed to that same path. Pete initially appeared to be on that path too, but as their relationship deepened, more of his struggle with addiction surfaced. Then, shortly after getting engaged, everything escalated: Pete began experiencing severe symptoms and was ultimately diagnosed with a life-threatening tumor in his mediastinum, wrapped around his trachea and pressing against his heart and lungs. What follows is not just a story about illness. It's a story about what happens to a couple when one person becomes “the patient” and the other becomes “the caregiver,” and how hard it is to keep that dynamic from hardening into resentment, overfunctioning, codependence, and loss of reciprocity. Pete talks about how cancer forced him to confront not only his physical condition but the deeper patterns underneath his addiction and lifestyle. Tasha reflects on the toll of supporting him through treatment while also trying not to lose herself in fixing, managing, and carrying too much. Together, they explore what it means to heal in relationship: how trust gets rebuilt after dishonesty, how accountability has to become daily practice, and how love matures when both people are willing to face their own patterns. They describe practical tools they now use—like regular honesty check-ins, weekly date nights, therapy, and explicit conversations about support, food, recovery, and emotional responsibility—to keep their relationship from sliding into the old “nagging wife / resentful husband” script. This is a deeply layered conversation about partnership under pressure, and about choosing each other not just in romance, but in recovery, grief, health, and the long work of becoming whole. Key Takeaways Serious illness can expose everything already under strain in a relationship Addiction and cancer may look different, but both can force deep reckoning with identity, pain, and self-responsibility Caregiving can become overfunctioning if couples are not intentional about reciprocity Honesty has to be practiced, not assumed Recovery is not just individual; it reshapes the couple dynamic Love is not enough without accountability, boundaries, and tools Trust can be rebuilt, but it requires repeated truth-telling Healing together means learning how not to collapse into patient/caregiver roles forever Guest Info PetePete is the founder of Evolve Health https://www.evolvvhealth.com, where he supports cancer patients through coaching and resource navigation after his own experience with cancer treatment and recovery. TashaTasha is a therapeutic mentor who works with people recovering from chronic illness, addiction, and eating disorders, helping them better understand their patterns and develop healing tools for a more resilient life. Her practice is Resilient Grace https://www.resilient-grace.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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What if most of what we believe about drugs and addiction is incomplete, or simply wrong? Are our drug policies protecting people, or preventing us from thinking critically about substance […] The post Why Your View of Addiction is Completely Wrong with Dr. Carl Hart | POP 1352 appeared first on How to Start, Grow, and Scale a Private Practice | Practice of the Practice.
The Most Powerful Drug Ever? The GLP-3 Revolution ExplainedWhat if the most powerful drug ever created is already here, and we're not fully prepared to use it correctly?In this episode of the Smart Nutrition Made Simple Show, Ben Brown sits down with Jay Campbell, five-time international best-selling author and leading expert in hormonal optimization, performance enhancement, and longevity science, to unpack the GLP-3 revolution.Jay explains why Retatrutide, the newest GLP drug in development, is already being forecasted as “the greatest drug of all time” — and how it may fundamentally redefine fat loss, metabolic health, and longevity.But this conversation goes deeper than hype.We explore the biomedical revolution unfolding right now, how GLP-1, GLP-2, and GLP-3 drugs actually work, why most people are using them incorrectly, and the difference between strategic microdosing and reckless overdosing.Jay breaks down:• Why Retatrutide could potentially end obesity• Why dosing strategy changes everything• How GLP drugs influence appetite, inflammation, brain signaling, and metabolic pathways• Why foundation matters more than pharmaceuticals• The psychological and physiological implications of long-term use• What the next decade of metabolic medicine may look likeThis is not a surface-level fat loss discussion. It's a conversation about discernment, responsibility, and how to use powerful tools without becoming dependent on them.If GLP-3 truly represents a biomedical revolution, the real question becomes: Are we ready for it?Tune in now to understand the science behind GLP-3, Retatrutide, metabolic optimization, and the future of human performance.Timestamps00:00 – Retatrutide Is GLP-301:12 – “The Greatest Drug of All Time?”03:40 – GLP-1 vs GLP-2 vs GLP-3 Explained07:15 – Appetite Suppression vs Metabolic Rewiring12:20 – The Dosing Problem in Clinical Medicine18:30 – Microdosing vs High Clinical Doses22:45 – Can Retatrutide End Obesity?26:00 – Why Foundation Still Wins: Sleep, Protein, Resistance Training30:10 – Brain Chemistry, Addiction, and GLP Effects34:20 – Biomarkers, Inflammation & Metabolic Health39:50 – Rebound Weight Gain and Microdose Strategy44:30 – The Biomedical Revolution47:10 – Overreach vs Optimization52:00 – Where to Connect with JayConnect with Jay CampbellWebsite: https://jaycampbell.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/jaycampbell333Links & ResourcesConnect with Ben on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bodysystemscoaching/Learn more about Ben's coaching program: www.bodysystems.comSubscribe to the Smart Nutrition Made Simple Show on Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-smart-nutrition-made-simple-show-with-ben-brown/id1244912234Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/4H8vUlwYvKcAXZOv84sFgTYoutube - https://www.youtube.com/@bodysystemscoachingBook Free Nutrition Strategy Call - https://bodysystems.com/free-strategy-call/
In this conversation, host Julie DeNofa sits down with Kathy Posey, Paige Butler, and Kim Robbins, three inspiring women serving on the Montgomery County Overdose Prevention Endeavor Board (M-COPE) Kathy and Kim, Co-Founders of M-COPE, share their personal stories of losing a child to addiction and how, after four moms met through the GRASP grief group ( Grief Recovery After Substance Passing) after losing their children to accidental overdose, they realized the need for spreading awareness around the disease of addiction. Paige also shares her journey through a different perspective of loving a child who is now in recovery from substance use disorder. With their stories, Kathy, Paige, and Kim are now turning their pain into purpose in helping other families heal. The mission at M-COPE is to collaborate with individuals, communities, schools, and organizations to raise awareness about substance use disorder and the alarming rise in overdose and drug-related deaths in Montgomery County and surrounding areas. Their efforts are grounded in four key pillars: education, awareness, prevention, and remembrance. Through this approach, they shine a light on the growing drug crisis, work to end the stigma surrounding substance use, and advocate for those currently in need of support as well as for those who can no longer speak for themselves. Topics Discussed: Advice for parents and families learning to navigate grief after overdose loss The importance of remembering loved ones beyond their addiction Recognizing that everyone grieves differently and giving others more grace Understanding emotional triggers and grief waves after loss Why volunteer-driven organizations play a critical role in community recovery How overdose awareness and prevention efforts are helping communities — CHAPTERS: 00:00 Purpose From Pain - Introduction to MCOPE 03:33 Meet Kathy Posey, Kim Robbins, and Paige Bulter 08:04 What M-Cope is and the Four Pillars: Awareness, Prevention, Education, and Rememberance 11:06 Volunteering, Community Partners, and Supporting Newly Bereaved 15:39 Grief Advice For Families: Connection, Caregiving, Healing, and Support 23:10 Recognizing Grief Waves and Triggers and Finding Joy Again 28:47 Honoring Loved Ones Who Lost Their Lives to Addiction 30:39 The Hope of Recovery 33:52 M-COPE Outreach through Blessing Bags, Narcan Outreach, Scholarships And Community Impact 39:11 Recovery Community Resources — Connect with M-Cope online: Website: https://mcope.org/ Scholarship: https://mcope.org/scholarship/ Volunteer Opportunities: https://mcope.org/support/#volunteer Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/mocope/?ref=share&mibextid=wwXIfr&rdid=SDyLMs2NFChqDsne&share_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fshare%2Fg%2F1DCtwm4WSp%2F%3Fmibextid%3DwwXIfr — Connect with PRC on Social: IG: https://www.instagram.com/positiverecoverycenters FB: https://www.facebook.com/PositiveRecoveryCenters TT: https://www.tiktok.com/@positiverecoverycenter LI: https://www.linkedin.com/company/positiverecoverycenters YT: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4JcDF1gjlYch4V4iBbCgZg Want even more expert insights and support on the recovery journey? Subscribe to our newsletter for inspiration, mental health tips, and community updates—straight to your inbox!
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Plus: How to "turn down the volume" on suffering, how to reframe your problems, and the clinical evidence for "stopping and smelling the roses." Eric Garland, PhD is Endowed Professor in Health Sciences at the T. Denny Sanford Institute for Empathy and Compassion, Professor in the Department of Psychiatry at University of California San Diego (UCSD), and Director of UCSD ONEMIND (Optimized Neuroscience-Enhanced Mindfulness Intervention Design). He has published more than 260 scientific manuscripts and received more than $90 million in research grants to conduct clinical trials of mindfulness for addiction and chronic pain. In this episode we talk about: The three parts of his M.O.R.E. protocol Simple practices for dealing with everyday addictions Mindfulness techniques for dealing with pain What pain actually is How to reframe negative thought patterns Practical tools for regaining a sense of joy in your life And much more Get the 10% with Dan Harris app here Sign up for Dan's free newsletter here Follow Dan on social: Instagram, TikTok Subscribe to our YouTube Channel Additional Resources: Mindfulness-Oriented Recovery Enhancement (MORE) moretherapy.com Mindfulness-Oriented Recovery Enhancement: An Evidence-Based Treatment for Chronic Pain and Opioid Use Mindfulness-Oriented Recovery Enhancement for Addiction, Stress, and Pain To advertise on the show, contact sales@advertisecast.com or visit https://advertising.libsyn.com/10HappierwithDanHarris
Addiction is one of those words that seems obvious until you try to explain it. We tend to fall back on two simple stories. Either addiction is a moral failure or it's a brain disease that robs people of agency entirely. But neither of those stories feels complete. Today's guest is philosopher Hanna Pickard, author of What Would You Do Alone in a Cage With Nothing But Cocaine? Pickard argues that it's a harmful mistake to treat addiction as either sin or sickness. Instead, it's a form of behavior that's shaped by trauma, isolation, identity, social conditions, and often deep psychological pain. Sean and Hanna talk about her theory of addiction and why our society has built the cage that so many people are trying to escape. Host: Sean Illing (@SeanIlling) Guest: Hanna Pickard, author of What Would You Do Alone in a Cage With Nothing But Cocaine? We would love to hear from you. To tell us what you thought of this episode, email us at thegrayarea@vox.com or leave us a voicemail at 1-800-214-5749. Your comments and questions help us make a better show. And you can watch new episodes of The Gray Area on YouTube. New episodes drop every Monday and Friday. Listen to The Gray Area ad-free by becoming a Vox Member: vox.com/members. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
DOPEYWOOD 2026 Tickets! https://www.showclix.com/event/dopeywood-2026 Ad free Dopey - www.patreon.com/dopeypodcast This week on the Total Dopey Replay we go way back to Episode 17 with the great Joe Schrank. Me, Chris and Joe get into addiction policy, sober living, relapse, harm reduction, AA, and whether Dopey is actually bad for the recovery community. It gets smart, stupid, and very old school Dopey. Plus Joe tells an all-time disgusting story about getting hammered at USC and puking Cajun curly fries all over some poor girl. If you like early Dopey with me and Chris figuring it out in real time, this is a good one. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
In this episode, Duane Osterlind sits down with Dr. Alexandra Katehakis, founder of the Center for Healthy Sex, to explore the complex relationship between shame, affect dysregulation, and addiction. Dr. Katehakis breaks down why shame isn't just a "bad feeling" but a survival-based biological process rooted in our nervous system and early childhood development.Key Highlights1. What is Shame? (The Gut Connection)Shame is a pro-social function embedded in the human organism from birth. Unlike many other emotions, shame is primarily located in the enteric nervous system (the gut).The Biology: When we experience shame, we feel a visceral "drop." This is a rapid shift from a high-dopamine state (joy or excitement) to a low-dopamine state (collapse).The "No" Moment: Around 18 months, a child experiences the "genesis of shame" when a parent must use a firm "No" to protect them. In a healthy relationship, this is a temporary state.2. Rupture and Repair: The Building Blocks of ResilienceHealthy Dyad: A parent shames a child (rupture) but immediately follows up with soothing and "motherese" (repair). This teaches the child's nervous system how to regulate itself.Toxic Shame: When shaming is chronic and unrepaired, "states become traits." The child remains in a collapsed, shame-based state, leading to pathological dissociation or chronic depression.3. Addiction as "Auto-Regulation"Dr. Katehakis posits that addiction is often a result of affect dysregulation. If a person lacks the internal capacity to regulate their emotions (due to a lack of interactive regulation in childhood), they turn to external sources to "auto-regulate."The Cycle: People use substances or behaviors (sex, gambling, shopping) to escape the painful, "dead" feeling of a shame-based core.The Body: Chronic shame results in low dopamine tone, often manifesting as a "limp" or depleted physical presence.4. Shame and IdentityShame deeply impacts how we view ourselves and interact with the world:External Locus of Control: Without internal regulation, people look outward for validation, often leading to poor boundaries and becoming susceptible to exploitation.The Victim/Perpetrator Paradox: In adulthood, those with toxic shame may "perpetrate from a victim position." They use their shame to avoid accountability, forcing partners to caretake them rather than addressing the original issue.Recovery and HopeHealing from chronic shame is a long-term process (often 3–5 years), but change is possible:Ownership: Admitting to the behaviors and secrets without defense or minimization.Community: Utilizing 12-step programs or therapy to experience "interactive regulation" with others.Healthy Shame: Learning to use shame as a pro-social "lane marker" that helps us stay in integrity, rather than a weight that collapses our identity."You can't undo shame by yourself. You really have to have a community of concern to help you through it." — Dr. Alexandra KatehakisResources MentionedBooks: Sex Addiction as Affect Dysregulation by Alexandra Katehakis.Experts: Allan Schore (Affect Regulation), Bruce Perry (Trauma and Development), Dan Siegel (Attachment).Center for Healthy Sex: Located in Los Angeles, CA. Sex Addiction as Affect Dysregulation: A Neurobiological Relational Modelhttps://theaddictedmind.com/If you live in California and are looking for counseling or therapy please check out Novus Mindful Life Counseling and Recovery CenterNovusMindfulLife.comWe want to hear from you. Leave us a message or ask us a question: https://www.speakpipe.com/addictedmindDisclaimerSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
What happens when the person who grew up in the church becomes the one who feels furthest from God?Stephen McWhirter — author, musician, and songwriter behind the award winning worship song 'Come Jesus Come' — sits down with Liz Wright to share one of the most honest and hope-filled testimonies you'll hear. Stephen grew up as a preacher's son. He endured a traumatic childhood, turned to drugs and rebellion, and spent years living far from the faith he was raised in.Then came a radical encounter with God that changed everything. In this conversation, Stephen shares the power of forgiveness — including the hardest kind, forgiving yourself — and why he believes every story has a purpose, no matter where it has been.If you or someone you love is carrying shame, struggling with addiction, or wondering whether God can really restore what feels broken — this episode is for you.Find RestSpace at: https://patreon.com/restspaceRelated MaterialsJoin the International Mentoring Community IMC, to facilitate a safe environment where like-minded people at any stage of their walk can enter into a deeper experience of Jesus. Liz Wright will mentor you each week through revelatory teaching, powerful testimonies and the grace to step into life-changing encounters with Jesus.https://www.jointheimc.com/
Recover Your Soul: A Spiritual Path to a Happy and Healthy Life
I would love to hear from you! Send me a one way text and share how Recover Your Soul is supporting you or what you would like to hear more about.I want to share something with you before you press play on this one.This is a replay from about three and a half years ago, an episode I recorded after a trip to Sayulita, Mexico, where my husband came clean that he had continued to 'dabble' with drinking, even after the profound changes we had both made in our lives with recovery. Going back to edit it brought all of it up again. The grief. The love. The complexity of it.Because here's the truth — Rich did stop drinking the way he had for most of his adult life, and that was real and significant. But over the years he has continued to dabble, and each time he eventually has come clean about it, it has hurt. And at the very same time, I can see that this is his journey to Recover Your Soul. Addiction is a beast that is not easy to tame, especially when someone hasn't fully admitted they are powerless over it.What this trip opened in me was a deeper clarity that working on myself is the only place I have any real power. Not because I don't care but because turning within and finding my own self-love, my own joy, my own healing is the deepest work there is. And it is not selfish. Not even a little bit.If you are loving someone in their addiction right now, this episode is for you. Together, we can do the work that will Recover Your Soul.Are you ready to Recover Your Soul? Work the Process at your own pace and still be in community with the new 9-Step Self Study Collective, or join a Recover Your SOUL CIRCLE for Group Coaching with others walking a similar path, or work 1:1 with Rev Rachel. It is time to choose your own healing and awakening and remember your wholness. This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not allied or representative of any organizations or religions, but is based on the opinions and experience of Rev. Rachel Harrison or guests. The host claims no responsibility to any person or entity for any liability, loss, or damage caused or alleged to be caused directly or indirectly as a result of the use, application, or interpretation of the information presented herein. Take what you need and leave the rest.Support the show FREE Mini Recover Your Soul 9-Step Workbook FREE Support Group on Zoom 6-7PM MT on the 1st Monday of the Month 1:1 Spiritual Coaching with Rev Rachel TRYASESSION for 40% off 1st session Recover Your SOUL CIRCLES Group Coaching with others on a similar path Follow on Social Media RYS Bonus Podcast Patreon Member or subscribing on Apple Podcasts for an extra episode every Friday. Free Patreon Members get access 1st week to new episodes. Transcripts
Have an episode suggestion? Text us!A lot of people believe that once the drinking or drugs stop, life will finally start to feel better. But for many people in recovery, the opposite happens at first. The chaos disappears and what's left can feel like a huge void. No excitement, no purpose, and no clear direction.In this Mindset Monday episode, we'll talk about why that happens. Addiction hijacks the brain's reward system, which is why early recovery can feel flat, boring, and emotionally heavy. Sobriety removes the destruction, but it does not automatically rebuild a life.This episode also speaks directly to spouses and partners. Many of you think that once the addiction stops everything should go back to normal. Instead, you may find yourself staring at the life you've been surviving for years and wondering who you are without the chaos to manage.We'll discuss the science behind this stage of recovery, why both people often feel lost at first, and what actually fills that void. Community, purpose, contribution, and rebuilding a life that feels meaningful are what turn sobriety into something worth protecting.Sobriety isn't the finish line. It's the starting line for building a completely different life.Find video clips and full length video from this episode on YouTube and our other social media pages!On the web:www.twfo.comSupport the Show:Buy Us a Coffee! Online Program: www.reclaiming-you.com Soberlink Device:www.soberlink.com/wheelsCheck out our blog:https://twfo.com/blogFollow us on TikTok:https://tiktok.com/@twfo_coupleFollow us on Instagram:https://instagram.com/twfo_couple/Follow us on Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/TWFOCoupleFollow us on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@twfo_coupleFind Taylor Counseling Group:https://taylorcounselinggroup.com/Donate to Counseling for the Future Foundation:Donate Here
In this second installment of the March basketball series, Molly takes the analogy one step further. Last week was about knowing your playbook — recognizing the patterns behind your drinking. This week is about knowing the scoreboard.Because it's not just about how many drinks you had.It's about what the game is costing you.Molly explores the difference between evaluating a single night of drinking and looking at your overall “season record.” One off night may not define you. But trends over time tell a deeper story. Are you moving toward more peace, more energy, and more self-trust? Or are you stuck in negotiation, anxiety, and subtle disappointment?The episode weaves together personal reflection and neuroscience, breaking down how alcohol impacts GABA, glutamate, cortisol, and dopamine. Molly explains the neurological rebound effect behind 3 a.m. wake-ups, how dopamine drives anticipation and craving, and why repeated drinking can increase baseline stress sensitivity over time.This episode isn't about shame or dramatic declarations. It's about clarity. And clarity gives you the power to adjust your strategy mid-season.In This EpisodeWhy the scoreboard matters more than effortThe difference between a single “game” and your season recordThe hidden costs of drinking beyond obvious consequencesHow alcohol increases GABA — and why that calm feeling doesn't lastThe glutamate and cortisol rebound that fuels 3 a.m. wake-upsHow dopamine drives anticipation and cravingWhy repeated dopamine spikes can make normal life feel “flat”The cumulative impact of stress reactivity over timeThe mental and emotional cost of daily negotiationWhy adjusting your strategy mid-season is a sign of maturity, not failureKey TakeawaysThe scoreboard reflects outcome, not intention.Automatic does not mean inevitable.Alcohol may relieve stress temporarily but increase baseline stress over time.Dopamine fuels anticipation more than pleasure.One bad night is a single game. Trends over time are your season record.You are allowed to adjust your strategy mid-season.This Week's PracticeInstead of only tracking drinks, expand what you observe:How did you sleep?Did you wake up at 3 a.m.?How did your anxiety feel the next day?How much mental space did alcohol take up?Did you follow through on your plan?You are not trying to force change. You are gathering data. And clarity reduces ambivalence.Mentioned in This EpisodeThe neurological rebound effect (GABA and glutamate balance)Dopamine and anticipation conditioningSunnyside mindful drinking app (15-day free trial)Work With MollyIf you're ready to go beyond listening and begin applying these tools with support, you can learn more about working with Molly at:www.mollywatts.comYou can also reach out directly at molly@mollywatts.com to explore what level of support is right for you.Low risk drinking guidelines from the NIAAA:Healthy men under 65:No more than 4 drinks in one day and no more than 14 drinks per week.Healthy women (all ages) and healthy men 65 and older:No more than 3 drinks in one day and no more than 7 drinks per week.One drink is defined as 12 ounces of beer, 5 ounces of wine, or 1.5 ounces of 80-proof liquor. So remember that a mixed drink or full glass of wine are probably more than one drink.Abstinence from alcoholAbstinence from alcohol is the best choice for people who take medication(s) that interact with alcohol, have health conditions that could be exacerbated by alcohol (e.g. liver disease), are pregnant or may become pregnant or have had a problem with alcohol or another substance in the past.Benefits of “low-risk” drinkingFollowing these guidelines reduces the risk of health problems such as cancer, liver disease, reduced immunity, ulcers, sleep problems, complications of existing conditions, and more. It also reduces the risk of depression, social problems, and difficulties at school or work. ★ Support this podcast ★
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In this powerful and deeply personal episode of Domestic Dad: Cleaning Up The Mess, host Nick Barnett sits down with Keith Jeffries to unpack a story marked by addiction, heartbreak, spiritual awakening, and the life-changing power of surrendering to God. Keith shares openly about growing up in a loving home that lacked a spiritual foundation, and how his desire for acceptance and belonging led him down a destructive path at an early age. What began with drinking as a teenager quickly escalated into marijuana, prescription pills, heroin, and eventually years of meth addiction. Through his brutally honest reflection, Keith reveals how addiction slowly eroded his relationships, fueled selfish choices, and left him feeling empty despite outward success. Nick and Keith explore the deep wounds that often live beneath addiction—including father wounds, unresolved anger, and the quiet shame that lingers long after the chaos of substance abuse fades. Keith reflects on the painful realization that the scars addicts leave on others can be some of the hardest burdens to carry in sobriety. The turning point in Keith's story came during one of the darkest moments of his life. After years of addiction and the loss of his father, Keith found himself sitting alone with a gun in his hand, ready to end everything. Instead, in a moment he still struggles to fully explain, he fired the gun into the floor—an act that became a permanent reminder of the life he almost lost. Soon after, Keith attended a men's event called The Launching Pad in Dallas, Texas, where he experienced a powerful encounter with God that would change everything. In that moment of surrender, the addictions that once controlled him were broken, and Keith began a new journey of faith, obedience, and purpose. But the journey wasn't without heartbreak. After five years of infertility, Keith and his wife Kayla experienced the joy of discovering they were pregnant with twins—only to lose both babies to miscarriage weeks later. In one of the most painful seasons of their lives, they made the difficult decision to remain faithful and obedient to God, trusting that He still had a plan for their family. Today, Keith lives a completely transformed life—devoted to his faith, his marriage, and helping other men find freedom from addiction and hopelessness. His story is a powerful reminder that no matter how far someone believes they have fallen, redemption is always possible. Through honest conversation, Nick and Keith discuss the role of obedience, the importance of brotherhood and accountability, and the incredible ways God reveals Himself when people choose faith over fear. This episode is a raw and inspiring testimony that no one is too far gone for grace—and that sometimes the greatest miracles come after the darkest moments.
On this week’s Bestie Advice segment, we respond to an anonymous listener navigating the reality of a long-term partner struggling with alcoholism, aggression, and unpredictable moods while raising two children. We talk about the emotional toll of walking on eggshells, overcompensating to keep the peace, and the difficult line between supporting someone and protecting yourself and your family. This conversation explores what you can and cannot control, when responsibility has to shift back onto the person who needs help, and why emotional safety in a home is non-negotiable. Tune in! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
For nearly 10 years, when Dr. Grisel was younger, she was a daily drug user. She dropped out of school multiple times and was even homeless at one point.Something one might read with surprise, especially knowing that today Dr. Grisel is an internationally recognized behavioral neuroscientist and a professor of psychology at Bucknell University, who joins us in this first episode in our series on addiction.I always love having guests on the show who not only have professional knowledge of the topic being discussed, but who have also personally walked the path and therefore know what it's like to go through it.To me, Dr. Grisel isn't just an incredible researcher, but also a role model for anyone struggling with addiction — showing that it doesn't have to define you, and that your future might hold more potential than you realize.Don't forget to follow us to stay tuned for the next episode in this series on addiction.And follow us on Instagram, or sign up for our newsletter, to stay notified when the next health expert appears on the show — so you can send in your questions.Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/innerpathseekers/Newsletter: https://theipsproject.com/newsletter/
This week's guest is Arron Crascall, who shares his raw journey from struggling with addiction and low self-esteem to finding hope and transformation through surrender and honesty.Arron talks about how he never felt comfortable in his own skin, always changing to fit in, and how his first drink at 17 gave him the feeling of being “alive” for the first time. He opens up about the long battle with alcohol, how he tried therapy, hypnotherapy, and changing environments, but nothing worked until he reached a breaking point, a family meal that made him realize he was about to lose everything. That moment became his turning point, and he found a higher power in a quiet voice telling him, “You ain't gotta do this anymore, but you need help.”This episode dives into the transformative power of the 12-step program, how Arron's practice of gratitude helped shift his mindset, and the struggles he still faces, including guilt for missing parts of his kids' lives. This episode covers the following themes: addiction, identity, surrender, guilt, recovery, and helping others.Need Support?Samaritans: Call 116 123 or visit samaritans.orgNarcotics Anonymous: na.orgAlcoholics Anonymous: alcoholics-anonymous.org.ukMental Health Mates: mentalhealthmates.co.ukShout: https: giveusashout.orgIAPT: https://www.england.nhs.uk/mental-health/adults/nhs-talking-therapies/Saily
Ron and Nan Deal share the raw story behind a marriage almost destroyed: pride, grief, abandonment, and the death of their son. Nan's struggle with addiction spiraled for over a decade, while Ron wrestled with guilt, ministry pressures, and heartbreak. This isn't a polished story—it's real, messy, and full of hope for couples facing hidden hurts, broken patterns, addiction in marriage, and the long road to grace. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/84/29?v=20251111
What do you do when you love Jesus… but your child's life feels like it's unraveling?In this deeply honest conversation, Dawn Ward opens up about addiction, fear, exhaustion, and the hidden emotional toll many Christian mothers carry. Together, we explore guilt, grace, surrender, and how faith survives long, painful seasons.Key Conversation Moments:• The shock of discovering addiction• The silent burden of maternal guilt• Trauma, fear, and emotional exhaustion• Trusting God without quick answers• Letting grace replace self-blameWhat You'll Hear:✔ How guilt quietly shapes a mother's thoughts✔ Why “coping well” isn't always healing✔ How God meets us in prolonged struggles✔ Encouragement for weary, praying parentsKey Scripture:Hebrews 4:16 – Drawing near to the throne of graceSearchable Keywords:Christian moms and addiction, parenting prodigal children, faith during family crisis, hope for struggling parents, trusting God in hard seasonsKeywords with Hashtags:#ChristianMotherhood #HopeInAddiction #FaithInTrials #GodsGrace #ParentingStrugglesFrom Guilt to Grace: Hope and Healing for Christian Moms of Addicted Children. https://www.thefaithtoflourish.com/from-guilt-to-grace-bookwww.thecallwithnancysabato.com
10€ offert sur votre 1ère commande Féroce avec le code BIOMECANIQUE10 : https://feroce.food/ Vincent Foulonneau est un ancien chercheur à l'INSEP, spécialisé en vieillissement cellulaire et en prédiction de la performance, formateur en nutrition et en physiologie. Son dernier livre Fructose et mitochondries est désormais disponible (lien ci-dessous). Vincent Foulonneau : Site internetYoutubeInstagramlivre CHAPITRES :0:00 Introduction 5:38 Le lien entre bonheur et déprime8:39 La recette du bonheur18:59 L'équilibre des neurotransmetteurs35:12 Les piliers du TDAH54:58 Les mutations du cerveau humain1:00:36 L'avenir de l'humanité et le bonheur1:11:48 La perte de sens moderne1:12:06 L'expérience de Calhoun1:12:28 Préoccupations démographiques1:13:41 Le bonheur neurobiologique1:16:02 L'impact du fructose1:21:05 Fructose et TDAH1:27:58 Addiction et environnement1:37:21 Carences nutritionnelles et équilibre1:42:46 Stratégies pour le bonheur1:53:09 Réévaluer son bonheur BIOMÉCANIQUE :InstagramYoutubeSpotifyApple PodcastsDiscordWebsiteLa Lettre Biomécanique™ Hébergé par Acast. Visitez acast.com/privacy pour plus d'informations.
Entertainment reporter and adventurist Julie Chang returns to the Punk Rock Sober Podcast for a deep conversation about celebrity addiction, recovery, and the complicated relationship between fame and sobriety.Julie spent 17 years interviewing Hollywood's biggest stars, and in this episode she shares behind-the-scenes stories about Justin Bieber, Elton John, Lana Del Rey, Ben Affleck, Snoop Dogg and more—including what she saw firsthand during their rise to fame.Host Tyler Ramsey explores the idea of “punk rock sober” — the mindset that sobriety can be rebellious, bold, and creative rather than restrictive.Julie also opens up about her own sobriety journey after surviving a brain tumor and seizures, and how her perspective on alcohol and health completely changed.Topics include:• Celebrity sobriety journeys• Why fame can fuel addiction• The psychology of recovery• Hollywood behind-the-scenes reporting• Surviving a brain tumor and redefining life• Why some celebrities stay grounded while others spiral• Sobriety as a creative advantageIf you're interested in recovery, addiction psychology, celebrity culture, or inspiring comeback stories, this conversation delivers powerful insight and plenty of laughs.#PunkRockSober#SobrietyJourney#JulieChang#AddictionRecovery#CelebrityAddiction#SoberLifestyle#JustinBieber#HollywoodStories#RecoveryPodcast#MentalHealthAwareness#CelebrityInterviews#SoberPodcast
I'm struggling with a gambling addiction and have tried to stop. What can I do? Why did Jesus ask the Father to forgive the people who crucified Him? A pastor of 36 years recently announced he has embraced an alternative lifestyle. I'm trying to wrap my mind around it! Who is being described in Revelation 22 as a person who subtracts or adds to prophecy? If we're totally forgiven people, why do some believers examine themselves each time before taking communion? *previously aired
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"This came from an experience with a patient. It was early in my analytic training, and I was working with a supervisor who I really admired, and worked with her for a number of years. She was post-Kleinian, and was great at interpretation, formulation, and she was really helpful with just starting to guide me towards a lot of this work. I remember describing to her a patient session, and I was going through my process notes, and I said, 'I feel like the patient is inside of me. I feel like they want something that's in me, and I don't know what it is, and I can't quite access my own self, I don't know what to do'. It was through this initial experience where I really felt why analytic training versus other less intense training, we were also right at the time doing infant development, offered so much. It was early in my training and she suggested I think about an infant or even a toddler when they want something from their parents - they want something from their mother. The mother kind of feels this kind of gripping or this yearning from them, the baby wanting something. I started to think of my patients, not as infants or babies, but that what I was feeling was that there was something that the person I was working with needed, and they didn't have words yet to tell me what that was." Episode Description: We begin by recognizing the unique journeys that lead clinicians to become psychoanalysts. Pam shares with us her initial exposure to dynamic thinking but felt that she was missing some awareness of what was happening in herself and in the patients she was working with - "I was curious...I wanted to go deeper, to know more." This led her to enroll in full-time analytic training. She shares with us her understanding of the 'difficult to reach patients' that she was treating and presents a fictionized case that represents the many countertransference struggles she faced. She noted that "instead of the patient realizing that she wanted something from me, she instead felt attacked by me." Supervision was essential in helping her make sense of her experiences and of learning to 'listen to the music'. We close by noting her open-ended curiosity and interest in learning more - lifelong attributes of analysts who continue to take pleasure in our work. Our Guest: Pamela Polizzi, LCSW maintains a full-time private practice in New York City. She specializes in working with patients struggling with eating disorders, complex personality struggles, anxiety, depression, relational trauma, and life transitions. She earned her Master of Social Work (MSW) in Advanced Standing Clinical Practice from Fordham University at Lincoln Center in 2011. Currently, she is an Advanced Candidate at the Psychoanalytic Training Institute of the Contemporary Freudian Society (CFS) in Manhattan, working toward becoming a psychoanalyst. She completed a 2015 Two-Year Advanced Psychodynamic Psychotherapy Certificate in the Integrated Treatment of Eating Disorders from the Institute of Contemporary Psychotherapy (ICP), Center for the Study of Anorexia and Bulimia (CSAB). She also completed the Contemporary Freudian Society's (CFS) Two-Year Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy Program in 2019. Recommended Readings: Readings for Psychoanalytic Candidates: Bach, S. (2011). The How-To Book For Students of Psychoanalysis and Psychotherapy. Karnac. Busch, F. (2021). Dear Candidates: Analysts From Around The World Offer Personal Reflections on Psychoanalytic Training, Education, and The Profession. Routledge. Readings on Clinical Practice with the Patient who is Difficult to Reach: Bollas, C. (1996). Borderline Desire. Int. Forum Psychoanal., (5)(1):5-9. Joseph. B., Feldman, M., & Spillius, M. (1989). Psychic Equilibrium and Psychic Change: Selected Papers of Betty Joseph. New Lib. of Psycho-Anal., (9):1-222. (on Pep-web). Joseph, B. (1975) The patient who is difficult to reach. Joseph, B. (1982) Addiction to near-death. Joseph, B. (1983) On understanding and not understanding: some technical issues. Riesenberg-Malcolm, R. (1999). On Bearing Unbearable States of Mind. Routledge. Steiner, J. (1993). Psychic Retreats: Pathological Organizations in Psychotic, Neurotic and Psychotic Patients. Routledge. Winnicott, D.W. (1974). Fear of Breakdown. Int. R. of Psycho-Analysis. 1: 103-107.
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Why do so many of us feel powerless around food? In this episode of Own Your Health, Katie Brindle is joined by psychologist, behavioural change specialist and author Shahroo Izadi to explore the surprising connection between addiction, shame, and our relationship with food.Drawing on her experience working in drug and alcohol recovery within the NHS and prisons, Shahroo explains why the way we talk to ourselves about food often mirrors the way people speak about addiction - and why shame is one of the biggest barriers to lasting change.Katie and Shahroo unpack why diets so often fail, why late-night cravings feel impossible to resist, and how compassion and behavioural psychology can help us break patterns that feel completely out of our control.They also explore how modern life, from stress and scrolling to busy schedules and disrupted routines, is affecting our nervous systems, our digestion, and our ability to make healthy choices.More information here: https://katiebrindle.com/Subscribe to my newsletter: https://katiebrindle.com/newsletter-s...Buy 'Yang Sheng: The Art of Chinese Self-Healing' athttps://www.hayoumethod.com/product/y...Buy the Hayo'u tools at https://www.hayoumethod.com/products/--------------------------------------------Join my channel and leave a comment about what you want to see next!Love, Katie Brindle.
“The fatal error is ours. Legislators set out a regulatory regime that keeps regulation at bay. The only other industry with a similar protection is the gun industry.” — Olivier SylvainThere are certain words in book titles that provoke. “Reclaiming”, for example. My guest today is happy to defend the provocation. Fordham law professor and former FTC senior advisor Olivier Sylvain argues in his new book, Reclaiming the Internet, that the internet was never really ours to begin with—and that the story about user control, free speech, and digital democratisation was always more nostalgia than reality.But Sylvain's argument in Reclaiming the Internet: How Big Tech Took Control—and How We Can Take It Back is not the usual big-tech-is-bad narrative (yawn). He doesn't blame the companies. He blames us—or rather, Congress. The fatal error, he says, was Section 230 of the Communications Decency Act, passed in 1996, which created a blanket immunity from liability for companies trafficking in user-generated content. The only other industry with comparable legal protection, he says, is the gun industry. That immunity enabled the attention economy's business model. Infinite scrolling = infinite advertising = infinite profit.What follows from that error is now everywhere: autoplay, algorithmic recommendation—design features engineered to hold your attention, not to facilitate free speech. Sylvain insists these companies aren't really platforms. They are, instead, services delivering content pursuant to their bottom line. And now the same Nineties playbook—innovation, user control, free speech—is being replayed with AI. Companies are deploying chatbots before they're ready, racing each other to market. A young man killed himself after a Gemini chatbot told him to and Google invoked the First Amendment in its defence.The fix, Sylvain argues, is not to abolish Section 230 but to attend to the business model itself: data minimisation, purpose limitations, and the kind of product-safety regulation that every other industry—from automobiles to toys to food—already accepts. I should disclose that my wife runs litigation at Google, so I'm all too familiar with the counter argument. But Sylvain makes a persuasive case even if his reclamation project is still a little too Rousseauean for my Hobbesian taste. Five Takeaways• The Fatal Error Was Ours, Not Theirs: Sylvain doesn't blame big tech. He blames us—or rather, Congress. Section 230 of the Communications Decency Act created a blanket immunity from liability for user-generated content. The only other industry with comparable protection is the gun industry. That legal shield became the business model.• These Are Not Platforms: The word “platform” implies a neutral conduit connecting users. Sylvain says that's wrong. These are companies engineering your experience—infinite scroll, autoplay, algorithmic recommendation—to hold your attention and serve their bottom line. The free speech story is cover for a commercial design.• The Same Mistake Is Happening with AI: The nineties playbook—innovation, user control, free speech—is being replayed with AI. Companies are deploying chatbots before they're ready, racing each other to market. Internal documents show they knew the dangers. A young man committed suicide after Gemini told him to. Google invoked the First Amendment in its defence.• Data Protection Is the Real Fix: Sylvain argues for data minimisation and purpose limitations—rules that would only allow companies to collect information consistent with the purposes a consumer signed up for. Not to monetise it for opaque reasons. That would dampen the incentive to engineer addiction without touching free speech.• There's a Bipartisan Consensus—but Only for Children: Something is shifting. Courts are rejecting Section 230 defences. Legislators on both sides agree something must be done. But the consensus only extends to protecting children. Sylvain thinks that's a mistake: a 36-year-old man just killed himself after talking to a chatbot. Adults are vulnerable too. About the GuestOlivier Sylvain is a professor of law at Fordham University, a former senior advisor to the Chair of the Federal Trade Commission, and a Senior Policy Research Fellow at Columbia University's Knight First Amendment Institute. His new book is Reclaiming the Internet: How Big Tech Took Control—and How We Can Take It Back (Columbia Global Reports).ReferencesReferences and previous Keen On episodes:• Section 230 of the Communications Decency Act (1996) and its evolution into blanket immunity for tech companies• Gonzales v. Google (2023)—the Supreme Court case that declined to rule on Section 230 but allowed the merits to proceed• The Character AI / Gemini chatbot suicide cases—ongoing litigation against Google• Tim Wu on the extractive economics of platform capitalism — previous Keen On episode• Julia Angwin, Zephyr Teachout, and Stewart Brand—referenced in the conversationAbout Keen On AmericaNobody asks more awkward questions than the Anglo-American writer and filmmaker Andrew Keen. In Keen On America, Andrew brings his pointed Transatlantic wit to making sense of the United States—hosting daily interviews about the history and future of this now venerable Republic. With nearly 2,800 episodes since the show launched on TechCrunch in 2010, Keen On America is the most prolific intellectual interview show in the history of podcasting.WebsiteSubstackYouTubeApple PodcastsSpotify Chapters:(00:00) - Introduction: What does “reclaiming” the Internet mean? (03:06) - The layered stack: pipes, platforms, and consumer-facing apps (06:01) - Was user control ever real? The ideology of the nineties (09:32) - The fatal error: Section 230 and blanket immunity (14:51) - Facebook as punching bag—and why Sylvain doesn't blame the companies (17:31) - Addiction, self-harm, and the design features that hold your attention (22:00) - The attention economy and the Gonzales v. Google case (26:35) - How we can take it back: data minimization and purpose limitations (29:02) - “These are not platforms” (31:21) - Europe, the First Amendment, and the right to be forgotten (33:06) - AI business ...
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In this episode of The Agents of Recovery, Blu and Wendell dive into the complexities of addiction recovery, particularly within the context of religious beliefs and community support. They discuss the church's approach to sin and forgiveness, the insecurities faced by individuals in recovery, and the role of clergy in addressing these issues. They emphasize the importance of understanding shame, the impact of addiction on relationships, and the necessity of professional support. The dialogue highlights the significance of creating safe spaces for vulnerability and the journey of healing through community connection.Chapters00:00 NEWCHAPTER00:00 Insecurities and Self-Doubt in Recovery04:17 The Role of Church Leadership in Addiction Recovery08:55 Navigating Relationships Amidst Addiction13:20 Courage in Vulnerability and Seeking Help19:16 Healing in Community: The Importance of Safe Spaces22:39 Understanding Betrayal Trauma and Its Impact28:42 The Role of Professional Support in Recovery33:55 Healing the Inner Child: Addressing Core Issues39:39 The Power of Connection in Overcoming AddictionJoin Coach Blu and Team Addict II Athlete and begin your recovery with a tram behind you! Our online addiction and mental health program provides live group sessions with Coach Blu, our weekly Home Base, recovery meeting, therapeutic assignments, and educational information at a fraction of what a therapeutic treatment program would require. Take You Mark, Get Set, Let's Go and click the link below. https://www.skool.com/addict-ii-athlete-5988/about?ref=9090e81114674311874340c02b1095d0Please join Addict to Athlete's Patreon support page and help us turn the mess of addiction into the message of sobriety!https://www.patreon.com/addicttoathletePlease visit our website for more information on Team Addict to Athlete and Addiction Recovery Podcasts.https://www.AddictToAthlete.org
In this episode, Sathiya Sam shares his personal journey of overcoming a decade-long struggle with pornography addiction. He reflects on the mistakes he made during his recovery, emphasizing the importance of understanding the root causes of addiction rather than merely focusing on sin. Sathiya discusses the limitations of willpower and accountability, the significance of emotional regulation, and the transformative power of brotherhood. He encourages listeners to ask the right questions to facilitate lasting change and highlights that clarity is essential for progress.
The word “trauma” is used so widely at present, arguably too widely. But it bespeaks a tenor of our shared reality. This episode is a journey inside what I've come to see as a parallel universe unfolding, where our species is unlocking knowledge about ourselves and capacities for radical healing of the most extreme trauma and distress. These findings are even giving rise to dramatic healing alliances across political and social lines that are inflamed in the culture at large. At universities and research laboratories around the U.S. and world, there are countless clinical studies, yielding results it's hard not at times to call miraculous — for complex PTSD, long-term addiction, treatment-resistant depression. What I'm talking about are therapeutically-administered treatments with plant medicines and chemical compounds we call psychedelic or empathogenic. Use those words, and many of us — including me until not that long ago — might become wary. Like all forces of great power, these can cut in every direction — the dark and the light of the human condition. But the conversation you are about to hear, with one of the leading neuroscientists in this field, revolves around serious, important research in settings designed for careful, beneficial human effect. Gül Dölen's groundbreaking contribution to all of us is in her fascinating insight into what psychedelically-assisted therapies are revealing about the workings of the human brain and the brain's capacity to change and the human capacity for major transformation altogether. The potential consequences of this science are intimate and civilizational at once. I see them as a stunning ray of hope in a struggling world. I interviewed Gül Dölen at the 2025 Aspen Ideas Festival. Find an excellent transcript of this show, edited by humans, on our show page. Sign yourself and others up for The Pause to be on our mailing list for all things On Being and to receive Krista's monthly Saturday newsletter, including a heads up on new episodes, special offerings, recommendations, and event invitations. Gül Dölen leads the Dölen Lab at U.C. Berkeley, where she is a Professor and the Bob & Renee Parsons Endowed Chair in the Department of Neuroscience and the Department of Psychology at the Berkeley Center for the Science of Psychedelics and the Helen Wills Neuroscience Institute. She also maintains an Adjunct Professorship in Neuroscience and Neurology at the Johns Hopkins University, School of Medicine. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Dr. Alok Kanojia, MD, MPH ("Dr. K"), is a Harvard-trained psychiatrist and expert in both Eastern and Western medicine to improve mental health. He explains tools for unlearning maladaptive thoughts and behavior patterns and for making behaviors that better mental and physical well-being more reflexive in work, relationships and daily life. We also discuss ways to resolve trauma, build stress tolerance, increase intrinsic motivation and even change temperament. We also discuss how social media, gaming and online dating shape our identity and perceptions and how to navigate them healthily. Thank you to our sponsors AG1: https://drinkag1.com/huberman Lingo: https://hellolingo.com/huberman Joovv: https://joovv.com/huberman Function: https://functionhealth.com/huberman Eight Sleep: https://eightsleep.com/huberman Timestamps (00:00:00) Alok Kanojia (Dr. K) (00:03:09) Internet, Computer Games; Academic Pressure (00:07:11) Millennials & Self-Awareness, Hijacking Mental Health Language (00:13:24) Sponsors: Lingo & Joovv (00:16:06) Personality & Individual Road Maps, Misdiagnosis (00:22:02) Ambiguity, Flirting, Social Skills Decline, Uncertainty Tolerance (00:26:06) Dating in the Internet Age, Cognitive Bias (00:30:39) Healthy Distress Tolerance, Tool: How to Feel Your Feelings (00:39:58) Sponsor: AG1 (00:40:49) Expectations vs Internal Desire Roadmap, Western vs Eastern Theory of Mind, Ego (00:50:35) Sense Organs, Comparison & Proving Oneself, Internal Drive (00:59:22) Internet, Ego, "Teflon Buddha", Tool: Dealing with Criticism (01:10:36) Observing One's Mind, Meditation, Psychedelics (01:11:59) Sponsor: Function (01:13:46) Tool: Shunya "Void" Meditation & Resilience (01:24:02) External Reminders, Environment; Men & Emotional Regulation (01:30:04) Samskara, Yoga Nidra, Trauma & Learning, Shunya & Personal Compass (01:39:15) Yoga Nidra, Channeling Divinity, Genius (01:42:30) Sponsor: Eight Sleep (01:43:48) Breathwork Practices; Meditation Science, Self-Esteem & Belief Change (01:53:40) Liminal States, Meditation Types & Benefits; Western & Eastern Balance (02:01:50) Understanding Ego & Perception; AI & Narcissism, Psychosis (02:14:07) Tool: Healthy Social Media Use, When To Not Use, Normal Standards (02:18:38) Social Media & Looks Obsession, Purpose, Charisma (02:24:18) Young Men Falling Behind?, Male Support, Suicide; Men in Relationships (02:30:36) "Stuck" Young Men, Failure to Launch, Tool: Motivation & Understanding Oneself (02:39:03) Pornography, Erectile Dysfunction, Emotions, Addiction; Relationships (02:44:21) Men & Love, Looksmaxxing, Rejection, Partner Characteristics, Tool: Walk Before Dates (02:55:12) Exploring Practices, Meditation, Breathwork (03:01:39) Spirituality, Personal Exploration; Acknowledgements (03:06:12) Zero-Cost Support, YouTube, Spotify & Apple Follow, Reviews & Feedback, Sponsors, Protocols Book, Social Media, Neural Network Newsletter Disclaimer & Disclosures Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices