A Somatic Approach To Healing Addiction | #332

Heal Thy Self with Dr. G

Heal Thy Self

Health & Fitness, Alternative Health

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🗓️ 25 November 2024

⏱️ 35 minutes

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Summary

Addiction is more than just a behavioral issue—it’s a complex interplay of biology, psychology, societal pressures, and unresolved trauma. In this episode, we dive deep into the science of addiction, exploring its connection to the nervous system, the impact of shame, and the role of trauma in shaping addictive behaviors. Through a somatic lens, we uncover powerful tools for recovery, including breathwork, movement practices, and reconnecting with the body. Whether you’re on a personal journey of healing or seeking to understand addiction more deeply, this video offers a transformative perspective to help break the cycle and build lasting resilience. #addiction #recovery #wellness === Thank You To Our Sponsors! Nuzest Go to https://nuzest-usa.com/drg and use code DRG for 20% off all products. Puori Click here https://puori.com/drg and use code DRG for 20% off the already discounted subscription prices. === Show Notes: 00:00:00 - Overview of Addiction and Its Growing Impact 00:00:25 - Introduction to the Episode and the Concept of Somatics 00:00:58 - Misconceptions About Addiction and Its Complexity 00:01:24 - Layers of Addiction: Biological, Psychological, Societal, and Traumatic 00:01:47 - Importance of Understanding the Mechanisms of Addiction 00:02:10 - Introduction to a New Perspective on Addiction 00:02:34 - Defining Addiction and Its Connection to the Nervous System 00:03:18 - The Definition of Addiction by the American Society of Addiction Medicine 00:03:57 - The Role of the Brain and the Reward System in Addiction 00:05:08 - The Impact of Shame on Individuals with Addiction 00:06:18 - Statistics on Substance Abuse Disorders and Behavioral Addictions 00:11:15 - Joining the Dr. G Healelf Community 00:11:28 - Discussion on Relapse Rates in Addiction 00:12:01 - The Need for Comprehensive Solutions in Addiction Treatment 00:12:17 - Overview of Substance Addictions and Their Impact 00:12:54 - Emerging Addictions: Cryptocurrency and Online Shopping 00:13:42 - The Universality of Addiction and Its Effects 00:14:38 - Conventional Medical Perspectives on Addiction 00:15:46 - Personal Experience with Addiction and Recovery 00:17:20 - The Role of Anxiety in Addiction 00:18:21 - Journey of Self-Discovery and Healing 00:19:54 - The Somatic Perspective on Addiction 00:20:52 - Understanding Addiction as a Response to Internal Unease 00:21:59 - Understanding Addiction and Its Connection to Trauma 00:22:13 - The Role of the Nervous System in Addiction 00:22:39 - Different Responses to Trauma: Success vs. Addiction 00:23:22 - The Pain Behind Success and Addiction 00:23:49 - Introduction to Polyvagal Theory and Addiction 00:24:09 - Dysregulation and the Cycle of Addiction 00:24:44 - Emotions Stored in the Body and Their Impact 00:25:05 - The Importance of Somatics in Treatment 00:25:33 - Viewing Addiction Through a Somatic Lens 00:26:00 - The Connection Between Addiction and Repressed Emotions 00:27:14 - Starting Your Journey with Breath Work 00:27:47 - Ground Yourself with Breathing Techniques 00:28:25 - The Importance of Feeling Anxiety 00:28:45 - Daily Body Connection Practices for Recovery 00:29:00 - Building Trust with Your Body Over Time 00:29:39 - Understanding Emotional Triggers in Addiction 00:30:05 - Movement Practices to Release Energy 00:30:43 - The Healing Power of Touch and Ground Connection 00:31:08 - The Role of Nature in Healing Addiction 00:31:26 - Research Supporting Somatics and Addiction Recovery 00:31:47 - Neuroscience of Somatics and Its Effect on the Brain 00:32:13 - Understanding the Power of Somatics in Addiction 00:32:42 - Simple Breathing Exercise for Connection 00:33:39 - The Importance of Reconnecting with Yourself 00:33:54 - Sharing the Show for New Perspectives on Addiction 00:34:24 - Encouragement to Use Practices and Support the Show 00:34:37 - Closing Remarks and Gratitude

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0:00.0	Addiction has a chokehold on so many of us and it is getting worse.
0:04.1	Statistics show that behavioral addictions like porn, gaming, cryptocurrency trading is getting
0:10.3	worse and worse and worse.
0:11.6	Couple that with substance abuse, about 50% of people who go into addiction programs are relapsing.
0:16.8	And the medical system has no idea what to do.
0:20.0	We look at addiction as a genetic, brain, and environmental problem, but really it goes deeper.
0:25.1	In this episode, to heal thyself, we are going to a deeper perspective on addiction and something
0:29.7	that can possibly change an addict's life, and that is semantics.
0:35.2	Listen to this episode to get the deepest perspective that you're going to ever on addiction
0:39.8	and how to begin healing from it on heal thyself.
0:46.2	Okay, welcome to this very special show discussing addiction.
0:52.3	And maybe you know someone who has been suffering with addiction.
0:58.2	Maybe you might have been one of those people. And addiction is often misunderstood. And I say that,
1:04.3	and I mean it, because a lot of us don't really have a way to pinpoint what is the mechanism
1:10.5	behind addiction. And this is permeating
1:12.4	the medical industry. And it's often just misunderstood as, okay, this person has a lack of
1:17.7	willpower. They've made poor life choices. But it's actually a lot more complex, as you may or may not
1:24.3	know. But when we think of addiction, it's got different layers. It's got the
1:29.1	biological, the psychological, the societal. And in this one, we're going to talk a lot about
1:35.0	the traumatic part, right? When it comes to conventional treatments, they have helped many,
1:40.4	but still, we don't have a hold on addiction. A lot of people are relapsing and not knowing why.
1:47.0	So it's really crucial for us to understand what is the deepest mechanism coming from me
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