Billy and Jason

Recovery (Sort Of) - The Podcast

Billy and Jason

  • 195: Intellect Over Emotion? (Sort Of)

195: Intellect Over Emotion? (Sort Of)

Sunday 6th August 2023

Join Jason, Billy, and Caroline as they discuss balancing intellect and emotion in recovery, offering fresh perspectives on decision-making and personal growth.
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66 minutes
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Recovery (Sort Of) - The Podcast
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Billy and Jason
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Categories:
Recovery Reimagined
Family Recovery from Addiction
Recovery from Trauma
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Financial Health in Recovery
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Balancing Brain and Heart: Insights from Recovery (Sort Of)

Episode Overview

  • Exploring the interplay between intellect and emotion in the 12-step recovery journey
  • Reflecting on the impact of past choices and navigating regret, fear, and uncertainty
  • Valuable insights into decision-making challenges and personal growth
  • Honing the process of learning, growing, and finding peace amidst the complexities of recovery
  • Navigating the complexities of feeling, honoring emotions, and seeking healthy processing
I think it's really important that we just honor our feelings and it's okay to feel how we feel. Just have hopefully a good person that you trust around that's going to help you process that in a healthy way, you know, and to make you feel loved and cared about.
Ever wondered how to balance your head and heart, especially when you're on a recovery journey? In this episode of 'Recovery (Sort Of) - The Podcast', hosts Jason, Billy, and Caroline dive into the age-old debate of intellect versus emotion. But this isn't just about picking sides. They explore how modern science and our understanding of the nervous system can turn this debate on its head.
The trio tackles questions like, 'Can you really put intellect over emotion when your brain's in survival mode?' and 'How do gut instincts and intuition play into our decision-making?'. Their candid conversation is packed with personal stories, making it relatable and real. They discuss the highs and lows of navigating life through the lens of recovery, highlighting the tug-of-war between logic and feelings.
If you've ever felt torn between what your brain says and what your heart feels, this episode offers a fresh perspective. It's a deep dive into the complexities of decision-making, the impact of past choices, and finding peace amidst the chaos. Tune in for a thought-provoking chat that might just change how you view your own journey.