Duane Osterlind, LMFT
Duane Osterlind, LMFT
51: Practical Recovery & SMART Recovery with Tom Horvath
51: Practical Recovery & SMART Recovery with Tom Horvath
51: Practical Recovery & SMART Recovery with Tom Horvath
Friday 19th October 2018
Discover Smart Recovery's flexible, non-12-step approach to addiction recovery with Tom Horvath on The Addicted Mind Podcast.
32 minutes
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Duane Osterlind, LMFT
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Categories:
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Sobriety Toolkit
Recovery from Trauma
Family Recovery from Addiction
Navigating Intimate Relationships
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Get the buttons here!Tom Horvath on Smart Recovery: A Fresh Take on Beating Addiction
Whether we're abstaining from chocolate chip cookies- which is my own personal issue- sometimes abstaining from alcohol or cutting back on whatever, it's all about staying within some limits that you've established and allows us to be a fruitful community.
Imagine a recovery program that puts you in the driver’s seat, allowing you to set your own goals and develop your own strategies for managing addiction. That’s exactly what Tom Horvath, founder of Practical Recovery and co-founder of Smart Recovery, discusses in this episode of The Addicted Mind Podcast. Unlike traditional 12-step programs like Alcoholics Anonymous (AA), which focus on surrendering to a higher power, Smart Recovery emphasizes personal responsibility and self-empowerment.
Horvath shares how this non-12-step approach can be a game-changer for those who feel that conventional methods just don’t work for them. Smart Recovery is all about flexibility and practicality. The program is built around four main points: maintaining motivation, coping with cravings, problem-solving, and achieving lifestyle balance. Participants are encouraged to create their own techniques for handling these areas, supported by mutual help groups and social activities.
The idea is to foster a community where individuals can share experiences and learn from one another, creating a supportive environment for recovery. What sets Smart Recovery apart is its reliance on scientifically-backed methods like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). These techniques offer a robust toolkit for managing addictive behaviors, making the program adaptable to different needs and preferences.
Horvath highlights the importance of community in the recovery process, noting that Smart Recovery provides a platform for people to connect, share, and grow together. If you or someone you know is struggling with addiction and looking for an alternative to traditional 12-step programs, this episode offers valuable insights into how Smart Recovery and Practical Recovery can provide a fresh, empowering approach to overcoming addiction.