Tim
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#72: How To Recognize and Combat Cross-Addiction
#72: How To Recognize and Combat Cross-Addiction
#72: How To Recognize and Combat Cross-Addiction
Friday 1st March 2024
Tim shares his journey through cross-addiction and offers practical tips on recognising and tackling these habits in recovery.
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Sobriety Toolkit
Navigating Challenges in Recovery
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Creative Recovery Journeys
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Episode Overview
- Recognise and evaluate cross-addictive behaviours.
- Address underlying emotional issues driving addictions.
- Explore professional help or group therapy options.
- Find healthier ways to cope with stress and emotions.
- Be open to trying new hobbies and activities.
If we remove one substance without addressing the reasons why we're reaching for outside things to try to feel better on the inside, we'll always seek out a replacement
Ever feel like you’re playing a never-ending game of whack-a-mole with your addictions? Tim’s got your back in this episode of 'The Sober and Happy Podcast' where he dives into the tricky terrain of cross-addiction. Picture this: you’ve finally kicked the bottle, but suddenly you find yourself glued to your phone, chain-smoking, or constantly raiding the fridge. Sound familiar? Tim’s here to help you recognise and tackle these sneaky habits that can jeopardise your recovery journey.
With over a decade of sobriety under his belt, Tim shares his own experiences and the hard lessons he’s learned along the way. He opens up about how he swapped one addiction for another and the steps he took to break free from this cycle. The episode is packed with practical advice on how to identify and evaluate these behaviours, and more importantly, how to address the underlying issues driving them.
From recognising the triggers to finding healthier ways to cope, Tim’s insights are both relatable and actionable. Whether it’s professional help, group therapy, or simply trying out new hobbies, there’s something here for everyone. So, if you’re tired of feeling like you’re just surviving and want to start thriving, give this episode a listen. You might just find the missing piece to your recovery puzzle.