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Addiction: Habit or Disease? (Episode 1 - Archive)
Addiction: Habit or Disease? (Episode 1 - Archive)
Addiction: Habit or Disease? (Episode 1 - Archive)
Wednesday 23rd October 2024
Explore whether addiction is a habit or disease with Wes Thompson, Austin Hill, and Matthew Demoilen in this engaging episode of Relational Recovery.
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Episode Overview
- Addiction can rob individuals of their dignity, ambitions, and goals.
- There's a debate on whether addiction is a habit or a disease.
- Physiological changes in the brain affect rational thinking and emotional control.
- Addiction is often misunderstood as merely a choice.
- The podcast blends Christian spirituality with psychological insights for recovery.
Addiction to me is the robbing of not only your human dignity, but your ambitions, your goals, and essentially your life
Ever wondered if addiction is a habit or a disease? The Relational Recovery podcast dives into this question with a fascinating discussion between hosts Wes Thompson, Austin Hill, and guest Matthew Demoilen. In this episode, they explore the complex nature of addiction, breaking down common misconceptions and shedding light on its impact on human dignity and ambition. Matthew shares his personal journey, offering a raw and honest perspective on how addiction robs individuals of their goals and sense of self-worth.
The conversation is both eye-opening and heartfelt, as they delve into the science behind addiction and its classification as a disease. You'll hear about the physiological changes in the brain that affect rational thinking and emotional control, challenging the stigma that addiction is merely a choice. The hosts also touch on the idea of addiction as 'spoiled goodness'—a yearning for connection that manifests in harmful behaviours.
This episode is not just for those struggling with addiction but for anyone seeking to understand it better. It's a blend of Christian spirituality and psychology, making it a unique resource for recovery. Tune in for an engaging and informative conversation that could change how you view addiction forever. Ready to rethink your understanding of addiction?