The Freedom Model
The Freedom Model
Changing Your Preference with Emotional Understanding
Changing Your Preference with Emotional Understanding
Changing Your Preference with Emotional Understanding
Thursday 16th March 2023
Discover why emotional understanding is vital in addiction recovery. Michelle Dunbar and Mark Scheeren explain how it can change preferences.
49 minutes
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Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Sobriety Toolkit
Family Recovery from Addiction
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Body & Mind
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Get the buttons here!Why Understanding Isn't Enough: The Role of Emotions in Addiction Recovery
Humans make decisions based on emotions and their intellect in concert with each other... it hasn't switched over to knowing it enough that it becomes an emotional thing, because you need both, because humans make decisions based on emotions and their intellect in concert with each other.
Ever wondered why some people, even after grasping the principles of The Freedom Model, still find themselves drinking or using drugs heavily? In this engaging episode, hosts Michelle Dunbar and Mark Scheeren tackle this perplexing question head-on. Inspired by a listener's curiosity, they dive into the crucial difference between intellectual and emotional understanding when it comes to addiction recovery.
Dunbar and Scheeren argue that simply knowing the model isn't enough; it's the emotional comprehension that truly shifts preferences and leads to lasting change. They explore how deeply ingrained beliefs about control and addiction can sabotage even the best intentions. This episode is a goldmine for anyone grappling with addiction or those looking to support someone on their journey.
With a mix of empathy, real-life examples, and actionable advice, it’s an insightful listen that challenges conventional wisdom and offers a fresh perspective on overcoming addiction.