Craving: A Double-Edged Sword with Dr. Rick Barnett
The curious case of craving presents us with a powerful paradox: craving can keep us from suffering and craving can cause suffering. Craving can create and craving can kill. It's curious, isn't it?
Imagine craving something so intensely that it both lifts you up and drags you down. In this episode of 'Psychology & Addictions', Dr. Rick Barnett dives deep into the complex world of cravings. He sheds light on how cravings can be a force for good, driving creativity and passion, but also a destructive element leading to addiction and suffering. Dr. Barnett shares his personal battle with nicotine addiction, offering a raw and honest perspective on the power of cravings.
He explains the fine line between healthy desires and harmful addictions, providing listeners with tools to recognize and manage their own cravings. This episode is a must-listen for anyone grappling with the push and pull of desire, whether you're on a journey to sobriety or supporting someone who is. Tune in for an enlightening discussion that might just change the way you view your own cravings.