John Clark

Forest Fires - Addiction, Recovery and Redemption

John Clark

  • Do you have a thinking problem?

Do you have a thinking problem?

Saturday 18th September 2021

John Clark discusses the toxic impact of overthinking on addiction recovery and shares mindfulness practices to combat it in 'Forest Fires'.
25 minutes
Informative
Hopeful
Encouraging
Motivational
Thought-provoking

About this podcast

Forest Fires - Addiction, Recovery and Redemption
Author:
John Clark
Overview:
Categories:
Recovery Reimagined
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Family Recovery from Addiction
Creative Recovery Journeys
Financial Health in Recovery
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Breaking Free from Overthinking: John Clark's Insights on Addiction Recovery

Overthinking makes us prisoners of our own minds and escape from that can seem impossible. Give yourself the opportunity to learn and to live that freedom.
Ever feel like your mind is running a marathon, leaving you exhausted and stuck in the same place? In this episode of 'Forest Fires', John Clark tackles the exhausting cycle of overthinking and its detrimental effects on addiction recovery. Overthinking isn't just a nuisance; it can spiral into depression, fuel shame, and keep you from making positive changes. Clark dives deep into how these mental loops trap the addict mind, making recovery seem like an impossible climb.
But don’t lose hope just yet! He shares practical tools like meditation and mindfulness to help slow down the mental chatter and break free from this cycle. Clark also emphasizes the importance of emotional sobriety and being brutally honest with oneself. His personal stories and straightforward advice make this episode a must-listen for anyone grappling with addiction or supporting someone who is.
It's about finding freedom in the present moment and taking those crucial steps towards a healthier, more fulfilling life.