Recovery Rocks
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Episode 113: Episode 113: Breaking Up with The Beatles and Other Obsessions
Episode 113: Episode 113: Breaking Up with The Beatles and Other Obsessions
Episode 113: Episode 113: Breaking Up with The Beatles and Other Obsessions
Friday 1st April 2022
Lisa Smith and Tawny Lara discuss how obsessions with music idols can mirror substance addiction, inspired by a New York Times op-ed.
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Get the buttons here!Untangling Obsessions: When Music Idols Mirror Addiction
Once you're in that place where you can actually step back, you not only can see our “idols” as human but also better appreciate ourselves for the people we are.
Ever thought about how your obsession with a band or artist might be more than just fan love? In this intriguing episode of 'Recovery Rocks', co-hosts Lisa Smith and Tawny Lara dive into a New York Times op-ed by Josh Max titled “We Can’t Work It Out: Why I Finally Broke Up with The Beatles”. The piece compares the deep attachment to The Beatles to the way many of us latch onto substances.
Tawny even shares her own past obsession with Jim Morrison, while Lisa talks about her admiration for Anthony Kiedis. The conversation takes a fascinating turn as they explore how idolizing celebrities can sometimes be a way to avoid facing our own lives. They discuss how stepping back from these obsessions can help us see our idols as mere humans and, more importantly, appreciate ourselves for who we truly are, flaws and all.
This episode is not just about music; it’s a raw and relatable look at how our fixations, whether on substances or stars, can distract us from self-reflection. It's a must-listen for anyone looking to understand the deeper connections between their interests and their personal journey of recovery.