Beyond Belief Sobriety Podcast
Beyond Belief Sobriety Podcast
Episode 275: Fake It ‘Til You Make It?
Episode 275: Fake It ‘Til You Make It?
Episode 275: Fake It ‘Til You Make It?
Wednesday 13th July 2022
Angela and John explore 'fake it 'til you make it' in addiction recovery, discussing habits, placebo effects, and emotional growth on Beyond Belief Sobriety.
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Get the buttons here!Unpacking 'Fake It 'Til You Make It': Science and Sobriety
But you know it helps, and so and so you know, the more that you do it, the repetition and the consistency, then you know I start to find more things throughout The Day that I realize I'm grateful for, and and so I have generally better days when I'm doing stuff like that.
Ever heard the saying 'fake it 'til you make it' in the context of addiction recovery? It's a phrase that often gets tossed around, especially when someone is struggling to accept the need for a higher power. But what does it really mean, and is there any science to back it up? In this episode of Beyond Belief Sobriety, hosts Angela and John dive deep into this popular mantra.
They break down how pretending to believe or act a certain way can actually help in building healthy habits and making incremental improvements over time. The duo also sheds light on the placebo effect and its surprising role in recovery, referencing contributions from neuroscience pioneer William James. With a focus on consistency and discipline, they discuss how these elements are crucial for emotional growth and lasting change.
Whether you're skeptical about the phrase or curious about its potential benefits, this episode offers a thoughtful analysis that's both engaging and informative. Tune in to join the conversation and explore how 'faking it' might just be a stepping stone to genuine recovery.