Dillan Gay
Dillan Gay
Forget Me Not
Forget Me Not
Forget Me Not
Tuesday 19th April 2022
Dillan and Aubrey talk about replacing addictions with healthier habits and building new connections in sobriety on 'The Sober Gay'.
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26 minutes
Informative
Thought-provoking
Empowering
Engaging
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About this podcast
Author:
Dillan Gay
Overview:
Categories:
Sobriety in Everyday Life
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Creative Recovery Journeys
Healing Relationships
Financial Health in Recovery
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Get the buttons here!Breaking Free: How to Replace Addictions and Build New Connections
The great thing about our brains is neuroplasticity and we can create new lines, new memories, new connections, new connections in our brain to these everyday tasks that we associate with to be either daunting or different in general.
Ever wondered how to break free from one addiction without falling into another? In this episode of 'The Sober Gay', Dillan and Aubrey tackle the tricky topic of intra-addiction, which is the habit of swapping one addiction for another. They share their personal stories and insights on how to recognize and avoid this pitfall.
From using the TV as a mealtime crutch to finding new interests that don't trigger old habits, they offer practical advice for anyone on a sobriety journey. Neuroplasticity, the brain's ability to form new connections, plays a big role in their discussion. They explain how creating new associations with everyday tasks can help in recovery. For instance, eating without the TV on or finding new ways to wind down before bed can make a huge difference.
The episode isn't all serious, though. Dillan's childhood fascination with tornadoes and a chat about global warming and natural disasters add a lighter touch. This mix of heartfelt advice and light-hearted banter makes for an engaging listen. Tune in to hear how you can replace addictive behaviors with healthier habits and build new connections in your sober life.