Tanya and Jerry Gioia
Tanya and Jerry Gioia
Get Over Indulgence with Duncan Bhaskaran Brown
Get Over Indulgence with Duncan Bhaskaran Brown
Get Over Indulgence with Duncan Bhaskaran Brown
Friday 12th July 2024
Duncan Bhaskaran Brown shares his journey from addiction to a purpose-driven life, offering practical tips and heartfelt stories on Sober on Purpose.
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Tanya and Jerry Gioia
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Sobriety Toolkit
Family Recovery from Addiction
Navigating Challenges in Recovery
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Episode Overview
- Overcoming addiction involves transforming your lifestyle.
- Finding purpose and meaning is crucial for long-term recovery.
- Family dynamics can be both a trigger and a support system.
- Cognitive realignment helps in breaking various addictive behaviours.
- Identifying and challenging self-limiting beliefs is essential.
It's all about starting living.
Duncan Bhaskaran Brown joins Jerry and Tanya on Sober on Purpose to share his incredible journey from addiction to a purpose-driven life. As the author of 'Get Over Indulgence', Duncan offers a fresh perspective on overcoming addictive habits, not just by quitting substances but by transforming one's entire lifestyle. The episode is packed with fascinating statistics about alcohol use, including the staggering fact that 30.8% of white British men have an alcohol problem.
Duncan doesn't just stop at alcohol; he dives into how he conquered smoking and junk food as well, making his story relatable to anyone struggling with multiple addictions. Duncan's approach is both practical and compassionate. He discusses the importance of finding purpose and meaning in life, which he believes is crucial for long-term recovery. He shares how cognitive realignment can be applied to various addictive behaviours, from smoking to binge-eating.
His personal anecdotes, like staring at a packet of cookies and realising he was eating them just like he used to drink, make the episode both engaging and insightful. The conversation also touches on family dynamics and how they can be a trigger or a support system in one's recovery journey. Duncan talks about the role his wife played in his decision to quit smoking and how becoming a father motivated him to stay sober.
He offers actionable advice on identifying and challenging self-limiting beliefs, making this episode a must-listen for anyone looking to make a positive change in their life. Don't miss out on Duncan's practical tips and heartfelt stories that could inspire you to take that first step towards a healthier, happier life. Tune in for an episode that's not just about quitting alcohol but about starting to live fully.