Dr. Jacques de Broekert
Dr. Jacques de Broekert
Help, I've Fallen And I Won't Get Up!
Help, I've Fallen And I Won't Get Up!
Help, I've Fallen And I Won't Get Up!
Wednesday 22nd May 2024
Dr. Jacques de Broekert explores feigned helplessness in addiction, offering insights into why some refuse to recover and how to overcome it.
25 minutes
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Dr. Jacques de Broekert
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Sobriety Toolkit
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Family Recovery from Addiction
Recovery from Trauma
Creative Recovery Journeys
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Episode Overview
- Feigned helplessness keeps addicts stuck in their cycles.
- Trauma is often at the root of addiction.
- Creating a safe environment is crucial for recovery.
- Trauma-trained therapists play a key role in genuine healing.
- Honesty and willingness to change are essential for recovery.
'Help, I've fallen and I won't get up' is the result of feigned helplessness, keeping addicts stuck in their cycles.
In this eye-opening episode of 'Doc Jacques: Your Addiction Lifeguard', Dr. Jacques de Broekert, a seasoned psychologist and addiction specialist, tackles the thorny issue of feigned helplessness in addiction recovery. Drawing parallels with a famous commercial from the 90s, Dr. Jacques explains how some individuals say 'Help, I've fallen and I won't get up' as a way to avoid the hard work of recovery.
He delves into the psychological games addicts play, manipulating loved ones into believing they can't help themselves, when in reality, they won't help themselves. Dr. Jacques also touches on the traumatic roots of addiction and how unresolved trauma can keep individuals stuck in a cycle of substance abuse. Through candid anecdotes and clinical insights, Dr. Jacques explores the difference between those who can't get up and those who won't.
He highlights the importance of creating a safe environment for recovery, where individuals can express their true feelings without fear of judgment. The episode also discusses the critical role of trauma-trained therapists in helping addicts face their fears and begin the healing process. Listeners will find this episode both enlightening and challenging as it calls out the often-overlooked manipulative behaviours that can hinder recovery. Dr.
Jacques encourages those struggling with addiction to question their own resistance to change and seek genuine help. This episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to understand the complexities of addiction and the importance of confronting underlying trauma. So, if you're tired of playing games with your recovery or watching a loved one do the same, this episode offers valuable insights and practical advice to help you or your loved one take that crucial first step towards genuine healing.