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Native Addiction Healing

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  • Illusions vs Peace

Illusions vs Peace

Thursday 7th September 2023

Roland Martin explores trauma's role in addiction within Native American communities, advocating mindfulness for healing and transformation.
25 minutes
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Native Addiction Healing
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Understanding Addiction & Recovery
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Family Recovery from Addiction
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Illusions and Peace: Roland Martin on Healing from Trauma

Episode Overview

  • Addiction as a trauma response and the impact of intergenerational trauma
  • Exploring adverse childhood experiences and the development of core belief systems
  • Advocating for a shift in perspective through mindfulness and stillness practices
  • Highlighting the potential for healing and transformation from addiction
  • Embracing introspection and awareness for inner peace and renewal
Healing is unlearning what was learned or acquired earlier in life. It is releasing an unhelpful mindset that carries guilt, shame, victimization, and pain. We grow, heal, and change through seeing things differently.
How do we recognize illusions when they’ve been part of our reality for so long? In this episode of 'Native Addiction Healing', Roland Martin, a seasoned drug and alcohol counselor, takes us on a journey through the complexities of addiction and trauma in Native American communities. He dives deep into how addiction often stems from trauma rather than being a standalone issue.
Roland sheds light on the impact of intergenerational trauma and adverse childhood experiences, explaining how these factors shape our core beliefs and emotional responses. His insights encourage a shift in perspective, advocating for the practice of stillness and mindfulness as tools to challenge the illusionary states of pain we often live in. Through introspection and awareness, Roland highlights the potential for profound healing and transformation.
This episode offers a unique perspective on the internal battles faced by those struggling with addiction, making it a must-listen for anyone interested in understanding the deeper roots of addiction and the path to inner peace.