Healing Addictions: Embrace Self-Love with Dr. Margaret Paul
When you want to love yourself, you want responsibility for learning to bring love inside, not making other people responsible.
Ever wondered why addictions seem so hard to shake off? Dr. Margaret Paul unpacks this mystery in her 'Inner Bonding' podcast, focusing on how addictions often stem from a lack of self-love and self-abandonment. In this episode, she explains that addictive behaviors are ways we try to dodge our painful emotions, but they end up leaving us feeling even more empty and disconnected. Dr.
Paul emphasizes the importance of facing these feelings head-on and bringing love and compassion to them as a path to healing. She introduces listeners to the six-step Inner Bonding® process, a powerful method designed to help you connect with your higher guidance and heal from within. This process is all about taking responsibility for your own feelings rather than relying on others to make you feel whole.
By practicing self-love and compassion, you can break free from the cycle of addiction and find true joy and fulfillment. Dr. Paul’s approach is both practical and deeply empathetic, making it accessible for anyone struggling with addiction or supporting someone who is. She offers actionable advice and insights that can help you transform your relationship with yourself and pave the way for lasting recovery.
If you're ready to understand the root causes of your addictive behaviors and start a journey towards self-love and healing, this episode is a must-listen.