Pastor Aaron Shaw
Pastor Aaron Shaw
Let's Talk Recovery S2E8 - Your Other Why // Aaron Shaw & Caleb Spreiter
Let's Talk Recovery S2E8 - Your Other Why // Aaron Shaw & Caleb Spreiter
Let's Talk Recovery S2E8 - Your Other Why // Aaron Shaw & Caleb Spreiter
Friday 24th February 2023
Aaron Shaw and Caleb Spreiter discuss childhood trauma, boredom, and societal pressures as root causes of addiction on 'Let's Talk Recovery'.
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Get the buttons here!Unpacking the 'Other Why' of Addiction with Aaron Shaw and Caleb Spreiter
We're a society that's aimless and people lack their purpose. We haven't come to see ourselves that way. But I mean the powers that be kind of come to see us, that you're just there to keep the economic machine going and just pay.
Ever wondered what drives addiction beyond the obvious? In this episode of 'Let's Talk Recovery', hosts Aaron Shaw and Caleb Spreiter dive deep into the often-overlooked root causes of addiction. They explore how childhood trauma, particularly sexual abuse, leaves lasting scars that can lead to substance abuse as a coping mechanism. Caleb shares, 'Trauma is so prevalent...because of the level of sexual abuse that happened in our societies'.
It's a sobering reminder of how early life experiences can shape our adult struggles. But that's not all—boredom and a lack of purpose also play significant roles in pushing people toward addiction. Aaron notes, 'We're a society that's aimless and people lack their purpose. We haven't come to see ourselves that way'. This societal aimlessness can make it tough to break free from the cycle of addiction.
The episode doesn't shy away from discussing how addiction impacts families, especially those in lower-income brackets. Caleb highlights that it's often the children who suffer the most in these situations. Aaron and Caleb also talk about how societal pressures to conform and the pursuit of indulgence over purpose contribute to addiction. They emphasize the importance of questioning one's beliefs and values as a crucial step in recovery.
This episode is packed with eye-opening insights and practical advice for anyone affected by addiction, whether directly or through a loved one. It's a compelling listen that challenges you to look beyond the surface and understand the deeper issues at play.