Dr. Jacques de Broekert
Dr. Jacques de Broekert
Need or Want In Recovery: What's The Difference
Need or Want In Recovery: What's The Difference
Need or Want In Recovery: What's The Difference
Thursday 7th July 2022
Dr. Jacques de Broekert breaks down the key difference between needing and wanting recovery in this episode of 'Doc Jacques: Your Addiction Lifeguard'.
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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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Get the buttons here!Need vs. Want in Recovery: Understanding the Difference with Dr. Jacques
The want does not replace need, need and want need to coexist within you for you to really successfully get into recovery.
Is there a real difference between needing and wanting recovery? Dr. Jacques de Broekert thinks so, and he’s here to break it down for you. In this episode of 'Doc Jacques: Your Addiction Lifeguard', Dr. Jacques takes a deep dive into these two seemingly similar yet fundamentally different concepts. Recovery isn't just about what you need; it's also about what you want. Dr. Jacques highlights why understanding this distinction can make or break your journey to sobriety.
He touches on the importance of being honest with your clinicians, the struggle to keep positive feelings alive during tough times, and the critical choice between addiction and recovery. Dr. Jacques also sheds light on how clinicians can offer genuine care and support, making a huge difference in the lives of those battling addiction. If you're navigating the rough waters of addiction or know someone who is, this episode is a treasure trove of insights.
Tune in to discover how to balance need and want for a successful recovery journey.