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Personality: The Factor That Trumps All Others
Personality: The Factor That Trumps All Others
Personality: The Factor That Trumps All Others
Friday 11th February 2022
Discover how personality types influence addiction with Paul Tieger on the SMART Recovery® Podcast. Learn about the SMART De-Stress RX Study.
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Get the buttons here!How Personality Shapes Addiction: Insights from Paul Tieger
What might work for somebody is to go join a gym? Meditation might be a way that helps them reduce their stress. We have practical tools for recovery and the kinds of things that you can use- worksheets and others, tools that you may not find in other recovery pathways.
Ever wondered how your personality might influence your journey with addiction? In this episode of the SMART Recovery® Podcast, Paul Tieger, a renowned personality psychologist and founder of Speed Reading People, LLC, dives into the intriguing connection between personality types and addiction. With five bestselling books under his belt and a wealth of experience, Paul brings a unique perspective to understanding who we are and how it impacts our behaviors, including addiction.
Paul shares his fascinating experiences, including his most famous case as a jury consultant, shedding light on how people often see what they want to see. He introduces the groundbreaking SMART De-Stress RX Study, which aims to determine genetic predispositions to addiction based on personality types. This study could revolutionize how we approach addiction recovery by tailoring strategies to individual personality types. Throughout the discussion, Paul emphasizes the importance of avoiding research bias and using practical tools for recovery.
He explains how the COVID era has influenced personality types and the value of personalized stress reduction techniques. This episode is packed with insights that could change how you view addiction and recovery. Whether you're struggling with addiction yourself or supporting someone who is, this episode offers valuable information on finding a recovery pathway that suits your unique personality. Tune in to learn more about the SMART De-Stress RX Study and how SMART Recovery® provides resources tailored to individual needs.