Dr. Jacques de Broekert
Dr. Jacques de Broekert
Purposeful Remembering
Purposeful Remembering
Purposeful Remembering
Friday 23rd February 2024
Dr. Jacques de Broekert explores 'Purposeful Remembering' in addiction recovery, offering practical advice on facing past mistakes without self-judgment.
27 minutes
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Author:
Dr. Jacques de Broekert
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Categories:
Sobriety Toolkit
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Family Recovery from Addiction
Recovery from Trauma
Creative Recovery Journeys
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Episode Overview
- Revisit past mistakes with intention and care.
- Engage in self-reflection without self-judgment.
- The importance of forgiveness in recovery.
- Do purposeful remembering with someone who cares.
- Let go of self-directed anger to find peace.
'Purposeful remembering is the effort you put forward to remember reality as it really is, not what you would have wanted it to be'
Ever wondered how to face your past without letting it tear you apart? In this episode of 'Doc Jacques: Your Addiction Lifeguard', Dr. Jacques de Broekert dives into the concept of 'Purposeful Remembering'. This isn't just about dredging up painful memories for the sake of it; it's about revisiting your past with intention and care to foster healing and growth. Dr.
Jacques, a seasoned psychologist and addiction specialist, breaks down how to recall those tough times without weaponising them against yourself. He shares his own experiences, including a time when he was homeless, to illustrate that your past doesn't have to define your future. The episode provides practical advice on how to engage in this form of remembering, stressing the importance of doing it with someone who cares about you, whether it's a sponsor or a skilled therapist. Dr.
Jacques also touches on the power of forgiveness and how letting go of self-directed anger can lead to peace. If you're struggling with addiction and looking for ways to heal, this episode offers valuable insights and actionable steps to help you move forward. So why not give it a listen? It might just be the nudge you need to start your journey towards recovery.