Dr. Jacques de Broekert
Dr. Jacques de Broekert
The Institute Of Higher Unlearning 2: New Things To Learn
The Institute Of Higher Unlearning 2: New Things To Learn
The Institute Of Higher Unlearning 2: New Things To Learn
Friday 3rd March 2023
Dr. Jacques de Broekert discusses unlearning old habits and embracing new ones for addiction recovery in this insightful episode.
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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!Rewiring Your Mind: Dr. Jacques on Unlearning and Adopting New Habits
So when you've learned that isolation is your best friend, then you have to learn that working with other people, being around other people, your peers, that actually needs to be your new best friend, and your best friend actually was more of a frenemy than a friend.
What if the key to your recovery lies in unlearning what you thought you knew? In this episode of 'Doc Jacques: Your Addiction Lifeguard', Dr. Jacques de Broekert takes listeners on a journey of replacing old, destructive habits with new, positive ones. He breaks down why it's essential to recognize that isolation, once seen as a friend, is actually a foe in the battle against addiction.
Instead, he champions the power of community and group activities like therapy sessions, which can be game-changers in reducing the shame often felt in recovery. Dr. Jacques doesn't sugarcoat the effort required. He emphasizes that setting realistic expectations is crucial to avoid the pitfalls of disappointment and unrealistic goals. He offers practical advice on how to work on recovery every single day, even if it's just for a few minutes.
The mantra here is consistency—understanding that each small step is a victory on the path to sobriety. Throughout the episode, Dr. Jacques shares insights that are both profound and accessible, making the daunting task of unlearning old habits seem achievable. He reassures listeners that it's not about how many times you stumble, but how many times you rise again.
This episode serves as a beacon of hope, reminding us all that recovery is a journey requiring time, patience, and a lot of heart. If you're looking to understand how to effectively replace old habits with new ones and want practical tips from an expert who truly gets it, this episode is for you. Tune in to hear Dr. Jacques' compassionate yet straightforward approach to addiction recovery.