Success and Sobriety: Navigating the Hidden Risks
The actions you take to produce recovery will themselves be as desirable to you as the thing you originally craved.
Picture this: you've been doing great in your recovery journey, feeling on top of the world. But did you know that this high point might actually be when you're most at risk? In this episode of Recovery Road, Dr. Omar Manejwala breaks down why success can be a double-edged sword in sobriety. Drawing from his book 'Craving', he explains how the neurobiology of addiction makes us vulnerable just when we think we've got it all figured out. Dr.
Manejwala highlights the fine line between healthy confidence and overconfidence, offering insights on how to build true confidence that supports long-term recovery. He also introduces the concept of the 'confidence zone', where positive behaviors become not just habits but sources of genuine joy. The episode wraps up with an empowering message: freedom from cravings is about changing what you want by changing what you do.
This is essential listening for anyone committed to maintaining their sobriety and understanding the nuanced challenges that come with success.