Climbing the Skyscraper of Consciousness: A New Approach to Addiction Recovery
Episode Overview
Understanding the stages of addiction recovery through the 'Skyscraper of Consciousness' model. The role of primal survival responses in addiction. How self-awareness begins in the reactive zone. The significance of self-love, forgiveness, and vulnerability in healing. Tracking and measuring progress to achieve recovery.
Recovery is possible, so keep climbing.
Ever wondered what it takes to rise above addiction and truly transform your life? In this episode, Mark L Lockwood introduces his unique model, the 'Skyscraper of Consciousness', designed to guide individuals through the stages of addiction recovery. Drawing from his 24 years of experience in addiction psychology, Mark breaks down this innovative approach, comparing the recovery journey to ascending a towering skyscraper.
Each floor represents a different stage of consciousness, starting from the basement levels of primal survival responses, where addiction often takes root, to the highest levels of transcendence and self-actualisation. You'll hear about the raw emotions and challenges faced in the survival zone, the beginnings of self-awareness in the reactive zone, and the profound shifts that occur as you climb higher. Mark emphasises the importance of self-love, forgiveness, and vulnerability as key components of recovery.
By tracking and measuring progress through each level, individuals can pinpoint their current state and map out a clear path to recovery. This episode is packed with practical advice and inspiring insights that will resonate with anyone on their own journey to healing. Ready to start your climb? Tune in and discover how you can reach the penthouse of your potential.