Breaking Free from Self-Defeating Behaviours
Episode Overview
Identify emotional triggers that lead to self-defeating behaviours. Understand how childhood experiences shape adult habits. Learn biblical insights on the conflict between spirit and flesh. Discover practical steps to replace unhealthy habits with healthier ones. Recognise the role of faith in overcoming addictions.
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Ever wondered why you keep falling into the same traps when it comes to emotional eating or other self-defeating behaviours? In this episode of the Care In Counseling Podcast, Pastor Robert Wilson and co-host Sandy Wright-Meyer tackle these exact issues. They dive into how our emotional needs often drive us to seek comfort in food, social media, or even video games, rather than turning to healthier coping mechanisms.
Sandy shares her personal journey with emotional eating, reflecting on how childhood experiences and the quest for parental approval shaped her relationship with food. Pastor Robert brings a Christian perspective to the discussion, citing biblical passages to highlight the internal conflict between our spiritual aspirations and fleshly desires. The conversation also touches on how other addictions like smoking or excessive social media use serve as substitutes for deeper emotional fulfilment.
The episode isn't just about identifying problems; it's also about offering solutions. You'll hear practical advice on recognising these patterns and strategies to shift towards more constructive habits. Pastor Robert and Sandy's engaging dialogue, sprinkled with humour and real-life anecdotes, makes this episode both enlightening and relatable. So, if you're looking to break free from those self-defeating cycles and live a more fulfilling life, this episode is a must-listen.