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Use your Lizard Brain to get Sober - with Neuroscientist Staci Danfield
Use your Lizard Brain to get Sober - with Neuroscientist Staci Danfield
Use your Lizard Brain to get Sober - with Neuroscientist Staci Danfield
Saturday 21st August 2021
Join Janet and neuroscientist Staci Danfield on Tribe Sober as they discuss using brain science to support sobriety.
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Get the buttons here!Harnessing Your Brain’s Power with Neuroscientist Staci Danfield on Tribe Sober
The good news is that when we understand our brains better, we can actually work with them, and that's when the magic will happen.
Ever thought about how your brain could be your best ally in staying sober? In this engaging episode of Tribe Sober, Janet sits down with neuroscientist Staci Danfield to dive into the fascinating world of our brains and their role in addiction. Staci brings a unique blend of personal and professional experience, making her insights both relatable and scientifically grounded. Staci’s journey began with a personal wake-up call when her husband left just before her 50th birthday.
This life-changing event led her to grad school to study neuroscience. Although she doesn’t struggle with alcohol herself, her father’s battle with alcoholism has deeply influenced her perspective. She shares that convincing someone to stop drinking only works when they make the decision themselves, a lesson she learned the hard way. In this episode, Staci breaks down how our brains can trick us into thinking alcohol makes us happy when it’s actually a depressant.
Years of drinking can alter the brain’s balance, making it harder to quit. She introduces the concept of the 'lizard brain'—the primitive part of our brain responsible for survival instincts—and explains how understanding it can help us manage cravings and triggers. Staci also touches on the low success rates of rehab, emphasizing the importance of community and support in achieving sobriety.
Her practical tips for working with our brains rather than against them offer hope and actionable steps for anyone on the path to an alcohol-free life. Tune in to learn how you can harness the power of your brain to support your sobriety journey. With Staci’s expert advice and Janet’s empathetic hosting, this episode is a treasure trove of knowledge and encouragement.