ACA Tuesday Zoombox
ACA Tuesday Zoombox
Using our Inner Drugstore, Trait 8
Using our Inner Drugstore, Trait 8
Using our Inner Drugstore, Trait 8
Friday 14th June 2024
Gaia shares her recovery journey from chaos addiction rooted in childhood trauma. Learn how ACA tools helped her find peace and stability.
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Episode Overview
- Understanding the 'inner drugstore' concept and its impact on adult children of alcoholics.
- How childhood trauma can lead to a craving for chaos and excitement.
- Practical steps Gaia took to break free from harmful patterns.
- The role of ACA in helping Gaia connect her behaviours to her past trauma.
- Creating a safe and nurturing environment for self-healing.
We create chaos to feel excitement or we procrastinate on the job to feel stress.
Ever wondered why some people seem addicted to chaos? In this episode of ACA Tuesday Zoombox, Gaia takes you on a heartfelt journey through her recovery from growing up in an alcoholic and dysfunctional home. She shares a powerful passage from the ACA red book about 'Trait 8: Using Our Inner Drugstore' and how adult children of alcoholics often seek out excitement and turmoil as a way to feel alive.
Gaia opens up about her personal struggles with creating chaos in her life, from parking meter dramas to running out of petrol on purpose. She also discusses how ACA has helped her break these patterns and create a safer, calmer environment for herself. This episode is a raw and honest look at the lingering effects of childhood trauma and the ongoing journey to healing. If you're seeking inspiration and practical advice on overcoming similar challenges, this episode is a must-listen.