Todd Zalkins
Todd Zalkins
Z-Man Podcast #51 Lauren Dummit
Z-Man Podcast #51 Lauren Dummit
Z-Man Podcast #51 Lauren Dummit
Friday 30th November 2018
Lauren Dummit explores trauma's impact on addiction and recovery with Todd Zalkins on The Z-Man Podcast. Tune in for insights and practical advice.
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Todd Zalkins
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Sobriety Toolkit
Innovative Treatments & Recovery Paths
Family Recovery from Addiction
Creative Recovery Journeys
Body & Mind
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Get the buttons here!Unpacking Trauma and Addiction with Lauren Dummit on The Z-Man Podcast
I think that addiction is an intimacy disorder. So I think that they're all interrelated, and when people heal from their addiction, ultimately that has been their survival mechanism, and so I love doing the work where you get them into healing and past just survival into like thriving.
How does trauma intertwine with addiction? In this episode of The Z-Man Podcast, Todd Zalkins sits down with Lauren Dummit, a licensed psychotherapist and certified sex addiction therapist, to untangle this complex relationship. They dive into the ways trauma can shape various forms of addiction, from substance use to sex and love addiction, and even intimacy disorders. Lauren Dummit doesn't just stop at the 'what' and 'why'—she digs into the 'how'. How do family dynamics play into addiction?
How can setting boundaries aid in recovery? And crucially, how do we move from merely surviving to truly thriving? These are just some of the questions she tackles with Todd. One of the most eye-opening parts of their conversation is the idea that addiction is an intimacy disorder. To fully recover, individuals must go beyond just quitting their addictive behaviors; they need to heal their relationships and emotional lives.
Dummit shares practical strategies for overcoming shame and seeking help, emphasizing the importance of external support systems. The episode also touches on understanding trauma in its various forms—big T and little t—and how these experiences contribute to addiction. Dummit offers insights into making meaning out of our pasts as a vital step in the healing process. Whether you're dealing with addiction yourself or supporting someone who is, this episode offers a wealth of wisdom and actionable advice.
Tune in for a heartfelt and enlightening discussion that promises to leave you with a deeper understanding of the intricate dance between trauma and addiction.