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64 minutes
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Jun 19, 2019
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Whether it is a dependence on drugs, alcohol or gambling, the general assumption is that once a person enters recovery for an addiction, they should be “cured” of all Addiction Replacements. However, the prevalence of addiction replacement shows the true nature of addiction for what it is — a disease. We alcoholics suffer. Before program, our obsession with drugs and alcohol led to the destruction of everything important to us. Even after program, new obsessions can also cause us to suffer, even without the alcohol. Sure, it’s obvious that our addictive behavior is the source of our own misery, but we may still seem unwilling to change. We are unwilling to change because of many things, but usually, it’s fear. We people with addictions must learn how to find courage. Our generous Recovered Podcast Community allows us to be self supporting and not rely on outside contributions. If you would like to join us, there are three ways. Episode Sponsorship We will recognize you by first name only at the top, mid, and end of the episode. Any amount will qualify. Premium Membership This is the single most effective way to support the show. Watch the video in its entirety and learn how to become Premium Sustaining Partners We have three ways in which you can participate in this 12-step mission We invite you to be a partner is this work. Call Us Now http://recoveredcast.com/speakpipe Email mark@recoveredcast.com Addiction replacement is substituting one addiction for another. This typically occurs after the recovery process for the original addiction. What is Addiction Replacements to you? What kinds of compulsive behavior did you have as a child? What kinds of compulsive behavior did you have before program? When you were new, did you find a substitute addiction? What was it and what did you get out of it? Did you suffer from this behavior? Did you have guilt and shame? Did you do it in secrete? What types of behaviors do you have to pay attention to? Food Tv Gossip Porn Risk taking Sex Shopping Gambling Exercise Dieting Meetings Work Perfectionism What emotional need are you trying to fulfill? ______________________________________________________ We asked our listeners about this topic. Now, listeners, If you would like to participate in these weekly surveys, just email me an invite request. Email me at mark@recoveredcast.com And I will send you an invite to our Recoveredcast Google group. This group receives the show notes for the upcoming show. You will also receive an invite to participate in the weekly survey. You will also receive a link to call into the show so you can share you experience with the recovery topic. This group helps us prepare for each week’s topic. Again, just email a google group invite request to mark@recoveredcast.com To get involved in each week’s show prep. We asked our listeners, "What types of behaviors do you have to pay attention to?” Did you take the survey? https://www.surveymonkey.com/analyze/rf9dI3HZL8FQhYcsPUgwcmsDgnK8o5joAlei6NvYcZvnS7mDuLR1k8v9pYByLMTH What would be your answer? ________________________________________________________ They say: Individuals in recovery may also experience a lowered level of dopamine in the brain, which would limit their ability to feel happiness or excitement during the early stages of sobriety. This can influence recovering addicts to transfer their past addictive behaviors into other activities or substances as a way to fulfill the craving, and reduce the unpleasant side effects of withdrawal. Can you relate? They say: So while on the surface an activity like shopping can appear as a healthier alternative than abusing drugs, both addictions can produce similar consequences. Signs that an addiction replacement has taken place are: Constantly thinking about your new activity or vice Losing sleep to participate in new activity Trouble at work, school or at home Relationship issues with spouse or loved ones Neglecting self-care and personal hygiene Experi
Released:
Jun 19, 2019
Format:
Podcast episode
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