Breaking the Cycle: How To Overcome Addiction & Unhealed Trauma
Breaking the Cycle: Hope and Healing for Addiction and Trauma
In our latest episode of Flip Your Mindset, titled "Breaking the Cycle: How To Overcome Addiction & Unhealed Trauma," we explore the powerful journeys of healing from addiction and unhealed trauma. Rex Haynes Henderson and another inspiring guest share their personal stories and offer valuable insights to help you break free from these cycles.
From Food Addiction to Self-Discovery:
Rex vulnerably shares his battle with addiction, which began subtly with food in childhood and progressed to substance abuse. He describes the years of struggling with sobriety and relapse before reaching a turning point. This raw honesty allows listeners to connect with the universality of addiction's grip.
Finding Support and Understanding the Cause:
The episode features another speaker who details their experience with addiction and the exhaustion that finally led them to seek help. This speaker sheds light on the importance of understanding the root causes of addiction, rather than simply treating the symptoms. They emphasize that rehab provided a safe space for healing and self-discovery.
Is AA Right for You? Exploring Alternative Approaches:
The conversation delves into the effectiveness of traditional recovery programs like 12-step programs. One speaker discusses how focusing solely on the "addict" identity can be limiting. They advocate for a trauma-informed approach that emphasizes healing the underlying wounds that may have contributed to the addiction in the first place.
Dissociation: A Hidden Challenge:
The episode explores dissociation, a coping mechanism where individuals disconnect from their emotions and physical sensations. Speakers discuss how dissociation can be a barrier to healing and offer methods for reconnecting with your authentic self, including practices that build compassion and body awareness.
The Body Keeps the Score: Tools for Healing
The power of the mind-body connection is explored. The episode highlights the book "The Body Keeps the Score" by Bessel van der Kolk, which explores how trauma can become trapped in the body. Speakers discuss methods like hypnosis to help clients reconnect with their bodies and release past trauma.
Hope and Support on Your Recovery Journey
This episode is a beacon of hope for those struggling with addiction or trauma. Rex Haynes Henderson extends a helping hand through his website "Befriend Your Beast," offering resources and support for your recovery journey. The episode also highlights the book "Feelings Buried Alive" by Karol K Truman for further exploration of emotional healing.
Join us for Part Two!
This episode is just the beginning. Stay tuned for part two, where Rex dives deeper into how he helps others overcome addiction and find lasting healing.
Remember, you are not alone on this journey. Listen to this episode and take the first step towards breaking the cycle of addiction and trauma.past and step into your power.
