We're trying to map out spirituality I like to kind of place it within the realm of a person How do I interface with spirit Where's my spirit What was going on with me There are a few terms that are helpful Some I talked about in previous videos The Higher Self and Ego Self: Part of the Psyche There's a higher self that’s more of a rational observer mind The par...
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As I look back over the last several months of working with individuals and families towards recovery, I promise I am terribly understating when I describe interventions as a process versus an event All interventions are a process, I promise you, and I promise you so is recovery Firsthand, I reflect on my nearly 17-year journey of recovery and recognize the years I spent in my addiction l...
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If your loved one struggles with addiction, you probably have more questions than answers Questions like: Where do I find help What level of treatment does my loved one need Where can I find addiction treatment where my loved one will be comfortable What happens when detox/residential treatment is completed What is the difference between outpatient and IOP in Santa Monica An...
Read MoreRead MoreResistance to Rehab: 3 Common Objections Addiction is a serious problem that can have devastating consequences for the individual, their family, and their community If you or someone you know is struggling with addiction, it is important to seek help as soon as possible Rehab can be an essential part of the recovery process, but it is not always easy to convince someone to go Here are t...
Read MoreRead MoreWhat to expect in this episode: Traditional psychology has taken a central role in recovery and treating addiction, but it may not be ideal Psychotherapists often recommend AA or treatment because no progress can be made while in active addiction Immersing in the recovery culture to help the psychology of recovery Psychology and Recovery Its a newer phenomenon that psych...
Read MoreRead MoreWHAT TO EXPECT Understanding How Addiction Hijacks Rationality Semi-Rational Reasoning The Ego and Justifications Understanding How Addiction Hijacks Rationality Addiction Hijacks our "semi-rational" thoughts to justify ego desires The simplest way to put this is to tell a story Dealing with Cravings I remember working with a cl...
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