Welcome to the Think Unbroken Podcast, where we are thrilled to have Dr. Anna Lembke, a renowned addiction researcher and scientist, as our guest. Dr. Lembke is a professor of psychiatry at Stanford University School of Medicine and the Chief of the Stanford Addiction Medicine Dual Diagnosis Clinic. She has dedicated her life to helping and treating people with addiction and is considered one of the leading experts on addiction on the planet.
In this episode, we dive deep into the subject of addiction and its correlation with childhood trauma. As the host of this show, I share my personal battle with addiction, and we discuss how it impacts our lives and those around us. Dr. Lembke's insights and expertise offer practical advice and strategies for navigating addiction and ultimately taking back control of our lives.
We also talk about her book, Dopamine Nation, and how it can help people who are addicted to different behaviors such as their phones, sex, or even listening to podcasts. If you or someone you know is struggling with addiction, then this episode is a must-listen. Tune in to learn from one of the leading addiction experts on the planet and discover how to break free from the cycle of addiction.
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⏱ TIMESTAMPS ⏱
00:00 – INTRO
01:30 – Why Trauma Can Be a Root Cause of Addiction: Exploring the Connection
05:01 – Understanding the Autonomic Response and Survival Mechanisms: A Comprehensive Guide
06:55 – From Pleasure to Pain: The Truth About How What Once Pleased Us Can Bring Us Suffering
12:13 – Effective Ways to Identify and Correct Behaviors That Sabotage Your Success
16:31 – The Science Behind the 30-Day Minimum: Exploring the Data Supporting Efficacy Timeframes
18:44 – Understanding Neurochemistry Efficacy: Exploring the Benefits and Limitations
30:42 – Rising from Rock Bottom: Understanding the Changes That Occur During Challenging Times
36:24 – The Power of Radical Honesty: Exploring the Benefits of Facing the Truth and Overcoming Self-Deception
38:59 – The Key to Radical Life Changes: Understanding the Consistent Factors that Drive Transformation
40:52 – Breaking Free from Biological Barriers: Understanding the Responses that Keep Us Stuck
43:49 – Exploring the Concept of Spirituality: Insights and Perspectives
45:02 – Dr. Anna's Insights: Overcoming Relapses in Life with Practical Advice and Strategies
47:40 – Where do you find Dr. Anna Lembke
48:11 – What does it mean to you to be Unbroken?
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