Craving Relief: Uniting Behavioral Therapy and Buddhist Wisdom for Addiction Recovery

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What if you could gain control over your cravings, wouldn't this transform your journey to sobriety? Join us as we, Luke DeBoy, a therapist, and Zaw Maw, a seasoned Buddhist practitioner, share practical strategies to manage the intense urges that often accompany recovery. Together, we offer a blend of therapeutic and Buddhist perspectives to help you recognize, understand, and ultimately reduce the power of your cravings. Learn about the three R's and discover how mindfulness can be a powerful tool in distinguishing between being the craving and being with the craving.
In this episode, we discuss how cravings go beyond substances, affecting behaviors and foods, and their significant impact on your moods. Discover the Buddhist concept of craving (tanha) as a source of suffering and how this ancient wisdom, combined with behavioral therapy, can help you break the cycle of addiction. We also share practical tips how to navigate social situations during recovery. Our aim is to equip you with tools that can make a real difference in your journey to healing and growth.
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Chapter

1. Strategies to Manage and Overcome Cravings (00:00:00)

2. Understanding and Managing Cravings (00:04:45)

3. Cravings, Moods, and Overcoming Addiction (00:15:33)

4. Mindfulness and Techniques to Manage Cravings (00:22:34)

5. Navigating Cravings and Recovery Strategies (00:35:32)

6. Active Recovery Practices and Support Systems (00:47:11)

7. Engage, Support, and Grow Together (00:57:49)