#16 – Sex & Love Addiction Part 2; Buddhist Recovery Summit 2019 Presents#16 – Sex & Love Addiction Part 2; Buddhist Recovery Summit 2019 Presents
BRN Podcast: Buddhist Recovery Network
ft Vimalasara & Deborah Grace
30:27•3 Jun 2019
Untangling Love and Lust: Insights from the Buddhist Recovery Summit
“I think I would say almost all of my clients are addicted to something. That's what brings them to make that phone call, and it may be just addicted to their hatred, their self-hatred.”
In this episode, Deborah Grace and Vimalasara dive deep into the tangled web of sex and love addiction. They explore how trauma-informed recovery methods are essential in addressing these addictive behaviors. Ever wondered how early life experiences shape our neural pathways for pleasure? They touch on that too, explaining how these formative years can influence one's struggles with intimacy and addiction.
The conversation also delves into the concept of the 'hungry ghost' from Buddhist teachings, illustrating its connection to self-hatred and addiction. Deborah shares her insights from Asect training, highlighting how a sex-positive approach can help manage sexual impulses in recovery. This episode offers a glimpse into the upcoming Buddhist Recovery Summit, where experts from various recovery backgrounds will gather to discuss themes like mindfulness, sobriety, and compassion.
Whether you're personally affected by addiction or supporting someone who is, this episode provides valuable perspectives and practical advice for navigating the complexities of sex and love addiction.
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