Overcoming PTSD
Overcoming PTSD
#21 Short Term Pain, Long Term Pleasure | Recovery Secrets Series
#21 Short Term Pain, Long Term Pleasure | Recovery Secrets Series
#21 Short Term Pain, Long Term Pleasure | Recovery Secrets Series
Monday 27th October 2025
Explore how embracing short-term discomfort can lead to long-term benefits in PTSD recovery. Featuring insights from Kayleen Wright & Brad Schipke.
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Episode Overview
- Embrace short-term discomfort for long-term benefits.
- Break free from the instant gratification loop.
- Challenge and rewire limiting beliefs.
- Build habits that support lasting recovery.
- Focus on mindset shifts for transformative healing.
"Don't do what's easy, do what's right. It's harder to be addicted than it is to be sober."
What drives someone to seek a life without alcohol? In this episode of the Recovery Secrets Series, hosts Kayleen Wright and Brad Schipke tackle the intriguing concept of 'Short-Term Pain, Long-Term Pleasure.' They explore how embracing discomfort in the moment can lead to significant long-term benefits, particularly in the journey of overcoming PTSD and addiction.
The duo breaks down the instant gratification loop, explaining how our brains are hardwired for quick rewards, yet true healing and satisfaction often require patience and perseverance. Kayleen shares her personal journey from rock bottom to recovery, illustrating how facing short-term pain can ultimately lead to long-term peace and self-respect. The episode is peppered with practical advice, like 'loving the lag'—the period between effort and reward—and how this mindset shift can transform your recovery journey.
Listeners are encouraged to challenge their beliefs about pain and pleasure, and to question whether their current habits are truly serving them. Brad and Kayleen discuss the ripple effect of daily choices, highlighting how opting for short-term discomfort can pave the way for a healthier, more fulfilling life. So, are you ready to embrace a little discomfort for a lifetime of pleasure? This episode might just inspire you to take that first step.