#4 Freedom from Addiction#4 Freedom from Addiction
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There are countless types of addictions. Some are deadly and some are so engrained they go almost overlooked. But whether our addiction is to drugs, alcohol, food, sex, shopping, technology, relationships, or even the subtle addiction to thought itself,
28:01•15 Jan 2013
Facing the Fire: Gangaji on Freedom from Addiction
Episode Overview
- Addiction can be a call to return to one's true self.
- Recognise addiction as both a search for and an obstacle to fulfilment.
- Confronting the existential abyss can help break free from addiction.
- Addiction isn't just substances; it includes thoughts and behaviours.
- True freedom lies in surrendering rather than fighting or managing cravings.
“"With any addiction, the impulse is so strong to get rid of the craving... But instead, let it burn, burn, burn."”
Ever wondered what it takes to find freedom from addiction? In this thought-provoking episode, Gangaji and host Hillary Larson tackle the complex web of addiction, ranging from the obvious culprits like drugs and alcohol to the more subtle addictions such as thoughts and relationships. Gangaji challenges the conventional approach of numbing or escaping cravings and instead invites listeners to let them burn, comparing this struggle to the trials faced by Buddha and Christ.
Throughout the episode, Gangaji shares her own experiences with addiction, offering a fresh perspective that transcends traditional therapeutic methods. She emphasises the importance of recognising addiction as a call to return to one's true self rather than merely a prison. This episode isn't about demonising substances or habits but about understanding the personal mechanics that lead to addiction.
Listeners are encouraged to confront their own 'abyss'—that existential fear that often drives addictive behaviour—and to consider the possibility of transformation through acceptance rather than denial. With humour and compassion, Gangaji explores how addiction can be both a pursuit of fulfilment and an obstacle to it, offering a new orientation that could be the key to breaking free. Are you ready to face your own abyss and find the peace that's always been there?
This episode might just be the nudge you need.
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