AIFA Conversation with Dr. Dustin Dunbar PhD.AIFA Conversation with Dr. Dustin Dunbar PhD.
A is for Alcoholic
Today Dr. Dunbar and I talk about the label of "a…
1:04:34•14 Oct 2020
Unpacking the Alcohol Matrix: Dr. Dustin Dunbar PhD on Labels and Liberation
“Alcohol had taken over, completely consumed him, and that is where I'm like. So if I've been sober for Five, I mean three of those were still very, very difficult, that I've been able to kind of process things with my father a little bit, and it's been, and I have more people, people that I talk to like this is something that I hear a lot is that there is things that happen when they're kids, and it doesn't have to be physical abuse, you know, mental, emotional, all that kind of stuff.”
Ever wondered how deeply society's views on alcohol shape our lives? In this episode of 'A is for Alcoholic', John chats with Dr. Dustin Dunbar PhD about the often unseen forces that influence our relationship with alcohol. They tackle the loaded term 'alcoholic' and discuss how subconscious conditioning around alcohol can keep us trapped in what Dr. Dunbar calls 'The Alcohol Matrix'.
The conversation doesn't stop there; it dives into the power of language, the impact of childhood trauma, and the journey to connect our conscious and unconscious minds for a more fulfilling life. Dr. Dunbar opens up about his own struggles with addiction and shares practical advice on how to live in the present and break free from past patterns.
Whether you're navigating your own path to sobriety or supporting someone who is, this episode offers valuable insights and actionable tips to help you along the way.
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