Dr. Jacques de Broekert
Dr. Jacques de Broekert
Dealing with Sadness in Addiction — Learning to Feel Without Drowning
Dealing with Sadness in Addiction — Learning to Feel Without Drowning
Dealing with Sadness in Addiction — Learning to Feel Without Drowning
Tuesday 21st October 2025
Explore how sadness impacts addiction recovery with Dr. Jacques. Learn to process emotions safely without drowning.
27 minutes
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Healing
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Dr. Jacques de Broekert
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Sobriety Toolkit
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Family Recovery from Addiction
Recovery from Trauma
Creative Recovery Journeys
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Episode Overview
- Sadness is often the hidden undercurrent driving addiction.
- Acknowledging sadness is crucial for healing.
- Build a support network to safely process emotions.
- Sadness can be transformed into strength and self-compassion.
- Avoid isolating; engage with recovery communities.
"Sadness is not your enemy; it's your messenger. Listen to it and learn from it."
What happens when sadness becomes the undercurrent of addiction? In this compelling episode of 'Doc Jacques: Your Addiction Lifeguard,' Dr. Jacques de Broekert, a seasoned psychologist and addiction specialist, takes listeners on a journey through the emotional labyrinth of sadness and addiction. Dr. Jacques, known for his candid approach, discusses how sadness can feel like a rip current, pulling individuals deeper into their addiction.
He delves into the societal norms that often teach us to suppress our emotions, especially sadness, which is frequently misunderstood as a weakness. Dr. Jacques highlights how sadness often masquerades as anger or humour, particularly in men, due to cultural expectations. He explains that acknowledging and feeling sadness is not a defect but rather an essential part of healing.
The episode is peppered with personal anecdotes and practical advice on how to process these feelings safely without letting them lead to isolation or further addiction. Listeners are encouraged to build a support network, engage in recovery communities, and seek professional help to navigate these tumultuous emotions. Dr. Jacques emphasises that sadness is not the enemy but a messenger that can guide one towards empathy and self-compassion.
By understanding and embracing these emotions, individuals can transform sadness into a source of strength and recovery. So, if you've ever felt overwhelmed by sadness or struggled to manage your emotions in recovery, this episode offers both comfort and guidance. Remember, you're not alone in this journey. What if sadness could be your greatest teacher?