EP 44: Reasons
EP 44: Reasons

Craving Wolves Addiction Podcast

Carel Van Heerden explores the reasons behind substance use and the importance of understanding your triggers in this insightful episode.

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32:47•17 Oct 2022

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Craving Wolves Addiction Podcast

Carel van Heerden

The podcast to help you battle the everyday struggle with addiction, cravings, dependency and bad habits but also give you some helpful tips and good habits that help me. This podcast will give my struggles and triumphs with addiction some life and hopefully assist you in your own battle regarding addiction. The reason for the name and artwork of this Podcast is based on the Yin Yang sign from Taoism, depicted by two wolves, a good wolf and an evil wolf. A concept of addiction is that these wolves live inside you and you have to choose which one to feed… Addiction effects everyone in a different way, a different reaction to different substances, some people are able to have one drink and never be concerned others have one and there whole life turns upside down. A small note about me, my biggest dependencies were cigarettes and alcohol and I am more that 5 year free of both of them. This podcast will house my point of view on addiction, dependency, cravings, Habits (Good and Bad) and give a platform for people to reach out and let their stories be heard, through me or as a guest on the show. I will discuss things that helped me in the battle and obstacles that hindered me throughout the continuous war with addiction. The Podcast will have a feel good serious vibe where some hard topics will be discussed in relieving way to deal with these hard topics. I want to let you know you are not alone in this struggle and together we can start saying no to things that don’t fulfil us and yes to things that do.

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Understanding the 'Why' Behind Substance Use with Carel Van Heerden

“Look at it like this is holding me back from being the best version of myself. So now you see, okay, if I want to be the best version of myself, I need to stop this, because I first I need to work with my feelings, you know. Then I can use certain tools to be the better version of myself.”

What drives us to reach for that drink or light up a cigarette? In this episode of the 'Craving Wolves Addiction Podcast', Carel Van Heerden dives into the reasons behind substance use. Whether it's stress, boredom, or something deeper, Carel encourages listeners to look within and identify their personal triggers. By understanding the 'why', you can start to address the root causes of your addiction. Carel also emphasizes the importance of sharing your reasons with friends and family.

This transparency can foster support and understanding, making your journey to sobriety a bit easier. Tune in to hear Carel's insights on how external influences play a role in substance use and why feeding your 'good wolf' is crucial for becoming the best version of yourself. If you're ready to take a step towards a healthier life, this episode offers valuable advice and heartfelt encouragement.

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