Ep. 71-Syd on a Silent Mind & AddictionEp. 71-Syd on a Silent Mind & Addiction
Addiction, Alcoholism & The 3 Principles
In this 4.16 minute extract from an early talk, Sydney Banks defines A QUIET MIND or A SILENT MIND by saying it's a mind that is NOT contaminated by negative thoughts from the past or the present. He ties a non-silent mind to alcoholism and addiction,...
4:17•19 Aug 2022
Sydney Banks on Finding Peace: The Silent Mind's Role in Addiction Recovery
“These past negative thoughts are like ghosts that haunt you. There's no common sense that can come out of it, no matter how desperate. Your negative thoughts are from the past. These are the thoughts that get you into trouble now. These are the thoughts that create the alcoholic.”
Imagine a mind free from the constant chatter of negative thoughts. In this episode of 'Addiction, Alcoholism & The 3 Principles', Sydney Banks sits down with hosts Harry Derbitsky and Greg Suchy to discuss the transformative power of a silent mind. Banks describes a silent mind as one that isn't bogged down by negative thoughts from the past or present.
He draws a direct link between these negative thoughts and addiction, suggesting that they can trap individuals in cycles of suffering and substance abuse. By cultivating a silent mind, Banks argues, people can break free from these cycles and find a path to recovery. He also touches on the importance of forgiveness and positive thinking, offering practical advice for achieving a quieter, more peaceful state of mind.
This episode is not just about theory; it provides actionable insights that can help anyone struggling with addiction or supporting a loved one on their recovery journey.
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