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  • From Survival to Arrival: The 10-Step Paradigm Shift for Addiction Recovery

From Survival to Arrival: The 10-Step Paradigm Shift for Addiction Recovery

Wednesday 11th February 2026

Discover how the 10-Step Paradigm Shift transforms addiction recovery through spirituality and self-awareness with Mark L Lockwood.
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Contemplative Intelligence© & Spiritual Transformation with Mark L Lockwood
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Mindfulness & Emotional Wellbeing
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From Survival to Arrival: Shifting Paradigms in Addiction Recovery

Episode Overview

  • Addiction is a response to trauma, not a character flaw.
  • The 'skyscraper of consciousness' measures recovery progress.
  • Shedding ego defences leads to self-love and resilience.
  • Questioning beliefs is key to spiritual awakening.
  • Choose actions that nourish your soul for true recovery.
"Addiction is not a character flaw; it's a normal response to an abnormal situation."
Ever wondered what it takes to transform an addictive personality into a spiritually awakened self? This episode of 'Contemplative Intelligence & Spiritual Transformation' with Mark L Lockwood explores the groundbreaking 10-Step Paradigm Shift for Addiction Recovery. Mark argues that addiction isn't a character flaw but a response to trauma, urging listeners to shift from survival to thriving by moving from a personality-driven life to one rooted in spirituality.
The podcast introduces the concept of the 'skyscraper of consciousness,' a metaphorical scale measuring one's journey from the depths of addiction to the heights of spiritual freedom. Listeners are invited to plot their recovery progress on this scale, offering a tangible way to measure personal growth. The episode highlights how ego defences like the 'controller' and 'victim' masks can weigh us down, and how shedding these can lead to self-love and resilience.
Mark emphasises that true recovery involves questioning long-held beliefs and stories about oneself. Inspired by Einstein's process of inquiry, he encourages a shift from reactive behaviours to conscious, creative living. By accessing what he calls our 'internal pharmacy,' individuals can achieve brain-heart coherence, easing fear and opening up to love and creativity. Listeners will find themselves pondering whether their daily choices nourish their soul—a crucial question in the journey from survival to spiritual arrival.
So, are you ready to let go of outdated narratives and embrace your sacred self?
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