Justin Otto
Justin Otto
Gillian Tietz
Gillian Tietz
Gillian Tietz
Tuesday 8th September 2020
Justin Otto and biologist Gillian Tietz explore sobriety, addiction, chemical hooks, and neural pathways on Dharma Junkie.
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58 minutes
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Author:
Justin Otto
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Spiritual & Personal Growth Journeys
Mindful Recovery
Mindfulness & Emotional Wellbeing
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
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Get the buttons here!Gillian Tietz: Unraveling the Science Behind Sobriety on Dharma Junkie
As long as I've got zero calories, cause, you know, I gotta go to the gym and I gotta look good, right, right, I gotta look good to sit at my house for podcasting, for videos that I don't use. But, you know, find something you're passionate about and do it and watch your fucking life change.
Ever wondered about the science behind addiction and recovery? In this episode of Dharma Junkie, Justin Otto sits down with Gillian Tietz, a biologist and the host of the Sober Powered Podcast, to explore these very questions. They dive into the intricacies of sobriety, discussing everything from chemical hooks that keep people addicted to how new neural pathways can be formed during recovery. Gillian shares her personal journey with addiction, offering a unique blend of scientific knowledge and lived experience.
She opens up about the role of step groups in her recovery process and highlights the transformative power of fitness and finding new passions. This episode isn't just for those struggling with addiction; it's also for anyone curious about the brain's role in habits and change. Join Justin and Gillian for a conversation that promises to be both enlightening and empowering.