Dr. Jud Brewer
Dr. Jud Brewer
Habit Change Addiction - Mindfulness Meets Addiction: A New Path to Recovery
Habit Change Addiction - Mindfulness Meets Addiction: A New Path to Recovery
Habit Change Addiction - Mindfulness Meets Addiction: A New Path to Recovery
Saturday 2nd August 2025
Discover how mindfulness can reshape addiction recovery, offering a fresh perspective beyond willpower.
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Dr. Jud Brewer
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Mindful Recovery
Mindfulness & Emotional Wellbeing
Mindfulness & Technology in Health
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Navigating Intimate Relationships
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Episode Overview
- Mindfulness can help break the cycle of addictive behaviour by increasing awareness of cravings.
- Dopamine drives habit loops, making addiction hard to overcome.
- Mindfulness-based relapse prevention offers structured techniques for managing cravings.
- Apps like Craving to Quit make mindfulness accessible for addiction recovery.
- Mindfulness has potential applications beyond addiction, aiding in overall well-being.
"Mindfulness gives you the skills to observe cravings as they peak and fade away, rather than being wiped out by them."
Dr. Jud Brewer takes you on an intriguing journey through the complex world of addiction, revealing how mindfulness can be a powerful ally in breaking free from its grip. In this episode, Dr. Jud shares insights from a pivotal paper on mindfulness as a treatment for smoking and other addictions, challenging the notion that willpower alone can overcome these struggles. He unpacks the science behind why our brains get stuck in habit loops, driven by dopamine's rewarding effects.
But don't worry, there's hope! Mindfulness offers a fresh perspective by encouraging awareness of cravings without judgement, helping individuals see their addictive behaviours in a new light. Through real-world examples and clinical trial data, Dr. Jud highlights how mindfulness-based relapse prevention (MBRP) is not just theory but a proven approach to addiction recovery. You'll hear how techniques like 'riding the wave' of cravings empower people to make conscious choices rather than being swept away by urges.
The episode also explores the broader implications of mindfulness beyond addiction, posing questions about its potential to transform other habits and improve overall well-being. Whether you're grappling with addiction or curious about mindfulness's broader applications, this episode offers practical insights and a sprinkle of humour to keep you engaged. So, why not explore how mindfulness might change your perspective and potentially transform your life?