Dr. Jud Brewer
Dr. Jud Brewer
Habit Change Addiction - Awareness as a Game-Changer for Smoking Cessation
Habit Change Addiction - Awareness as a Game-Changer for Smoking Cessation
Habit Change Addiction - Awareness as a Game-Changer for Smoking Cessation
Saturday 25th October 2025
Discover how mindfulness impacts smoking cessation in this engaging episode with Dr. Jud Brewer. Explore cravings, mood, and the power of awareness.
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Episode Overview
- Heightened awareness can reduce cravings rather than intensify them.
- Long-term mood impacts smoking behaviour more than immediate emotions.
- Even without formal mindfulness training, increased awareness leads to reduced smoking.
- Cultivating curiosity about inner experiences can aid in habit change.
- Mindfulness practices offer a powerful tool for improving overall wellbeing.
"It's like hitting the pause button on autopilot and actually becoming the author of your own actions instead of just reacting on instinct."
Curious about how others navigate their sobriety journey? In this engaging episode of The Dr. Jud Podcast, Dr. Jud Brewer, a neuroscientist and addiction psychiatrist, explores the surprising impact of mindfulness on smoking cessation. This episode dives into a study that utilised real-time data from smokers using a mindfulness-based app, revealing how awareness can influence cravings, mood, and smoking habits. Dr.
Jud and his AI co-hosts discuss the unexpected finding that heightened awareness can actually reduce cravings rather than intensify them. It's like spotting a wave before it hits—you're more prepared to handle it. The conversation also delves into the long-term effects of mood on smoking behaviour, emphasising the cumulative impact of emotions over time. The episode highlights how even without formal mindfulness training, increased awareness can lead to reduced smoking, suggesting that small steps towards mindfulness can have significant benefits.
With light-hearted banter and insightful analogies, Dr. Jud makes complex scientific concepts accessible, encouraging listeners to cultivate curiosity about their inner experiences and explore mindfulness practices. This episode is perfect for anyone interested in understanding the nuances of addiction and how mindfulness can be a game-changer in quitting smoking.