- We Know Jack.
- We Know Jack.
MOD Jack III
MOD Jack III
MOD Jack III
Saturday 13th December 2025
Explore how misperception fuels addiction and discover a path to emotional sobriety with insights from this enlightening podcast episode.
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36 minutes
Informative
Inspiring
Honest
Hopeful
Encouraging
About this podcast
Author:
- We Know Jack.
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Categories:
Sobriety Toolkit
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Mindfulness & Emotional Wellbeing
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Creative Recovery Journeys
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Episode Overview
- Emotional sobriety involves understanding and managing perceptions.
- Addiction is often a cycle of misperception and misunderstanding.
- Identifying with problems can lead to feelings of helplessness.
- Thoughts are powerful but not necessarily reality.
- Recovery involves recognising and challenging false narratives.
"If I think my perception is real, just like if I think my thoughts are the creator of reality, that's misperception."
What makes a recovery story truly inspiring? This episode of "Mental Obsession Discussion / Emotional Sobriety" dives into the intricacies of addiction and the often misunderstood concept of emotional sobriety. The host takes listeners on a journey through the mental gymnastics that accompany addiction, exploring how thoughts and perceptions can create an internal conflict that feels impossible to escape. It's a deep dive into how identifying with problems can lead to a cycle of irresponsibility and helplessness.
Listeners are prompted to consider how their thoughts might not be as powerful as they seem, and how a shift in perception can illuminate the path to recovery. With a focus on the 12-step programme, the episode challenges common misconceptions about addiction, suggesting that the real disease lies in misperception and misunderstanding. The conversation is peppered with light-hearted moments and analogies that make complex ideas more digestible.
The host, known for their candid approach, encourages listeners to reflect on their own experiences and the narratives they've constructed around their addiction. By recognising these narratives as illusions, there's an opportunity to break free from the cycle of addiction and embrace a life of sanity and clarity. The episode is both enlightening and engaging, offering a fresh perspective on what it means to live a sober life.
How can recognising the illusions in our thoughts lead to a more fulfilling recovery journey? Tune in to explore this question and more.