Bob Gardner
Bob Gardner
What Makes Something "Addictive"?
What Makes Something "Addictive"?
What Makes Something "Addictive"?
Thursday 8th July 2021
Bob Gardner uncovers the real roots of addiction and offers tools to reclaim control over compulsive behaviors on 'Alive and Free'.
23 minutes
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Bob Gardner
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Mindfulness & Emotional Wellbeing
Spiritual & Personal Growth Journeys
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Mindful Recovery
Entrepreneurship for Personal Growth
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Get the buttons here!The Real Roots of Addiction: Bob Gardner's Eye-Opening Insights
All addictions come from you. In fact, there are 3 components powerful enough to make anything addictive. If it contains these 3 things, it could become your next compulsive behavior.
Ever wondered why some habits are so hard to kick? Bob Gardner is here to shed light on the real reasons behind addiction. In this episode of 'Alive and Free', he challenges the common belief that substances themselves are the culprits. Instead, he reveals that addiction is an inside job, rooted in three key components: risk and adventure, imagination, and emotional investment.
Bob dives into how these elements can turn anything into an addictive behavior, from checking emails to taking cigarette breaks. You'll hear surprising anecdotes, like why UK dentists can prescribe heroin without causing addiction and how reading a book can help you quit smoking cold turkey. This episode isn't just about understanding addiction; it's about reclaiming control over your life. Bob offers practical advice on retraining your mind and body to break free from compulsive behaviors.
Whether you're struggling with addiction or supporting someone who is, this episode provides valuable insights and tools for a path to true freedom.