Todd Perelmuter
Todd Perelmuter
Why You're Addicted and Don't Even Know It
Why You're Addicted and Don't Even Know It
Why You're Addicted and Don't Even Know It
Friday 25th April 2025
Explore the hidden addiction within us all with Todd Perelmuter in this enlightening episode of Path to Peace.
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Todd Perelmuter
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Mindfulness & Emotional Wellbeing
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Mindful Recovery
Entrepreneurship for Personal Growth
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Episode Overview
- Addiction stems from an internal craving for pleasure.
- Meditation helps observe and manage cravings.
- Childhood experiences shape adult addictive behaviours.
- Mindfulness leads to freedom from addictive cycles.
- Balance between excitement and awareness is crucial.
"We are addicted to addiction itself - to ravenous, excessive, insatiable desire."
In the intriguing episode titled "Why You're Addicted and Don't Even Know It", Todd Perelmuter takes you on a journey to uncover the root cause of addiction. Rather than blaming substances or activities, Todd suggests that the true addiction lies within us, fuelled by an insatiable desire for pleasure and excitement. With anecdotes from his own life, Todd paints a vivid picture of how this craving starts in childhood, influenced by sugary treats and thrilling experiences.
He reflects on his personal struggles with food, alcohol, and work addiction, offering insights into how meditation transformed his life. By observing thoughts without reacting, Todd found a way to break free from the cycle of addiction, creating new habits and finding peace. The episode encourages listeners to rethink their approach to pleasure and pain, advocating for a balanced life where mindfulness can lead to true freedom.
Todd's experiences living with shamans and monks add depth to his message, providing a unique perspective on spiritual evolution. So, if you're curious about the underlying causes of addiction and how to achieve lasting happiness, this episode might just be the key to unlocking a path to peace.