You're Not A Gun and You Don't Have TriggersYou're Not A Gun and You Don't Have Triggers
Alive and Free
Most addiction experts are flat out wrong. In fact, they usually trap you in a cycle of victimhood and helplessness that makes it impossible to ditch your addictions. This is especially true when “triggers” are brought up. But you’re not a...
23:35•23 Jul 2020
Shattering Myths: Taking Control of Your Addiction Triggers
Episode Overview
- Challenging the prevailing view on addiction triggers and victimhood
- Empowering individuals to question their emotional reactions and beliefs
- Retraining habitual responses to life's challenges
- Dissolving unhelpful belief systems and developing foundational skills
- Offering freedom from helplessness and victimhood narratives
“You're not a gun. You don't have triggers. What we have are rules in our head about what's okay in life and what isn't. And a belief that we can't handle it if it doesn't follow our rules and our expectations.”
Ever feel like you're stuck in a loop with your addiction, constantly tripped up by 'triggers'? Bob Gardner's latest episode of 'Alive and Free' is here to flip that script. Bob argues that the common notion of addiction triggers is more about excuses than reality. You’re not a gun, so why let triggers control you? Instead, he believes that our beliefs and reactions are the real culprits behind addictive behaviors.
He challenges listeners to rethink their emotional responses and retrain their minds to handle life's ups and downs without falling back into bad habits. Bob’s straightforward, no-nonsense approach cuts through the noise, offering practical advice on how to dismantle unhelpful belief systems and regain control over your emotions. If you're tired of feeling like a helpless victim to your addictions, this episode promises a fresh perspective and actionable steps to help you break free for good.
Tune in for a mix of tough love, unconventional wisdom, and even a few laughs as Bob helps you reclaim your power.
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