In this episode of In The Circle, I delve into the complex and often debated topic: Is addiction a disease? We explore how society interprets addiction and the implications these interpretations have on treatment approaches. What are the motivations behind defining addiction as a disease? If addiction isn’t seen as a disease, how do we understand and “fix” it?
We also take a look at the characterization of addiction as a disease of the brain and nervous system, focusing on remission rather than cure. This has led to an increased reliance on pharmacological treatments in addiction recovery. While these are important tools and can be effective for short-term withdrawal relief, their prolonged use might lead to additional dependencies and impede full emotional and mental recovery.
The holistic approach to recovery is still, in my opinion, the best and most effective long-term recovery plan—by taking abstinence-based approaches and following the transformative power of 12-step programs, yoga, meditation, and breathwork.
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Recovery 2.0: Find Yourself. Find Your Community. Find Freedom.
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ABOUT TOMMY ROSEN
Tommy Rosen is a renowned yoga teacher, an addiction recovery expert and author of the critically acclaimed book, “Recovery 2.0: Move Beyond Addiction and Upgrade Your Life.” Tommy is one of the pioneers in the field of Yoga and Recovery assisting others to holistically transcend addictions of all kinds. He is the founder of Recovery 2.0 and leads retreats and workshops internationally and is a keynote speaker at global conferences and festivals. He celebrates over 3 decades of freedom from drug addiction and alcoholism.
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RECOVERY 2.0 UNIVERSAL PRAYER
Universe, put me in the places you want me to be, with the people you want me to be with, doing the things you want me to do.
Thank you for the joys and challenges of my life.
Amen, Sat Nam, Namaste
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