<p>In this episode of the Forest Fires, Addiction, Recovery
& Redemption podcast we will be discussing why some of us seem preprogrammed to run away from difficult or painful situations and how this avoidance can have severe consequences on our mental health, our physical wellbeing, our relationships and our recovery. </p>
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Sep 2024
The Cornerstone of Forgiveness: The Power and Importance of Forgiveness in Substance Use and Mental Health Recovery
To err is human; to forgive, divine. We have all heard this phrase at some point in our lives and most of us would agree with it. However, forgiveness isn't always as easy as it sounds, especially when it comes to forgiving ourselves. In this episode of the Forest Fires, Addictio ... Show More
41m 14s
Jan 2021
Borderline Personality Disorder: Escaping Reality
In this episode, I talk about the BPD escape clause or tendency to escape reality when life gets to be too much, too intense, too overwhelming. I also offer an antidote to the escape clause. In the Q & A, I talk about exercise and how to experience physical discomfort without pan ... Show More
22m 18s
Aug 2024
Conquering the Ego Dragon of Anxiety and Eating Disorders
Hey there, it's Dr. Russ!
*Unfortunately, there’s no video for this podcast episode - audio only!
On this episode of The AnxietyRX Podcast, we're tackling a big one: the tangled web of anxiety, eating disorders, and childhood trauma.
I'm sharing my own story about growing up with ... Show More
50m 47s
May 2023
Let's Talk About Trauma (Deep Dive)
🎙️ Dr. K dives deep into trauma, revealing its pervasive impact on our lives. Trauma masquerades as chronic depression, impulsivity, repeated mistakes, and somatic problems, affecting up to 60% of the population. Through therapy and understanding, we can integrate emotions and t ... Show More
38m 29s
Oct 2024
Self Compassion When Life Is Hard | Mindful Hiking with Sean
Today, we explore how to practice self-compassion in difficult times, when life feels tough and overwhelming. Sean Fargo, founder of Mindfulness Exercises and former Buddhist monk, shares his personal journey of navigating discomfort and emotional strain while hiking in Yosemite ... Show More
6m 1s
May 2024
Recovering From Codependency
In this episode, John and Vanessa talk about recovering from codependency. They talk about the steps you need to take, such as having awareness and setting boundaries, what recovering from codependency really looks like in your life and relationships, and how recovery doesn't hap ... Show More
16m 29s