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Dr. Anna Lembke

08/16/21

@ Andrew Huberman

People with severe addiction often seek extreme highs and lows, which can lead to an addiction to the recovery community itself.

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Dr. Anna Lembke: Understanding & Treating Addiction

@ Andrew Huberman

Dr. Anna Lembke: Understanding & Treating Addiction

08/16/21

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Dr. Anna Lembke

08/16/21

@ Andrew Huberman

Being addicted to recovery and the support of the recovery community can be healthier than other forms of addiction, as it provides a sense of connection and dopamine release.

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Ryan Soave

04/21/25

@ Andrew Huberman

People often have a spiritual relationship with substances, using them to feel connected or whole, which complicates their recovery process.

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Dr. Anna Lembke

08/16/21

@ Andrew Huberman

Many individuals who become addicted often feel that normal life is not interesting enough, seeking supernormal experiences instead.

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Dr. Anna Lembke

08/16/21

@ Andrew Huberman

Some individuals with severe addiction may never fully recover, as their brain's balance can remain tipped towards pain even after prolonged abstinence.

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Dr. Sarah Wakeman

05/22/25

@ The Diary Of A CEO

The opposite of addiction is connection; building relationships and community is crucial for recovery and preventing substance use.

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Ryan Soave

04/21/25

@ Andrew Huberman

Building a community through peer support in recovery can provide essential connections and help individuals feel less isolated in their struggles with addiction.

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Dr. Anna Lembke

08/16/21

@ Andrew Huberman

People in recovery from severe addiction possess a hard-won wisdom that can benefit everyone, emphasizing adaptive ways to achieve dopamine balance.

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Jordan B Peterson Cast

06/12/25

@ Jordan B Peterson

Addiction can be defined as the pursuit of positive emotions over a very short time frame, which is evident in how social media platforms optimize for immediate gratification.

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Ryan Soave

04/21/25

@ Andrew Huberman

The relationship between trauma and addiction is complex; trauma can lead to stress, which drives individuals to seek relief through addictive behaviors.