The key to overcoming any addiction is to acknowledge the problem, seek community support, and develop healthier coping mechanisms, as addiction often serves as a solution to discomfort or stress but becomes problematic when it takes on a life of its own, leading to further trauma and stress.

Addiction often stems from emotional regulation; people seek substances or activities to escape feelings of emptiness or anxiety.

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

The journey to overcoming addiction involves recognizing that you can't replace a problem with another distraction. You have to confront the issue directly.

At the heart of addiction and a challenged life is a lack of distress tolerance, which is crucial for managing life's challenges effectively.

Many people are addicted to solving problems, sometimes even creating issues where none exist, which can lead to unnecessary stress and distraction.

Many addictions, whether substance-related or behavioral, are rooted in a universal fear of death, and addressing this fear can lead to healing.

When someone is in the throes of addiction, my first focus is on stabilizing them physically before addressing underlying stressors.

Healing involves addressing the pain and shame that drive addiction, allowing individuals to explore their fears and find healthier coping mechanisms.