The Addiction Inventory: Understanding Our True Needs with Dr. Jud Brewer

The Dream Beyond with Nik Tarascio

Are you struggling with an addiction or nagging habit you just can't seem to break? Whether it's mindless snacking, social media scrolling, or something more serious, today’s guest will guide you toward lasting change and fulfillment.

Dr. Jud Brewer is an accomplished author and renowned expert in the fields of addiction, habit formation, and anxiety. He discusses the pervasive nature of habit-forming behaviors and addictions, emphasizing the importance of distinguishing between needs and wants to break unhealthy cycles.

Drawing insights from his extensive research, clinical experience, and personal anecdotes, Dr. Jud explores the physiology of addiction, the role of awareness in changing behaviors, and the potential of meditation and mindfulness as tools for promoting curiosity, kindness, and, ultimately, personal growth.

So, if you're struggling with addiction or anxiety, or just want to optimize your health and happiness, this episode is a must-listen. Tune in and discover the power of self-awareness and intentional living in overcoming habitual patterns and achieving true fulfillment.

“Just asking the question, am I meeting a need, or am I feeding a want? Just asking that question can help us step back and … figure out what's driving the behavior, and then we can check in with our kind of mindset and our body. "

- Dr. Jud Brewer

In This Episode:

-How to identify and overcome personal addictions

-The misconception of anxiety as a performance enhancer

-The difference between stress and anxiety, and how to break the cycle

-The power of posture and somatic memory in mindset change

-The science of addiction and the role of dopamine

-Habit formation and breaking the cycle of addiction

-The importance of distinguishing needs from wants

Resources:

The Hunger Habit - https://drjud.com/the-hunger-habit/

Unwinding Anxiety - https://drjud.com/book/

The Craving Mind - https://drjud.com/read-the-craving-mind-book/

Connect with Dr Jud Brewer:

Website - https://drjud.com/

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/dr.jud/

Connect with Nik Tarascio:

Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/niktarascio/

Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/ntarascio

LinkedIn- https://www.linkedin.com/in/niktarascio/

YouTube- www.youtube.com/@ntarascio

Website - https://the-dream-beyond.my.canva.site/

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