People with addictions are not aware of what they're doing, says Dr. David Perry. As internal stress builds up, people use alcohol as a coping mechanism. This is why scientifically mindfulness is so helpful with addictions. But it doesn't work in the same way that other things do to help addicts.
Join Dr. K, a former monk turned psychiatrist, as he reveals the secret to breaking bad habits that monks have mastered! 🧘♂️ Discover how cultivating awareness, rather than relying on willpower, can transform your relationship with habits. 🔄 Explore the neuroscience behind habit formation and learn practical techniques to strengthen control over your behaviors.
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