We Can Do Hard Things Are You Addicted to Drama? How to Know & How to Fix it with Dr. Scott Lyons
May 29, 2025
Dr. Scott Lyons, a holistic psychologist and author of the bestselling book *Addicted to Drama*, explores the intricacies of drama addiction. He shares signs to identify this addiction and discusses how it manifests in our bodies. The conversation highlights the discomfort of relaxation, the surprising benefits of boredom in healing, and provides initial steps to shift away from drama. Dr. Lyons emphasizes the importance of emotional awareness, understanding trauma's role, and cultivating healthier relationships for lasting personal growth.
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Defining Drama Addiction
- Drama involves unnecessary stress and excessive emotional energy disproportionate to the situation.
- It often manifests as constant venting, gossiping, overscheduling, and difficulty being still.
Drama as Emotional Numbness Mask
- People addicted to drama need intense emotional highs due to numbness from past trauma.
- This tolerance means they must escalate stress to feel alive, similar to building tolerance to alcohol.
Stress as Social and Chemical Glue
- Stress releases endorphins that provide pain relief and emotional warmth.
- Sharing stressful experiences increases social bonding and connection among people.
