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Buddhist Neuroscientist On: How To Quit Bad Habits And Why You’re Not Keeping Your Resolutions | Dr. Judson Brewer
Jan 27, 2025
Dr. Judson Brewer, a renowned professor at Brown University and expert in mindfulness and addiction, shares his insights on breaking bad habits. He dives into the science and Buddhist views on addiction, revealing how mindfulness can help uproot everyday cravings. Brewer discusses dopamine's role and introduces a three-pronged plan for sticking to resolutions. He emphasizes the need for self-compassion over willpower and highlights the significance of community in achieving lasting change, all while tackling the nature of curiosity and healthy anger.
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- Addiction is viewed as a continuum, encompassing various compulsive behaviors, highlighting the necessity of recognizing patterns for mindful change.
- The alignment of scientific and Buddhist perspectives reveals a holistic approach to overcoming addiction through the lens of dependent origination.
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Understanding Addiction and Everyday Cravings
Addiction is defined not just in the traditional sense of substance abuse but as a broader phenomenon affecting everyone’s lives. Common addictions can include compulsive behaviors like phone usage, shopping, and food cravings, which many can resonate with. The concept conveyed is that addiction exists on a continuum rather than as a binary state, and anyone can identify moments when their behaviors led to negative consequences. Recognizing these patterns is the first step toward addressing them and making mindful changes.
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