Carl Erik Fisher

Addiction psychiatrist, Carl Erik Fisher, challenges the addiction binary and discusses the history of addiction and the language used by addiction supply industries to individualize suffering. The podcast also explores the complexity of addiction, the importance of therapy and addressing personal pain, the limitations of traditional addiction treatment, the impact of sleep deprivation on women, the role of psychedelics in addiction treatment, and Carl's book 'The Urge' which offers creative solutions to addiction.

Laura Cathcart-Robbins, host of "The Only One in the Room" and author, shares her personal journey through addiction and recovery. Carl Erik Fisher, an addiction specialist from Columbia University, offers a bioethical perspective on recovery pathways. Holly Whitaker, author of "Quit Like a Woman," discusses women's unique experiences with alcohol. Together, they explore the differences between sobriety and recovery, the significance of community support, and the implications of Dry January, challenging traditional views on relapse and medication-assisted treatment.

Talking points: addiction, culture, history, enlightenment, Zen, purpose, non-duality The ManTalks Podcast has grown exponentially over the last couple years, so for all you newcomers, I like to release a sort of cross-section or "best of" episode to showcase what the podcast is all about—after all, I have talked to some brilliant and varied experts over the years! This time, the themes are the widest ever: addiction and enlightenment. I chose this to demonstrate my love of the scientific and the spiritual—and my constant goal to balance the two. As Albert Einstein said, science without religion is lame, and religion without science is blind. I hope you enjoy. (00:00:00) - Dr. Anne Lembke on defining addiction and the addictive aspects of our modern world(00:17:19) - Dr. Carl Erik Fisher on addiction through history and across cultures, and how society divides addicted people(00:36:53) - Zen Henry Shukman on enlightenment as defined by Zen, his childhood, and his own story of kenshō(00:58:45) - The acclaimed non-duality teacher Rupert Spira discusses the necessity of moving past the myth of separation Full episodes: -Dr. Anna Lembke: https://link.chtbl.com/9IfZ8XzU-Dr. Carl Erik Fisher: https://link.chtbl.com/a53WmGq9-Henry Shukman: https://link.chtbl.com/F7Kdo_05-Rupert Spira: https://link.chtbl.com/F7Kdo_05 Men, join me for an intense, depth-oriented training regimen called the Men's Self-Leadership Program. Customized curriculum, direct work with me, and limited to just 8 men: https://mantalks.com/mslp/ Pick up my book, Men's Work: A Practical Guide To Face Your Darkness, End Self-Sabotage, And Find Freedom: https://mantalks.com/mens-work-book/ Check out some free resources: How To Quit Porn | Anger Meditation | How To Lead In Your Relationship Build brotherhood with a powerful group of like-minded men from around the world. Check out The Alliance and join me today.  Enjoy the podcast? If so, please leave a review on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, or Podchaser. It helps us get into the ears of new listeners, expand the ManTalks Community, and help others find the tools and training they’re looking for. And don't forget to subscribe on Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts  | Spotify For more episodes, visit us at ManTalks.com | Facebook | Instagram | TwitterSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join addiction psychiatrist and bioethicist Carl Erik Fisher, author of 'The Urge: Our History of Addiction', as he delves into the complexities of addiction. He discusses the struggles of self-control and how cultural aspects shape our understanding of everyday habits. The conversation emphasizes the power of psychological flexibility and the importance of navigating uncertainty for personal growth. Fisher also reflects on the journeys of notable figures like Anthony Bourdain, highlighting valuable lessons from their experiences with addiction and recovery.

Carl Erik Fisher, a psychiatrist and author of 'The Urge: Our History of Addiction,' teams up with physicist Helen Czerski to explore the intricate history of addiction. They discuss its ties to identity, power, and commerce, advocating for a compassionate view of this complex issue. Delving into historical contexts like the Opium Wars, they challenge the simplistic views of addiction as merely a disease or vice. Their conversation also touches on the potential of psychedelics in mental health treatment and the importance of community support in recovery.