In this episode of You’re Sober, Now What?, Lane and Tamar delve into the crucial topic of seeking professional mental health support and medication in sobriety. They emphasize the importance of understanding the brain's chemistry in addiction, exploring various therapies, and creating a balanced routine to support long-term recovery.

What You'll Learn in This Episode:

• The role of dopamine and brain chemistry in addiction.

• How to incorporate mindfulness and manage stress.

• The importance of seeking professional help and finding alternative treatment options.

• Understanding the role of sleep and routine in recovery.

• Celebrating progress and maintaining a positive mindset in sobriety.

Timestamps:

• [00:00] Welcome and introduction.

• [00:09] Discussing the heftiness of Chapter 8.

• [01:20] Overview of the podcast and book,

  Sobriety for Dummies

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• [01:58] Understanding the brain and dopamine deficiency in addiction.

• [04:25] Tamar’s journey to seeking professional help.

• [06:08] The impact of trauma and the need for professional guidance.

• [10:32] Exploring alternative treatments, including plant medicine and GLPs.

• [12:16] The critical role of sleep in recovery.

• [15:59] Developing a routine and the importance of mindfulness.

• [16:38] Celebrating recovery milestones.

• [18:12] Final thoughts and wrap-up.

Resources & Links:

• Grab your copy of Sobriety for Dummies published by Wiley and follow along with us

• Website: http://youresobernowwhat.com

• Download The Mindful Life App

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