Recovery Secrets offers a brand new look at the addiction problem. Dr. Adi Jaffe, the Author of The Abstinence Myth, goes deep into areas previously unexplored and offers stories and solutions that aren’t often discussed around the addiction problem. Whether you know someone who is struggling, or you’re struggling yourself or even if your’re a professional who is seeking a different way to approach this frustrating and deadly problem, you’re going to love this podcast.
Renowned behavioral neuroscientist Carl Hart joins us to talk about his own book, "Drug Use for Grown-Ups". Carl discusses his own substance use as a famous academic, the early childhood experiences that led him to this point, and the war on drug users and its impact on stigma and shame over drug use in America.
Read MoreDemi Lovato recently made headlines for her announcement that she considers herself “California Sober” rather than practicing complete sobriety. The statement led to a wave of uproar among some in the recovery community. But what does it even mean to be “California Sober”? In this episode, Dr. Jaffe takes a look at the public reaction to Demi’s statements and explores the concept of recovery without abstinence.
Read MoreIn this episode, we’re excited to bring you a segment from a recent IGNTD Recovery group hosted by Dr. Jaffe! For help with your own recovery, check out the IGNTD Hero Recovery Program
Read MoreMany of us struggle to come to terms with who we are as individuals. We’re ashamed of where we’ve been, we doubt who we are, and we’re afraid of where we’re going. That’s why at IGNTD we put such a strong emphasis on the importance of Honest Exploration. In this episode, we’re joined once again by Shannon Algeo, author of Trust Your Truth: Heal Self-Doubt, Awaken to Your Soul's Purpose, and Live Your Badass Life, to talk about shedding self-doubt, finding your purpose, and living a fulfilling life.
Read MoreIf you’ve ever been snowboarding or skiing, you already know that the learning process can be hard. After a period of excitement and motivation, you’ll probably realize that it’s a lot more difficult than you initially pictured. You’ll likely crash over and over again and become frustrated with a lack of progress. Over time, however, you’ll pick up the skills you need to take on harder and harder runs until, eventually, it becomes second nature.
Read MoreDumont came to IGNTD ashamed and afraid. Although he had already made steps in his recovery from sex addiction, he felt like there was something missing. Suffering from worsening mental health and a strained relationship, nothing he tried seemed to work--until he found IGNTD. As one of the earliest members of the IGNTD Hero Program, Dumont has since seen his life turned around and his relationship saved. In this episode, Adi sits down with him to discuss his journey to this point and how he finally overcame his addiction and learned to ditch his shame.
Read MoreEarlier this week, neuroscientist and author Dr. Caroline Leaf joined us to explain her 5 steps to clearing up your “mental mess”. Through her work, Dr. Leaf has helped countless people overcome cycles of unhelpful thought patterns and negative emotions
Read MoreLast week, Emily Fletcher, founder of Ziva and Ziva Kids, joined us to share her advice on incorporating meditative practices into everyday life. A wide body of research supports meditation as a valuable tool for improving mental and physical health. Picking up skills from meditation and mindfulness early on can help set us up to cope with future stressors. In this extended interview, Dr. Jaffe sits down with Emily for a deeper dive into the topics of meditation, mental health, addiction, and Ziva Kids’ revolutionary approach of using meditation to teach children lifelong coping skills and improve their wellbeing.
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