Episode description

Dr. Adi Jaffe is an author and addiction specialist.  We discuss addiction, highlighting how the pandemic and social media contribute to compulsive behaviors.  We  explore the concept of finding purpose and the potential benefits of psychedelics in addiction treatment.  Dr. Jaffe emphasizes the importance of understanding the root causes of addiction and replacing harmful behaviors with healthier coping strategies.

0:00:00 - Intro
0:00:20 - Wildfires in California: Causes & Impact
0:04:35 - Personal Impact & Community Resilience
0:08:12 - Addiction & the Pandemic
0:09:55 - The Role of Discomfort & Resilience
0:24:49 - Addiction in Everyday Life
0:40:00 - Moderation of Things & Doing the Work
0:43:00 - Addiction, Musicians & Replacement Behaviors
0:49:58 - The Role of Purpose & Connection
0:53:44 - The Impact of Technology on Connection
0:57:33 - The Potential of Psychedelics in Treatment
1:00:46 - Supporting Friends & Family with Addiction
1:04:08 - Outro

Dr. Adi Jaffe website:
https://www.adijaffe.com/

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https://linktr.ee/chuck_shute

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