Ep #188: Adrenaline Addictions: Secrets You Didn't Know

Let's Talk About Love, Sex & Infidelity

English - June 03, 2024 07:00 - 10 minutes - 6.98 MB
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Welcome back to "Let's Talk About Love, Sex, and Infidelity"! I'm Todd Creager, and today, we're diving deep into a topic that affects many of us: adrenaline addictions. These addictions give us that rush, that temporary escape from our everyday lives, but what are we truly seeking, and how can we find healthier ways to feel alive and fulfilled?

In this episode, you’ll discover:

The Root Causes of Adrenaline Addictions: Understand how childhood experiences of neglect, judgment, and under-stimulation contribute to the development of these addictive behaviors.Healthy Alternatives to Upregulate Your Emotions: Learn about practical activities that can provide excitement and fulfillment without the harmful effects of addiction.Building Close, Nurturing Relationships: Explore the importance of forming deep connections and allowing yourself to receive love and support from others.Strategies for Overcoming Adrenaline Addictions: Gain insights into how to address these addictions by looking at past emotional deficits and making deliberate changes in your present life.

In this episode, I share personal stories, practical advice, and compassionate insights to help you or someone you know break free from the cycle of adrenaline addictions. It's not just about quitting a habit; it's about embracing a new way of living that brings real joy and vitality.

Tune in and take the first step towards understanding and overcoming adrenaline addictions. Let's make the world safe for love, connection, and genuine fulfillment.

Listen to the full episode now and start your journey to a healthier, happier life!

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Todd Creager, LCSW, LMFT

Todd is a marriage and relationship expert and therapist in Huntington Beach. He provides relationship counseling to couples throughout the world and in Orange County including Irvine, Newport Beach, Corona del Mar, Laguna Beach, Seal Beach and Long Beach. (714) 848-2288.

You can find more tips and resources from Todd Creager at: https://toddcreager.com

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