Mind Traps: Identifying and Overcoming Addictive Behaviors

Addiction as a mindset pathway -battle for mental freedom.

We delve into the hidden snares of addiction that capture our thoughts and dictate our actions. We learn:

• What is an addiction
• How our fears control us
• How default behaviours become amplified
• Understanding the hidden costs
• Reclaiming our potential

Join us as we explore the journey from being ensnared by addiction to achieving mental liberation.

Growth Mindset pod

Sam Webster Harris explores the psychology of happiness, satisfaction, purpose, and growth through the lens of self-improvement.

Success and happiness is a state of mind unique to ourselves and is our responsibility to create.

• Watch the pod - YouTube (Growth Mindset)
• Mail - GrowthMindsetPodcast(at)gmail.com
• Insta - SamJam.zen

Chapters

00:00 Useful fixed beliefs vs limiting fixed beliefs

02:41 Dimensions of our thoughts

03:50 Activating our Auto-Pilot

04:59 Understanding Addiction

06:00 Your mind in addiction

09:29 How do addictions impact ability

10:14 Addictions Undermine Growth and Potential

11:51 The Distraction Ritual

13:02 Taking Responsibility for Addictions

15:31 Changing Your Desire, Not Just Your Behavior

18:03 Reframing Addiction as a Self-Imposed Limitation

19:33 Reclaiming Your Mental Capabilities

20:55 The Power of Embracing Boredom

21:33 Support the podcast by helping a friend

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