Infinite Recovery: A New Paradigm with Jason Shires

Summary In this episode of the Addict to Athlete podcast, Coach Blu Robinson engages in a profound conversation with Jason Shires, a psychotherapist and transformative coach. They explore the complexities of addiction, recovery, and the impact of labels on identity. Jason shares his personal journey through addiction, the misconceptions surrounding recovery, and the importance of understanding the root causes of addiction. The discussion emphasizes the need for a holistic approach to healing, not just for individuals in recovery but also for their families. The episode challenges traditional views on addiction and encourages listeners to see recovery as a path to freedom and self-discovery. In this conversation, Blu and Jason explore the complexities of addiction, recovery, and the human experience. They discuss the need for systemic change in addiction treatment, the dynamics of relationships affected by trauma, and the importance of self-discovery in the recovery process. Jason shares his insights on the 'Rule of Thirds' in addiction recovery, emphasizing the varying outcomes for individuals struggling with addiction. They also delve into the concept of addiction as an intelligent response to adversity and the significance of a human-first approach in understanding addiction. The discussion culminates in Jason's introduction of his Infinite Recovery project, which aims to empower individuals on their journey of self-discovery and healing. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to the Addict to Athlete Podcast 01:19 Meet Jason Shires: A Journey Through Addiction 02:34 Understanding Recovery: Beyond Labels and Pathology 07:38 The Impact of Labels on Identity and Recovery 12:43 Navigating the Source of Pain and Healing 17:04 Realizations and Transformations in Recovery 20:16 The Family Dynamics in Recovery 23:45 The Inside-Out Approach to Healing 24:39 Overhauling the System of Addiction Treatment 27:53 The Rule of Thirds in Addiction Recovery 29:56 Understanding the Roots of Addiction 31:51 The Human First Approach to Addiction 35:56 The Journey of Self-Discovery 40:10 Infinite Recovery: A New Paradigm 46:02 Resources for Recovery and Support For More Information on Jason Shires https://infiniterecoveryproject.com/ For More Information on Addict II Athlete: Please join Addict to Athlete’s Patreon support page and help us turn the mess of addiction into the message of sobriety! https://www.patreon.com/addicttoathlete Please visit our website for more information on Team Addict to Athlete and Addiction Recovery Podcasts. https://www.AddictToAthlete.org Join the Team! Circle, our new social support event, along with the team and athlete communication platform, is designed to help us break free from doom scrolling and shadow banning and foster stronger connections among us. Follow the link, download the app, and start this new chapter of Team AIIA! Join Circle https://a2a.circle.so/join?invitation_token=16daaa0d9ecd7421d384dd05a461464ce149cc9e-63d4aa30-1a67-4120-ae12-124791dfb519