Urges, Addictions, and Choice With Carl Erik Fisher

Feeling overwhelmed by your addiction or the addiction of a loved one? Discover a creative, non-shaming, and integrative way to understand and address addiction in this episode of the Wise Effort Show. Host Dr. Diana Hill and guest Dr. Carl Fisher delve into the complex nature of addiction, exploring it as a multifaceted issue that affects our energy and life direction. They share personal stories and professional insights, emphasizing compassion and humanity while offering a new perspective that frames addiction as a response to suffering and a call for deeper needs. Learn strategies for managing urges and the importance of a supportive environment in recovery.In This Episode, We Explore:How to view addiction with compassion and without stigmaDr. Carl Fisher's personal journey with substance abuse and professional successThe role of environmental factors in addiction and recoveryThe significance of social support and connection in overcoming addiction Listen to this episode to learn strategies for managing urges and the importance of a supportive environment in recovery. Suggested Next Episode: Dopamine Nation: The Neuroscience Of Our Everyday Addictions With Dr. Anna LembkeRelated Resources Get enhanced show notes for this episodePre-order my upcoming book, Wise Effort: How to Focus Your Genius Energy on What Matters Most, and receive special pre-order bonus gifts.Want to become more psychologically flexible? Take Diana's "Foundations of ACT" course. Diana's EventsReserve your spot in Diana's Costa Rica retreat in 2026!See Diana at an upcoming event Connecting With DianaSubscribe for free on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.Leave a 5-star review on Apple so people like you can find the show.Sign up for the free Wise Effort Newsletter.Become a Wise Effort member to support the show.Follow Diana on YouTube, Instagram, LinkedIn, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/drdianahill/" rel="noopener noreferrer"...