Addiction doesn't come out of nowhere, and if we don’t ever deal with our core problem, the reason WHY we’re walking in this addictive behavior, we’ll continue to stumble. Last episode, we started looking at addictions, how they affect us, and how to break out of their prisons. Today we’re diving a little deeper into the topic and try to figure out how to become more aware of addictions and once you’re aware - well, now what? So let’s get right into the episode and learn more about why we struggle with addictions, and how to fight the battle against them. [00:01 - 04:40] Opening Segment Welcome back with me, Suzi, and Stephanie Today’s topic Announcements Next week’s guest Next Q&A on May 20 - Live Event! info@warriorsariseministry.org Subject: Podcast Questions Going deeper into addictions
[04:41 - 17:31] Becoming Aware is Half the Battle; Why We Struggle with Addiction Suzi talks about first knowing there is a problem Admit and acknowledge Next steps can come after The danger of filling the void Ending one addiction and open up to another The importance of finding the core problem Asking the hard questions Numbing the pain Common things that form addictions The effects of the addiction The exhaustion on hiding The wall of shame and guilt The key things we say or think within an addiction Denial Minimizing Defiance Rationalization Misinformation Justification Held back from living a life of freedom
[17:32 - 24:38] Now that We’re Aware, Now What? The enemy is a liar who always uses the same methods Lust of the flesh Lust of the eyes Pride Focus on cleaning the inside It can be painful, but it will be effective We can’t be mastered by anything The issue of wanting control We think we’re in control, but the addiction controls us Clean the inside of the cup first
[24:39 - 29:07] Closing Segment We are praying for you Nothing is too small Reach out to someone and ask for help The power of vulnerability Once it’s admitted, work can be done Next week’s episode Guest appearance Reminder: Reach out to us Next Q&A on May 20 - Live Event! info@warriorsariseministry.org Subject: Podcast Questions Share this with others Links below Subscribe to and Share this podcast Share your stories with us! Final Words
Tweetable Quotes: “if we don’t ever deal with our core problem, the reason WHY we’re walking in this addictive behavior, we’ll continue to stumbleI.” - Suzi Hanson “We all deal with this… We each have a prison that’s holding us back from living a full life of freedom.” - Jane Zahasky Resources Mentioned: Matthew 23
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