Discovering Your Core Values in Recovery | How to Find Purpose After Addiction | MedHeads

Описание: What if your personal values were the secret weapon to lasting recovery?
Discovering Your Core Values in Recovery | How to Find Purpose After Addiction | MedHeads
In this eye-opening episode of Substance Stories, “Finding Your Compass: The Power of Values in Recovery,” Dr. Richard Bradlow and Nathan explore a powerful truth: your core values might be the missing link in addiction recovery, mental health, and living with purpose.

You’ll discover how your personal values shape motivation, mindset, and the way you navigate challenges. Learn what personal core values truly mean and how they can fuel lasting change. This episode also introduces a transformative personal values exercise to help you find clarity, direction, and intention in your life.

They dive deep into the concept of “dead man goals” — and how letting go of them through ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy) can reignite your passion for living. Wondering if personal values change over time? You’ll find surprising insights that may shift your entire perspective on recovery and personal growth.

If you’ve ever felt disconnected in your journey, this conversation will help you move from simply “not using” to living with intention and power. Whether you're navigating substance abuse recovery, rebuilding mental health, or just seeking deeper meaning, this episode is packed with tools and inspiration.

Is your recovery just about avoiding relapse — or are you ready to build a life you’re excited to live? Could your core values be the roadmap to a more fulfilling life?

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Chapters:
00:00:00 Introduction to Values and Recovery
00:00:59 Values as a Compass: Metaphor and Meaning
00:02:11 Disconnection from Values During Addiction
00:03:53 Realigning Values in Recovery and the "Dry Drunk" Phenomenon
00:04:26 Moving Toward Positive Goals—No "Dead Man Goals"
00:05:12 Defining Personal Values and Bradlow’s Recipe for Recovery
00:06:32 Discussion: Health vs. Exercise as a Core Value
00:07:25 The Importance of Relationships, Learning, and Honesty
00:08:43 How to Discover Your Own Values
00:09:55 Exercises for Identifying and Connecting to Core Values
00:12:56 The "Head Hits the Pillow" Test for Values
00:13:35 Striving for Values Without Perfection
00:14:57 From Values to Goals to Daily Tasks
00:16:12 Using Values to Drive Recovery Actions
00:16:41 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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