Being an addict of any type is giving in to almost a biological cycle that has more control than you do. Neurotransmitters and hormones behave in a way that the mind has no response to apart from cause and effect. I remember when I was a child we had a miniature foxy male dog, and a female grey hound down the road was on heat. He would travel down there hoping to get some mismatched loving and be gone for days chasing this female. So we had him desexed the next morning he was weak and skinny but down he went to try and chase this female. The desire for this female was relentless. It would take some time to get the hormones out of his system and free. Most forms of research suggest a significant time to break an addiction. Many steps and with each step admitting there is a problem. There is time that is needed to get past being defensive and moving past trying to justify behaviour. Clearing up the misconceptions and a lack of insight as they try to stay invested in how they have a positive effect from the drug or behavioural pattern. www.integration.net.au... See MoreSee Less
It not all Black and White Behavioral addictions such as gambling, overeating, shopping, television compulsion, sex, and internet addiction are similar to drug addiction except that the individual is not addicted to a substance, but he/she is addicted to the behavior or the feeling experienced by acting out certain behaviours. Addictions can occur with any compelling behaviour. Addiction” (from the Latin addicere) is a term that has been used since the 15th century specified a state of being surrendered, and devoted to something habitually or compulsively. At its core seeking happiness from outside of yourself, and not wanting to feel bad, or an escape from reality of actually feeling something. 🧩 I am able to evaluate the difference between risk and stability. www.integration.net.au... See MoreSee Less
It not all Black and White Addictions are now understood to be a brain disease. Addiction can also cause problems with focus, memory, and learning, as well as poor decision-making and judgement. Seeking drugs, therefore, is driven by habit rather than conscious decisions, or in any way rational thought. Addiction has been called a disease of neuroplasticity because substance abuse actually causes changes the the brain, a phenomenon called negative Neuro Adaptation. Allowing a more open conversation and gain greater knowledge and understanding around addiction and the plasticity of the brain. Why and how to make positive changes so we can help people off the rollercoaster of addiction. By having an empathetic look into how complex the human mind actually is and why this role play is fully acceptable in our society…….at a level well beyond the victims control. The more we can comprehend the nature of addiction, as a chronic disease the better equipped we’ll be to help those trapped in a relentless cycle. 🧩 I find meaningful purpose without addictions. Addictions hotline 1800 250 015. www.integration.net.au... See MoreSee Less
It not all Black and White Amygdala and Hippocampus construct intense emotional memories of drug or addictive experiences. These memories link the powerful and emotional pleasures of drug highs to the people, places, time and objects associated with them. So maintaining these associations can then by themselves trigger cravings for the experiences in the brain. It not just the substance or behaviour itself. Because addiction develops when the pleasure circuits in the brain get overwhelmed. This is when you hear about reward systems, or pathways, this is the role of dopamine when it comes to addiction. Developed in one of our most primitive parts of the brain, the reward system, developed as a way to reinforce behaviours or a short cut that takes less energy rather than learned responses. As a feedback signal in the brain when a simple pleasurable surge of dopamine, produces a surge of euphoria and satisfaction. However, with chronic use of the substance, over time the brain’s circuits adapt and become less sensitive to dopamine. This means over time, you build tolerance and need more and more of that substance to generate the level of high you crave. Learning what actually triggers behaviour can be an important steps in understanding and learning to increase personal power over addiction. www.integration.net.au... See MoreSee Less
Energy and power is monopolised by collectives in the same way as I described a bully in the playground is allowed to hold power over another and subconsciously we know we should support the victim but ultimately this mostly doesn’t happen because of fear of retaliation or for the embarrassment involved in speaking out from a crowd. Support for the victims is never enough. Particularly when there are all sorts of laws people can use to further intimidate others. We need to deeply evaluate our moral system because acting without shame has consequences for many people and while we let this level of toxic culture thrive we bring shame on our own house. Popular belief feels much more like safe ground and particularly for people who panic, freeze or fawn because these people don’t like the idea of conflict or upsetting somebody or a group who would seem to have power and influence. So in stressful situations this is most people because the amygdala and prefrontal cortex are not synchronised and the nervous system is busy dealing with stress. So basically the influence a bully has regarding any situation is more likely to grow rather than to be subdued. Unfortunately we can talk about bullies in the playground and think this behaviour is children learning how to manage personality difference. But this happens in all walks of life. It is an energy dynamic where there is a power trip involved and for someone who feels lacking of self worth the influence of a little power feels exhilarating and unless they have reason to stop it, it will continue. As we continue to build a culture where mismatched energy or inequality is fair game evil will reign over good. Being held accountable for responsible and respectful behaviour really something everyone should have understanding in because the victim has lost energy to the energy dynamic and the bully feels exhilarated so without support from others the victim is powerless to rise up. From the top down this energy is mismatched, the weak they have little hope whilst the playing field is never level. Political unrest, Governments, corporations, business, organisations and family’s all have collective energy that is often misdirected and people left to suffer. Being energetically responsible with awareness and acknowledging our own truth instead of playing follow the leader keeps everyone responsible. We are living in an increasingly violent world with both individuals and groups if we don’t stand up for the victims chaos wins. www.integration.net.au... See MoreSee Less
When control is lost suddenly the roles of the brain change, the anterior cingulate cortex is too fatigued to keep controlling impulses. So…. LET'S GET HIGH. And the left Pre frontal cortex which normally deals with logic and control now takes a different form of action by planning how to get this substance, how you can to pay for it, how to hide it from others and how not to take responsibility for it ? As well as the lies involved to maintain it ?? The amygdala is suddenly passing along waves of excitement rather than anxiety and you are experiencing a short term rush. So there's a feeling relief that comes from escaping self-restraint. But at your own peril. That relief is real, the gratification, both psychologically and neurologically. A temporary state of positive emotion at the start of an empty slippery slide of full of desperation, depression and dive into despair. This is long dive down the rabbit hole, of substance abuse. The rush of anticipation doesn't last long, and that's the most bad arse part of the high! The irony is more the more we preform a task the more engrained the behaviour becomes. Addictions hotline 1800 250 015. ... See MoreSee Less
It not all Black and White The internal dialogue has surrendered. The brain cannot take the strain. You may have been craving, for hours, days, weeks it doesn’t matter anymore ? You finally allow yourself to get the thing you have been craving? Dopamine? But it feels like a headlong rush when you're suddenly "allowed" to go get it. You have finally silenced the ongoing inner voice warning of turmoil. Don't do it….No, just stop…. I should stop……But it would be so nice... Stop thinking about it. Don’t do it….But I want it …agh... F#€K!! This weakening of the will as the anterior cingulate cortex (ACC) running out of fuel, and the finally snapping off the branch. The amygdala begins to panic because your parent like inner voice has lost it marbles and getting really harsh and angry and more desperate to keep you safe. The inner childlike voice has gone into panic and not responding within the left (anger) and the right( panic) side of the prefrontal cortex….. There is a serious family squabble of your adult self and child self going on in the privacy of your own mind. The pre frontal cortex is associated with planing, logic, rationalising and moral judgment so silencing its rational thought moves you to the point of abandoning all reason. Addictions hotline 1800 250 015. www.integration.net.au... See MoreSee Less
It not all Black and White What is the moment that changed your life? Define the singular moment in time that you gave in to your craving? Detail the moment you make the infinite decision to give in to your cravings, and do it, not despite your better knowledge but in-spike of it ? The inner voice cannot be reasoned with any longer, there is surrender but also relief? Abandonment from the suffering of self control and falling into submission but also a trap. This is called ego fatigue, and part of a complex brain dynamic where by you can no longer control your impulse control. Weakening the will and will power to refrain from your chosen insanity either drugs , alcohol, or whatever your addictive substance or behaviour addiction of choice is. I want to point out if any of these trigger uncomfortable feeling it’s important to see someone who can help. I do make perfumes which can provide support they are just that, support. See someone for help and guidance and when you are feeling better in yourself, help someone else. Addictions hotline 1800 250 015. www.integration.net.au... See MoreSee Less
Central meridian The Central Meridian runs up the centre of your body from your pubic bone to beneath your lower lip and the energy moves in an upward direction one of its primary concerns is nourishing the brain for clear thinking. The other is collecting, storage and distribution of energy through the meridian system. It supports yin functions such as calming calming body, developing self worth, self image, emotional heart and mind. In balanced state it contributes to feeling nourished, rested and with a sense of inner strength. The emotions linked with the central meridian are self respect, overwhelmed, shyness, shame, confused, connected and disconnected. So if you are ever feeling overwhelmed or shame this meridian will suffer and there will be less fortifications or resilience to situations. If the energy is not moving freely this may bring confusion without clear communication with the nervous system. The Central meridian is often linked to the functions of the nervous system, in particular the parasympathetic nervous system. So calming an anxious mind and being able to rise above confusion if it strong. If it is out of balance, you may feel unstable, tired, physically depleted and mentally foggy or scattered. It’s a bit like a zipper on a jacket when it zipped up you are able to not only have better flow but an element of protection from bullies. If it’s unzipped you can be vulnerable. Supporting the brain and nervous system the central meridian helps to integrate the 5 basic senses of smell, sound, taste, touch and vision. It also allows senses like vibration, pain, proprioception and pressure. Supporting the Central meridian enhances your natural capacity to flow with the changes of life with purpose. www.integration.net.au... See MoreSee Less
It’s not all black and white
Being an addict of any type is giving in to almost a biological cycle that has more control than you do. Neurotransmitters and hormones behave in a way that the mind has no response to apart from cause and effect.
I remember when I was a child we had a miniature foxy male dog, and a female grey hound down the road was on heat. He would travel down there hoping to get some mismatched loving and be gone for days chasing this female. So we had him desexed the next morning he was weak and skinny but down he went to try and chase this female. The desire for this female was relentless. It would take some time to get the hormones out of his system and free.
Most forms of research suggest a significant time to break an addiction. Many steps and with each step admitting there is a problem. There is time that is needed to get past being defensive and moving past trying to justify behaviour. Clearing up the misconceptions and a lack of insight as they try to stay invested in how they have a positive effect from the drug or behavioural pattern.
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It not all Black and White
Behavioral addictions such as gambling, overeating, shopping, television compulsion, sex, and internet addiction are similar to drug addiction except that the individual is not addicted to a substance, but he/she is addicted to the behavior or the feeling experienced by acting out certain behaviours.
Addictions can occur with any compelling behaviour.
Addiction” (from the Latin addicere) is a term that has been used since the 15th century specified a state of being surrendered, and devoted to something habitually or compulsively.
At its core seeking happiness from
outside of yourself, and not wanting to feel bad, or an escape from reality of actually feeling something.
🧩 I am able to evaluate the difference between risk and stability.
www.integration.net.au ... See MoreSee Less
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It not all Black and White
Addictions are now understood to be a brain disease.
Addiction can also cause problems with focus, memory, and learning, as well as poor decision-making and judgement.
Seeking drugs, therefore, is driven by habit rather than conscious decisions, or in any way rational thought.
Addiction has been called a disease of neuroplasticity because substance abuse actually causes changes the the brain, a phenomenon called negative Neuro Adaptation.
Allowing a more open conversation and gain greater knowledge and understanding around addiction and the plasticity of the brain. Why and how to make positive changes so we can help people off the rollercoaster of addiction.
By having an empathetic look into how complex the human mind actually is and why this role play is fully acceptable in our society…….at a level well beyond the victims control.
The more we can comprehend the nature of addiction, as a chronic disease the better equipped we’ll be to help those trapped in a relentless cycle.
🧩 I find meaningful purpose without addictions.
Addictions hotline 1800 250 015.
www.integration.net.au ... See MoreSee Less
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It not all Black and White
Amygdala and Hippocampus construct intense emotional memories of drug or addictive experiences. These memories link the powerful and emotional pleasures of drug highs to the people, places, time and objects associated with them. So maintaining these associations can then by themselves trigger cravings for the experiences in the brain. It not just the substance or behaviour itself.
Because addiction develops when the pleasure circuits in the brain get overwhelmed. This is when you hear about reward systems, or pathways, this is the role of dopamine when it comes to addiction.
Developed in one of our most primitive parts of the brain, the reward system, developed as a way to reinforce behaviours or a short cut that takes less energy rather than learned responses.
As a feedback signal in the brain when a simple pleasurable surge of dopamine, produces a surge of euphoria and satisfaction.
However, with chronic use of the substance, over time the brain’s circuits adapt and become less sensitive to dopamine. This means over time, you build tolerance and need more and more of that substance to generate the level of high you crave. Learning what actually triggers behaviour can be an important steps in understanding and learning to increase personal power over addiction.
www.integration.net.au ... See MoreSee Less
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Energy and power is monopolised by collectives in the same way as I described a bully in the playground is allowed to hold power over another and subconsciously we know we should support the victim but ultimately this mostly doesn’t happen because of fear of retaliation or for the embarrassment involved in speaking out from a crowd. Support for the victims is never enough. Particularly when there are all sorts of laws people can use to further intimidate others. We need to deeply evaluate our moral system because acting without shame has consequences for many people and while we let this level of toxic culture thrive we bring shame on our own house.
Popular belief feels much more like safe ground and particularly for people who panic, freeze or fawn because these people don’t like the idea of conflict or upsetting somebody or a group who would seem to have power and influence. So in stressful situations this is most people because the amygdala and prefrontal cortex are not synchronised and the nervous system is busy dealing with stress.
So basically the influence a bully has regarding any situation is more likely to grow rather than to be subdued. Unfortunately we can talk about bullies in the playground and think this behaviour is children learning how to manage personality difference. But this happens in all walks of life. It is an energy dynamic where there is a power trip involved and for someone who feels lacking of self worth the influence of a little power feels exhilarating and unless they have reason to stop it, it will continue. As we continue to build a culture where mismatched energy or inequality is fair game evil will reign over good.
Being held accountable for responsible and respectful behaviour really something everyone should have understanding in because the victim has lost energy to the energy dynamic and the bully feels exhilarated so without support from others the victim is powerless to rise up. From the top down this energy is mismatched, the weak they have little hope whilst the playing field is never level. Political unrest, Governments, corporations, business, organisations and family’s all have collective energy that is often misdirected and people left to suffer.
Being energetically responsible with awareness and acknowledging our own truth instead of playing follow the leader keeps everyone responsible.
We are living in an increasingly violent world with both individuals and groups if we don’t stand up for the victims chaos wins.
www.integration.net.au ... See MoreSee Less
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When control is lost suddenly the roles of the brain change, the anterior cingulate cortex is too fatigued to keep controlling impulses. So….
LET'S GET HIGH. And the left Pre frontal cortex which normally deals with logic and control now takes a different form of action by planning how to get this substance, how you can to pay for it, how to hide it from others and how not to take responsibility for it ? As well as the lies involved to maintain it ??
The amygdala is suddenly passing along waves of excitement rather than anxiety and you are experiencing a short term rush.
So there's a feeling relief that comes from escaping self-restraint. But at your own peril. That relief is real, the gratification, both psychologically and neurologically. A temporary state of positive emotion at the start of an empty slippery slide of full of desperation, depression and dive into despair. This is long dive down the rabbit hole, of substance abuse. The rush of anticipation doesn't last long, and that's the most bad arse part of the high! The irony is more the more we preform a task the more engrained the behaviour becomes.
Addictions hotline 1800 250 015. ... See MoreSee Less
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It not all Black and White
The internal dialogue has surrendered. The brain cannot take the strain. You may have been craving, for hours, days, weeks it doesn’t matter anymore ? You finally allow yourself to get the thing you have been craving? Dopamine? But it feels like a headlong rush when you're suddenly "allowed" to go get it.
You have finally silenced the ongoing inner voice warning of turmoil. Don't do it….No, just stop…. I should stop……But it would be so nice... Stop thinking about it. Don’t do it….But I want it …agh... F#€K!!
This weakening of the will as the anterior cingulate cortex (ACC) running out of fuel, and the finally snapping off the branch. The amygdala begins to panic because your parent like inner voice has lost it marbles and getting really harsh and angry and more desperate to keep you safe. The inner childlike voice has gone into panic and not responding within the left (anger) and the right( panic) side of the prefrontal cortex…..
There is a serious family squabble of your adult self and child self going on in the privacy of your own mind. The pre frontal cortex is associated with planing, logic, rationalising and moral judgment so silencing its rational thought moves you to the point of abandoning all reason.
Addictions hotline 1800 250 015.
www.integration.net.au ... See MoreSee Less
0 CommentsComment on Facebook
It not all Black and White
What is the moment that changed your life? Define the singular moment in time that you gave in to your craving? Detail the moment you make the infinite decision to give in to your cravings, and do it, not despite your better knowledge but in-spike of it ? The inner voice cannot be reasoned with any longer, there is surrender but also relief? Abandonment from the suffering of self control and falling into submission but also a trap.
This is called ego fatigue, and part of a complex brain dynamic where by you can no longer control your impulse control. Weakening the will and will power to refrain from your chosen insanity either drugs , alcohol, or whatever your addictive substance or behaviour addiction of choice is.
I want to point out if any of these trigger uncomfortable feeling it’s important to see someone who can help. I do make perfumes which can provide support they are just that, support. See someone for help and guidance and when you are feeling better in yourself, help someone else.
Addictions hotline 1800 250 015.
www.integration.net.au ... See MoreSee Less
0 CommentsComment on Facebook
Central meridian
The Central Meridian runs up the centre of your body from your pubic bone to beneath your lower lip and the energy moves in an upward direction one of its primary concerns is nourishing the brain for clear thinking. The other is collecting, storage and distribution of energy through the meridian system.
It supports yin functions such as calming calming body, developing self worth, self image, emotional heart and mind. In balanced state it contributes to feeling nourished, rested and with a sense of inner strength.
The emotions linked with the central meridian are self respect, overwhelmed, shyness, shame, confused, connected and disconnected.
So if you are ever feeling overwhelmed or shame this meridian will suffer and there will be less fortifications or resilience to situations. If the energy is not moving freely this may bring confusion without clear communication with the nervous system.
The Central meridian is often linked to the functions of the nervous system, in particular the parasympathetic nervous system. So calming an anxious mind and being able to rise above confusion if it strong.
If it is out of balance, you may feel unstable, tired, physically depleted and mentally foggy or scattered.
It’s a bit like a zipper on a jacket when it zipped up you are able to not only have better flow but an element of protection from bullies. If it’s unzipped you can be vulnerable.
Supporting the brain and nervous system the central meridian helps to integrate the 5 basic senses of smell, sound, taste, touch and vision. It also allows senses like vibration, pain, proprioception and pressure.
Supporting the Central meridian enhances your natural capacity to flow with the changes of life with purpose.
www.integration.net.au ... See MoreSee Less
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