Addiction is often associated with substances like drugs and alcohol, but it can manifest in many forms. Understanding and addressing the underlying factors driving addictive behaviors is crucial for recovery. This week on the Positive Psychology Hour, Caroline Kohles discusses this topic with Dr. Adam Schilling, an expert in the field, who shares how positive psychology can be a transformative tool in combating addiction.

Your life story has a narrator—the voices in your head that form the inner Grand Narrator Around Thought (GNAT). These voices are not you, but parts of your thinking habits. The GNAT, the collective chorus of voices in your head, focuses on keeping you safe by constantly buzzing about social acceptability and past pains. It often defaults to negativity, reinforcing self-critical and fearful thoughts.

Join us for an insightful exploration of Dr. Schilling's groundbreaking insights on addiction and its profound influence on personal and professional growth. From deconstructing negative self-talk to delving into the depths of motivation and values, our conversation delves into the essence of leadership psychology.

Join Brad on this weekly podcast as he explores all aspects of health. After going through some extreme hardships in life, Brad came to realize that today's platforms of "Health", "Wellness", and "Fitness" are simply too superficial. They miss so much of what is needed to truly be resilient, fit, healthy, age-defying and constantly growing in life.

In this insightful interview, Adam Schilling, a positive psychology and relationship coach, shares his journey from traditional addiction treatment to a practice grounded in positive psychology. With a rich academic background and years of experience, Adam now coaches clients to better understand their minds and bodies, overcome addictive behaviors, and develop healthier relationships with themselves.