Why do we keep going back to the things we say we don't want to do? What if the problem isn't a moral failure—but a hijacked reward system in the brain?
In this episode, Rose Ann Forte dives into the neuroscience behind addiction and why willpower alone isn't enough to break free. With biblical wisdom and brain-based understanding, she reveals the powerful biological process God designed—and how addictive substances or behaviors take advantage of it.
If you've ever wondered "What happened to me? I used to be goal-oriented... joyful... motivated…"—this episode will help you make sense of that confusion, without shame.
You'll learn:
- What dopamine is and how it works in normal vs. addictive habits
- Why addictive behaviors crowd out joy from everyday life
- What Scripture says about these destructive cycles (Proverbs 23:31–35, Ephesians 5:15–18, Romans 12:2, Galatians 5:1)
- Why renewing your mind is scientifically and spiritually possible
- How the Choose Freedom® Program and resources like Prepare to Quit can help you rewire your brain and reclaim your joy
📚 Mentioned in the Episode:
- Prepare to Quit book on Amazon »
- The Plans He Has for Me devotional »
- Join the private Facebook group for The Plans He Has For Me: click here »
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