This week Alana Gordon (LMFT and co-host of the Choose To Bepodcast) joins Luke as they explore the crucial first step in overcoming compulsive behavior: breaking through denial.
Learn about the importance of accepting feedback, taking responsibility, and facing discomfort to become your true self and transform your relationships.
Chapters
01:03 Breaking Through Denial: The First Step
02:12 Understanding Denial and Levels of Awareness
07:02 Personal Responsibility and Self-Assessment
17:52 The Importance of Feedback and Narrative Control
23:00 Identifying and Breaking Patterns
27:34 Accepting the Full Scope of the Problem
30:45 Feeling Discomfort and Taking Action
35:41 Upcoming Events
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