The Destruction & Awakening of Elizabeth Gilbert
Rich Roll
Sep 11, 2025
Mindsip insights from this episode:
Recognize self-awareness as a step, not a solution in recovery
You can have a deep intellectual understanding of why you act a certain way, but 'discovery is not recovery' as it doesn't stop the addictive behavior.
Recognize relapse as returning to family role in recovery
In relationship-focused 12-step programs, relapse is defined as returning to your original role in your family system, such as being the caregiver.
Utilize Whoop wearable for on-demand ECG and heart rate monitoring
The all-new Whoop wearable is 7% smaller, has a 14-day battery life, and includes a heart rate screener with on-demand ECG readings you can share with your doctor.
Try Nandaka B Peak for focus and calm energy without crash
Nandaka B Peak is a coffee alternative made with 100% fruiting body mushrooms like Lion's Mane, Reishi, and Chaga for focus and calm energy without a crash.
Shift focus from purpose to presence for peace of mind
Instead of stressing about finding your life's purpose, which can create anxiety, try to replace that search with an awareness of the present moment.
Choose recovery to gain everything from life
Addiction is giving up everything for one thing, while recovery is giving up one thing for everything.
Challenge the notion of self-hatred as a western concept
When the Dalai Lama first encountered the concept of self-hatred from Westerners, he was bewildered, as the idea of being an enemy to oneself was completely foreign to his understanding of the mind.
Release the illusion of control to overcome anxiety
The fear of losing control through surrender is an illusion because you never actually had control in the first place; all you had was anxiety.
Challenge painful beliefs with Byron Katie's four questions
Byron Katie's 'The Work' uses four questions to challenge painful beliefs: Is it true? Can you absolutely know it's true? How do you react when you believe it? Who would you be without it?.
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