05: Using Mindfulness to Overcome Addiction with Robert Cox

Mindfulness. It’s all the rage on the internet, but a lot of people haven’t a clue what it means when they see it. We all have a different image and set of expectations about mindfulness, but what actually is it, and how can it help those on the road to recovery? Is it just a fad, or will adopting a mindfulness practice really make a difference in the way we think? Robert Cox is a Mindfulness Master, and he has experience and success stories to share with the “Addicted Mind” community this week. Robert is also the host of two podcasts, so he knows a thing or two about making something “heady” like Mindfulness easy to digest. Robert shares the evidence scientists have gathered for the brain transforming power of mindfulness, and then teaches you a few tricks to try it out on your own.  Robert defines Mindfulness based off of research.  The subtle difference between mindfulness and meditation.  Using mindfulness to build resistance to cravings.  The current mindfulness research for treatment in addiction and autism.  Changing brain chemistry through mindfulness.  We can break neuron connections and rewire them by catching it early.  Anyone can benefit from a mindfulness practice.  “Chill” App on iPhone to help ground you.  Learn a simple grounding exercise.  Links http://liferecoveryconsulting.com/   Discover more with Robert’s “Mindful Recovery” and “Listening to Autism” Podcasts.