Johann Hari: The True Cause of Addiction! This is the Real Reason We're Unhappy. Pain is a Signal, Listen To It!
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In this episode of Begin Again, Davina welcomes Johann Hari, an acclaimed journalist, TED speaker, and New York Times best-selling author of The Magic Pill, Chasing the Scream, Lost Connections, and Stolen Focus. Renowned for his exploration of mental health, addiction, and the societal factors shaping our well-being, Johann offers profound insights into why tackling the root causes of our challenges is key to true transformation. Find more of Johann’s work here: www.johannhari.com FB: @JohannHari.Page Insta: @johann.hari TikTok: @johannhari Twitter: @johannhari101 Follow me here: www.instagram.com/beginagain https://www.tiktok.com/@beginagainpod (0:00) Intro (1:26) How to Move Forward in Life After Setbacks (6:18) Healthy Ways to Cope with Trauma (13:44) Why Anti-Depressants Aren't the Only Solution to Depression (15:01) The Importance of Finding Your Support Network (20:54) Why Tough Love Often Backfires (23:45) How Hatred Controls Our Lives and How to Break Free (30:07) Adobe Ad (31:15) Fiverr Ad (32:05) Escaping the Social Media Rabbit Hole (40:00) How to Reframe Negativity into Positivity (50:04) The Healing Power of Feeling Truly Loved (51:17) How to Use Your Inner Power to Create Positive Change (01:59:22) Johann's Book (01:01:50) Davina's Takeaways Sponsored by: Adobe - https://www.adobe.com/uk/express/ Fiverr - https://fvrr.co/davina" SetArtwork provided by Kimi Zoet. Enquiries: kimizoet.artsales@gmail.com https://g2ul0.app.link/oQMAPbdSGNb Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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