The Path to Inner Freedom: Neuroplasticity, Mindfulness, and Porn Addiction Recovery, w/ Jeremy Lipkowitz and Taylor Chambers

Today I'm joined by Taylor Chambers in this interview from the Porn Resilient Marriage Summit. Taylor and I discuss how mindfulness strengthens recovery efforts, tackles shame, and promotes healthier life choices. I share insights from the Unhooked Academy program, my training as a Buddhist monk, and my academic background in genetics and genomics. The conversation covers the science of neuroplasticity, the concept of equanimity, the importance of community, and the nuanced role of shame in recovery. This episode aims to help listeners understand and implement mindfulness practices to transform their lives. Interested in joining the Unhooked Academy Group Program? Sign up for a free call: https://www.unhookedacademy.com/ Looking for a self-led journey with the Unhooked Online Course: https://jeremylipkowitz.mykajabi.com/unhooked Interested in personal 1:1 coaching? Click here: https://www.jeremylipkowitz.com/intro Connect with me on Social: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jeremylipkowitz/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/JeremyLipkowitz Shownotes: 00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction 00:22 The Role of Mindfulness in Recovery 03:04 Understanding Mindfulness and Its Benefits 07:59 Developing Mindfulness Skills 13:01 The Power of Non-Judgmental Awareness 20:51 Addressing Shame in Addiction 21:53 Understanding Toxic Shame 22:40 Buddhist Philosophy: The Two Guardians 24:05 Healthy Shame vs. Toxic Shame 28:43 The Role of Community in Healing Shame 33:13 The Power of Accountability 36:58 Embracing Healthy Sexuality 39:23 Introduction to Mindfulness Made Easy 39:39 Course Details and Final Thoughts ---------------- ABOUT JEREMY LIPKOWITZ Jeremy overcame addiction, shame, self-judgement, and depression in his early twenties with the help of mindfulness meditation. Mindfulness not only helped him let go of destructive behaviors, it also allowed him to connect with deeper meaning and purpose in his life. For the past 10 years Jeremy has been teaching mindfulness and emotional intelligence practices at universities, recovery centers, and companies throughout Asia and the US. He holds a Bachelors and Master’s degree in Genetics and Genomics, and spent several years at Duke University working towards a PhD in Genetics & Systems Biology before he turned full-time to teaching mindfulness. Jeremy is also an ICF certified Executive Coach. As a former scientist and academic, Jeremy has a great passion for bringing his EI based coaching skills into the corporate and professional world. He realizes how powerful & transformative these practices can be for skeptics and senior-level managers. He is known for his calm and grounded demeanor, his expertise in habits and high-performance, and his compassionate approach to transformation.