Healing Trauma & an Addiction to Drama

The Gently Used Human with Dr. Scott Lyons

Do you ever feel like the dramas of life are following you around? Or someone you know always seems to be spiraling into crisis, overscheduling themselves to the point of overwhelm, or trying to rope people into their tornado of chaos?

In this special episode, we're unlocking the vault to share a previously recorded conversation from our archives that's going to shed some light on why many of us might feel trapped in a loop of drama. In it, Dr. Scott delves into his transformative book, Addicted to Drama, joined by the insightful Dr. Nicole LePera. Together, they get to the heart of why some of us might feel drawn to chaotic situations, highlighting the role of past experiences and hidden emotional triggers.

It isn't just about identifying the problem; it's about finding ways out. They'll discuss the habits that keep us stuck in drama and offer insights on breaking free. If you've ever felt like you or someone you know is always at the center of some emotional storm, don't miss this enlightening discussion. It might just be the guide you need to find calm amidst the chaos.

Topics We Break Down

• Recognizing drama addiction.
• Drama's impact on intimacy.
• Phases in healing and the role of forgiveness.
• Stress in the attention economy.
• The phenomenon of stress contagion.
• Supporting drama-addicted loved ones.