Episode 102: With Change, Comes Loss

When someone contemplates making a change in their behavior it is common for others to look at the benefits of a new behavior as well as being hyper focused on the consequences of the old behavior.  This is especially routine when it comes to stopping a behavior that is seen as problematic and resulting in severe consequences like substance use, gambling, and pornography.  What is often missed in making the transition is the loss a person experiences with making changes.  Explore how common it is to dismiss the loss people experience when changing a behavior.