Addicted To Love with Sony Perlman #addictionrecovery #healing #jewishpodcast #therapyworks
In this episode of The None of Your Business Podcast, hosts Michael Greenfield and Ushy Schwartz sit down with Sony Perlman, LMSW, a licensed therapist and Clinical Director of Boys Our Place and Our Village Sober Living, where he has spent over two decades helping young men overcome addiction and heal from trauma. Sony introduces his unique “Shiva House Rules” approach to recovery, focusing on the transformative power of community, love, and connection in the healing process. He delves into the emotional roots of addiction, discussing how low self-esteem and the need for validation often drive destructive behaviors. Through compelling stories of personal transformation, Sonny emphasizes the importance of building strong support systems to aid in recovery. Along the way, the conversation takes a lighter turn as Sony and the hosts debate the role of public displays of affection in relationships, blending humor with insightful discussions on mental health, trauma, and personal growth. Whether you're interested in addiction recovery, mental health, or just looking for inspiring real-life stories, this episode is packed with profound insights and light-hearted moments. It’s a must-listen for anyone on a journey of personal or professional growth. 00:00 Welcome and Introduction 00:31 Discussing Addictions 02:48 Sonny Perlman's Background 03:09 Personal Stories and Experiences 09:24 The Importance of Public Affection 22:44 Sonny's Work in Addiction Recovery 28:58 Understanding Validation Addiction 29:42 Addiction as a Spectrum 30:18 The Role of Self-Esteem in Addiction 31:06 Comfort and External Self-Esteem 32:25 The Impact of Trauma on Addiction 35:33 Shiva House Rules and Healing 41:11 Community Support in Recovery 45:50 Parenting and Prevention 58:26 Challenges in Tight-Knit Communities 01:01:57 Teenage Rebellion and Parental Challenges 01:02:33 The Importance of Parental Separation 01:03:13 Parenting Through Rebellion 01:03:55 Discipline and Sensitivity in Parenting 01:04:51 Adapting Parenting Styles 01:05:45 The Evolution of Parenting with Multiple Children 01:06:51 Realizations and Reflections on Parenting 01:10:28 Addressing Addiction and Community Support 01:12:34 The Role of Community in Recovery 01:13:19 Challenges and Success in Recovery Programs 01:19:12 Lightning Round: Insights and Reflections 01:22:03 Closing Thoughts and Future Plans @brainstormwithsony @michael.unplugged #positivemindset #growth #mindset #community 📺 Watch the full episode here: https://youtu.be/KkeUOGbPL4c 🟢Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/7s7CLBe5dco2WCpdhjRBpz?si=0132075f602d4e3d&nd=1&dlsi=c5e7d8e89fd5481a 🍎Apple https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/none-of-your-business-podcast/id1747970256 Instagram https://www.instagram.com/noneofyourbpod/ https://www.tiktok.com/@noneofyourbpod https://x.com/noneofyourbpod https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61563856914096