Elisa Hallerman, PhD is an expert on addiction and sobriety – and the founder of the Recovery Management Agency – which provides comprehensive and personalized treatment for addiction, mental health, and trauma. In this episode, Dr. Hallerman uses neuroscience to offer insights into the complexities of addiction, including the impact of trauma and adverse childhood experiences, and emphasizes the need for compassion and support. Learn about the root cause of addiction, how symbolism and mythology help you heal, and how to transform your pain into purpose. In this episode we cover:0:03:50 – Life as an Addict0:09:15 – Is Addiction a Choice0:16:17 – COVID-19 and Addiction0:21:39 – Eating Disorders0:22:49 – Loneliness Epidemic0:23:47 – Root Causes0:27:08 – Trauma0:34:16 – Adverse Childhood Experiences0:38:21 – Soul-Work0:42:14 – Success0:50:29 – The Turning Point0:54:53 – The Career Change0:57:22 – The Acorn Theory1:03:08 – Is Suffering Necessary?1:06:55 – Finding Purpose1:08:22 – Soulbriety Method1:14:45 – RMA1:20:07 – Being Emotionally Available with BoundariesLearn more about Commune and check out all our health, nutrition, and functional medicine courses free for 14 days at onecommune.com/trial This podcast is supported by:Big Bold HealthBig Bold Health has just released its ultimate immune synergy combo of its top immune active ingredients from plants, sea, and soil. Featuring clinically studied probiotics, prebiotics, and supercharged omega-3s. Big Bold Health is offering the Commune community $10 off most products when you go to bigboldhealth.com and use the promo code “COMMUNE”.HVMNA clean energy boost without sugar or caffeine. One shot will help you feel clear, focused, and ready to take on the day. When you’re low on fuel, Ketone-IQ™ is your secret weapon. 20% OFF HVMN promo code: COMMUNE https://hvmn.com/COMMUNEVivobarefootVivobarefoot is giving feet the freedom to move as Mother Nature intended. The best piece of technology ever to be put into a shoe is the human foot. Get 15% off your first Vivobarefoot order at Vivobarefoot.com. Use the code VIVOCOMMUNE15 at check out. Reclaim your natural potential. The journey starts with your feet. Parsley Health It’s time to get better and feel better. Go to parsleyhealth.com/commune to schedule a free membership consultation and learn more about how Parsley can help you heal.