Finding the Path Through Heartache: A Journey of Connection and Light

Maybe you feel like the heartache of addiction is a long, dark night of winter. You’re not alone in this feeling. In the words of John 1:5, "The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness can never extinguish it." This heartache doesn't only affect those battling addiction; it deeply impacts their loved ones, too. Watching someone you care about struggle, desperately trying to escape their pain, can be truly heart-wrenching.

Longing for Connection

Have you ever found yourself longing for connection? Maybe you’ve noticed that connection has been absent for far too long, leading you to question the behaviors you see around you. When someone turns to video games, substances, overworking, or overeating, it often stems from a desire to feel connected—or at least to escape feelings of disconnection. These behaviors can serve as temporary relief from a longing that feels unreachable.

Understanding the Pathways of Comfort

In a recent podcast interview, I spoke with a professional using cold lasers to help those battling addiction. She explained how our brains have neurological pathways that seek comfort in what’s familiar. Just like animals in the Colorado snow who tread the same path over and over, our neurotransmitters often follow the same route, seeking relief from anxiety, frustration, and confusion.