Why Your Brain Craves Things That Make You Miserable | Luke Storey : 1571

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Get your copy of Luke’s new book: A Horse Named Lonesome https://ahorsenamedlonesome.com The Neuroscience of Addiction, Breaking Bad Habits, Childhood Trauma, Psychedelic Healing, Loneliness & Emotional Recovery Host Dave Asprey sits down with Luke Storey, host of The Life Stylist Podcast and author of A Horse Named Lonesome, to explore the science of addiction, loneliness, childhood trauma, emotional healing, psychedelics, brain chemistry, and the surprising relationship between human connection and happiness. Drawing on nearly three decades of recovery from drug addiction, Luke explains why overcoming substance abuse doesn't necessarily resolve the emotional patterns behind it, how unresolved trauma can shape relationships and behavior, and why having fewer, deeper friendships may lead to greater fulfillment. Luke shares his journey from childhood trauma and early substance use to long-term sobriety, revealing why he continued struggling with codependency, unhealthy relationships, and self-destructive patterns even after 20 years without addictive drugs. He discusses his controversial decision to explore ayahuasca and other psychedelics after two decades of sobriet