Dr Brown is a licensed psychologist with more than 40 years of clinical experience, a researcher, and lecturer in the field of addiction.

She is an internationally recognised expert on treatment of alcoholics, adult children of alcoholics and all addicts and their families.

Dr Brown is the author of eleven academic and popular books on addiction and recovery, including her 2014 book: Speed, which this interview focuses on. 

In this conversation, we explore: 

— The invisible and insidious addiction to speed that has slowly been taking hold in Western Culture, and how this is causing widespread mental health problems

— Dr Brown’s definition of addiction as: “A deep self destructive conflict of interest” and a “war within the self”

— Why our inability to face and embrace our limitations may be the central issue in addiction and how this is causing us to lose control

— Strategies for overcoming speed addiction in therapeutic work.

And more. 

You can learn more about Dr Brown’s work at: https://stephaniebrownphd.com. 

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Stephanie Brown, PhD, is a distinguished figure in the addiction field, renowned as a clinician, educator, author, and researcher. In 1977, she pioneered the Alcohol Clinic at Stanford University Medical Center, where she held the helm for eight years. Dr. Brown's groundbreaking work led to the development of the dynamic model for alcoholism recovery, a paradigm she skillfully applied to the long-term treatment of entire alcoholic families. She played a pivotal role in the California State Alcoholism Advisory Board and co-founded the National Association for Children of Addiction (NACoA). Throughout her career, she earned numerous accolades, including the Norman Zinberg Memorial Award and the Miracles Breakfast Constellation Behavioral Health Hope Tribute Award. 

To delve deeper into her impactful journey through her book and website, you can go to https://www.stephaniebrownphd.com/about.

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Books Dr Brown Recommends Every Therapist Should Read: 

— The Cybernetics of "Self": A Theory of Alcoholism — Gregory Bateson - https://psycnet.apa.org/record/1971-29301-001 

— Drinking: A Love Story — Caroline Knapp - https://amzn.to/3rltmPz 

— Speed: Facing Our Addiction to Fast and Faster- And Overcoming Our Fear of Slowing Down — Stephanie Brown - https://amzn.to/3NEStoe 

— reStart (Training Program) — Dr. Hilarie Cash - https://www.restartlife.com/why-trust-restart/ 

— Video Games & Your Kids: How Parents Stay in Control — Dr. Hilarie Cash - https://amzn.to/3PMI6By 

— Child, Disrupted — Krista Riihimaki - https://www.childdisrupted.com/trailer

Speed Addiction: Our Invisible Mental Health Threat — Dr Stephanie Brown

This song dives headfirst into the murky territory of self-sabotage, mental health and vulnerability. But this isn’t some moral sermon. Instead, RAW plays out as a conversation, a push and pull with a loved one who delivers the hard truths.

Lyrics:
Summer nights,
Winter days,
Can't see the light,
Don't know my name,
And I'm so tired, ill, afraid,
Living a lie,
There's no escape.

Wrestling the demons inside
It's like RAW
Wrestling the demons inside
It's like RAW
Wrestling the demons inside
It's like RAW
Wrestling the demons inside
It's like RAW

Wrestling the demons inside it's like RAW,
Run but there's nowhere to hide
I can't stop,
Gone like a thief in the night
Who take off,
If it rains know a flood gonna rise
I play god.
She's like 'why you tryna sabotage?
Got the world in the palm of your hand
And you pass it off.
Plus you shine too bright to be blending in,
So why you walk around in your camouflage?
Yeah why you tryna fuck it up?
I know things be weighing on your mind
So you lift it up,
But you always end up coming down,
And you been on this shit for days, when is it enough?'

Summer nights,
Winter days,
Can't see the light,
Don't know my name,
And I'm so tired, ill, afraid,
Living a lie,
There's no escape.

Wrestling the demons inside
It's like RAW
Wrestling the demons inside
It's like RAW
Wrestling the demons inside
It's like RAW
Wrestling the demons inside
It's like RAW

And I can see my face in a scary place,
Too much on my plate that's like every day,
Trip to outer space don't know where it take,
‘Nah this is madness’
She like 'come on you can't tell me you're content with average.'
I said 'really baby I was born to be a savage,
I can live without a shower
I don't need a mattress,
All these material objects are extra baggage.'
'Huh,' she said 'you're smart but you're dumb as fuck,
You waste your time every time and you push your luck,
Getting faded and then feeling rough,
So don't ask me why you're always falling in a rut.'
Damn.

Summer nights,
Winter days,
Can't see the light,
Don't know my name,
And I'm so tired, ill, afraid,
Living a lie.

Wrestling the demons inside
It's like RAW
Wrestling the demons inside
It's like RAW
Wrestling the demons inside
It's like RAW
Wrestling the demons inside
It's like RAW

similar to Chase Atlantic, this EP covers topics such as love, lust, addiction, emotions and sex.

N3W ROCKS (prod. LEVISVI)

TOLER4NCE (prod. Austin Weller)

"In the flicker of candlelight and the hush of masked desire, VENICE ON FIRE drifts through Venice like a fevered dream ... a dance of seduction, sin, and the kind of love that leaves no one untouched."

VENICE ON FIRE

Songwriter: BONDLEZZ (Torsten Ulrich Galts)

[Verse 1] 
You came to me in silk disguise, 
With burning lips and haunted eyes. 
The lamps of Venice bowed in shame, 
while desperately I called your name.
(desperately I still call your name)
You touched me like saints would never dare, 
Those thieves who steal our fire there. 
And I, chained to you, let passion reign,
And drank the wine of your domain.

[Pre-Chorus] 
When the violins fade, will you still crave, 
The sin we made, the heat we gave? 
Life’s gondola drifts, both fierce and mild,
Through holy seas and waters wild. 
Why hide your face in masks of blame, 
When flesh has screamed the lover’s name?
(when flesh has screamed the lovers name)

[Chorus]
Our love’s like a  risky carnival 
deeply drenched in soft moonlight, 
Where masks deceive but mouths ignite. 
We trade our vows for fevered lust, 
We cheat on shame with the sweetest cast. 
We found love both fierce and free, 
No silken veil can silence me.
(no silken veil can silence me)

[Verse 2]
In candle rooms of dark design, 
I kissed your throat, your pulse was mine. 
The air was thick with rose and sin, 
And still I let you pull me in.
(and still I let you pull me in)
You stripped me slow, each thread a crime,
Each gasp a verse, each moan a rhyme. 
The night devoured all our fears,
And left us drunk on happy tears.

[Bridge] 
Do you feel it now, my heart laid bare, 
Pleading for your hungry care? 
Bite deep before the music dies, 
Before the moon unmasks your lies.
(before the moon unmasks your lies)

[Final Chorus] 
This carnival will fade to flame, 
Yet I will last in this viscous game.
Life’s like a masquerade of fire, 
I’ll burn for you, my sole desire. 
Till what´s left is love or just a burning flame.
(till what´s left is love or just a burning flame)

VENICE ON FIRE (nine and a half weeks edit)

Addiction: A Family in Crisis

The comedian recalls his past abuse of a partner. This track shows the abuse we inflict upon our loved ones during substance use. He almost catches a body both literally and figuratively.

Figurative Body

The dark side of everyone's favorite smokable dream/nightmare. Some say it's a cleaner product, including the former president's son, but the story of this bass does not have a happy ending.

Bass Head Bed Time Story

A beloved and dearly missed politician shows us that some people can manage pleasure better than others. Do not follow his example, as he was truly a god among us mere mortals. RIP

Free Bass in a Ford

A rundown of all of the choices you can make. Should you make these choices? That is still up for debate.

Pocket Sized Grandpa

You're not a drugged out loser. You were just too high to figure it out. I might be a drugged out loser, but I've made peace with it. there's still hope for you, probably.

Drugged Out Loser

An introduction with an important message: When does pleasure become pain? When is it time to finally try and get clean? Each individual must decide this for themselves.

Pleasure becomes Pain

1st Hit of OXYgen

“Whiskey and Shadows” tells a powerful and emotional story about love eroded by addiction. While whiskey is the symbol in the song, it represents the broader battle with substance abuse and its devastating impact on relationships. Through haunting lyrics, the song reveals the quiet pain, broken promises, and heartbreak faced by someone trapped in the cycle of addiction and hope for change that may never come.

Whiskey and Shadows

Wokstar

song about my depression , and addiction 

Dissociating

An introduction to my wonderful character Coitus Malum who although human has very monstrous mannerisms when it comes to having feelings for someone. This two track EP starts off with 'Amidst the Fall', his swift spiral into obsession over the one he adores, which is then followed by 'Claws' that tries to contextualize what one of Coitus's partners may experience while being in a relationship with him. Although about Coitus, this is not a part of his story, merely a way to bring about his love through sound.

Amidst the Fall

Claws

Addiction in the workplace is often a silent issue. In this episode of the HR on the Offensive podcast host Chris Howard and guest, Dr. Georges Petitjean, Clinical Director at Inclusion, cut through the taboo to reveal why HR leaders can’t afford to ignore it.  

Georges explains that addiction is as a spectrum, from low-risk use, on one end, to compulsive behaviours continued despite harm, on the other. This not only includes well-known addictions but also caffeine, prescription medication, or even behavioural addictions such as gambling. All of these challenges have an impact on the employee’s personal life but also their work life, and as such should be a consideration for HR leaders. 

How can HR leaders effectively tackle addiction in the workplace?

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I'm going places... places like the city sewers

Fredrick Red was born in the U.S. and raised in Brisbane, Australia. That duality, of never quite feeling home in either world, bleeds into his music. Add in a strict religious upbringing (he left the Mormon church at 15) and you start to understand the cynicism, the introspection and the outsider perspective baked into his bars.

With influences like Mac Miller, Aesop Rock and Gorrilaz, and a deep love for sample-heavy beats, Red’s style falls somewhere in the orbit of Alternative Hip-Hop. It’s moody, it’s honest, and occasionally, it’s razor-sharp. He hasn’t hit the stage yet, and doesn’t care much for algorithms. For now, it’s just about making music that doesn’t lie.

I primarily share country music, though I explore other styles as well. Using AI tools like Suno and Musicful, every element — lyrics, vocals, and instrumentation — is generated by AI. I guide the process from start to finish, choosing themes, shaping moods, and tweaking lyrics until the songs feel right. Many tracks are inspired by my experiences, feelings, and fears, while others tell stories beyond my own life. My music blends advanced technology with storytelling — it’s AI bringing my personal stories, dreams, and emotions to life.

Insights for Evolving Consciousness

In-depth interviews with leading thinkers at the intersection of psychology, neuroscience, culture, and spirituality.

This show is for you if you’re interested in:

– Reducing suffering — in yourself and others
– Continuously upgrading your perspective
– Realising more of your potential
– Experiencing a greater sense of awe, meaning, and connection in everyday life.

New episodes every Thursday.

Are you an HR leader grappling with the complexities of HR tech, transformation, or change management? Then, listen to the HR on the offensive podcast for cutting-edge insights, actionable strategies, and real-world success stories to tackle your biggest HR challenges.

At LACE Partners, we pride ourselves on being a fundamentally different HR consultancy—innovative, and laser-focused on delivering impact. In each episode, we dive into the latest trends, expert advice, and practical solutions to help you stay ahead in a rapidly evolving workplace.

Whether you're looking to drive adoption of new technology, lead organisational change, or simply optimise your HR strategy, you'll leave every episode with fresh perspectives and tools to take your initiatives to the next level.

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The sound of Drain Bamage...


JRU9S CR3W entertainment began when the artist MUD played their first show in 2023. Dressed in full clown makeup and a standard issue rainbow cape. 
JRU9S proceeded to injure and subdue the  sound rig, generously supplied by the forest hippies and Mike the Cowboy.

I am a ghost trapped inside of a speak & spell.

I should have used AI to write this bio, but I hate AI. 
oh well, that's the way the cookie crumbles.
I make music I enjoy, and I enjoy it for about five minutes once I am done. 
I don't know what I make, but I try and push boundaries and express myself, but usually just fall to pieces. 
If you have enjoyed the LO-FI, sonic mess of sounds I create, or any of the remixes. thank you so much.
JRU9S CR3W is treading the water, but I have fun during the right cycle.
I was planning on running a garden hose, duct taped to an exhaust into the cab of my car at the end of the summer.  but now I'm 
trying harder to fix my life.

things haven't been so bad and could have been worse...

Fuck It Dawg Life's A Risk for a Pathetic Use of Potential like myself. If you get the joke you do, if you don't, you don't. 

special thanks to:
The Alberta Mountain Pirates 
Edmonton Bass Society 
The Nerdy Raver 
Rave to the Grave

P.S. it's been zer0 dayz since I smiled like when you were still around...

Favorite Quotes:

I've passed the point of no return, Beth. Do you know when that is? That's the point in a journey where it's longer to go back to the beginning than it is to continue to the end. It's like... do you remember when those astronauts got in trouble? They were going to the moon, and something went wrong. I don't know. Somebody screwed up, and they had to get them back to Earth. But they had passed the point of no return. So they had to go all the way around the moon to get back-and they were out of contact for hours. Everybody waited, breathlessly, to see if a bunch of dead guys in a can would pop out the other side. Well, that's me. I'm on the other side of the moon now... out of contact, and everybody is going to have to wait until I pop out.
- William 'D-Fens' Foster

You can't break a man the way you break a dog or a horse. The harder you beat a man, the taller he stands. To break a man's will, to break his spirit, you have to break his mind. Men have this idea that we can fight with dignity, that there's a proper way to kill someone. It's absurd. It's anesthetic. We need it to endure the bloody horror of murder. You must destroy that idea. Show them what a messy, terrible thing it is to kill a man, and then show them that you relish in it. Shoot to wound, then execute the wounded. Burn them. Take them in close combat. Destroy their preconceptions of what a man is and you become their personal monster. When they fear you, you become stronger, you become better. But let's never forget: it's a display, it's a posture, like a lion's roar or a gorilla thumping at its chest. If you lose yourself in the display, if you succumb to the horror, then you become the monster. You become reduced; not more than a man, but less—and it can be fatal.
-The Jackal

"Welcome to my world of music where each song is a mirror of my inner self.

As a treated Borderliner, living with hypersensitivity, my emotions run deep and so do my lyrics. 

Writing music is not just a passion, it's a lifeline. 
It helps me process the chaos, the beauty, the pain and the moments of light.

Each song I create carries the weight of real experiences drawn from struggles, intensity and vulnerability. 

I write to understand myself and hopefully to help others feel understood too.

While studying Songwriting and Sound Engineering I also explore the use of AI music production tools to expand my emotional storytelling with modern and expressive soundscapes.

All lyrics in my original songs are written by me, born from my inner voice and truth.
(With the exception of reworks or covers.)

Thank you very much for listening to my tunes and stories.
If my songs resonate with you, know that you're not alone."

Let´s keep posted ... 


„I think songwriting is the ultimate form of being able to make anything that happens in your life productive.“ – Taylor Swift.

New tracks tagged #Addiction