Episode 10: Why the Pain? Addiction, Trauma & the Healing Power of Breathwork (with Jacinta from The Spiritual Book Club)

Welcome to another powerful episode of The George Peterson Podcast!
In this special episode, I’m excited to share a conversation I had recently as part of The Spiritual Book Club’s Life Changing Chat series with the amazing Jacinta.

This was an honest, eye-opening discussion on addiction, trauma, Breathwork, and healing—and one that I believe will resonate deeply with anyone on the path of personal growth.

We unpacked some of the big myths around addiction and why, in my experience, we often treat it backwards. It’s not about asking why the addiction?—but why the pain? Because behind every addictive pattern is an unmet emotion or wound we haven’t yet learned to sit with.

We explored:

• My personal journey through addiction recovery
• How addiction shows up beyond substances—think phones, social media, judgment
• The role of distraction in sabotaging our dreams
• Why Breathwork is such a powerful tool to move through emotional pain and trauma
• How regular meditation helps us stop bullshitting ourselves and make the growth zone our new comfort zone
• And why the best way to inspire others into this work is to embody it yourself

This conversation is a deep dive into emotional honesty, healing through discomfort, and how Breathwork and meditation can help us break free from the patterns that hold us back.

🎧 Tune in to hear this powerful replay from The Spiritual Book Club and discover practical tools to help you meet your pain, transform your habits, and create a life that feels deeply aligned.

Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:

• Join my 30-Day Breathwork Challenge: HERE
• Connect with our Soulmates Online Community: HERE
• Explore our upcoming Retreats with Jo Amor & George Peterson: HERE
• Book a Private Breathwork Healing Session with me: HERE
• Get my book Thrive: How to Use Meditation to Overcome the Things That are Holding You Back: HERE