#92 - The Geographical Cure for Addiction - Why Running Away Won't Fix Your Problems

State Of Mind Mental Health Podcast · Nov 25, 2025 · 8m

I recently returned from a trip to Rome, Italy, which reminded me of the illusion of the "geographical cure." This is the belief that changing my location will solve my problems, especially when it comes to addiction. During my nearly two decades of dealing with mental health and addiction issues, I found that I could abstain from getting high while on vacation or in a foreign country. However, this was only temporary relief. The real issue lies within me—my internal coping mechanisms and my inability to deal with life's challenges. Moving to a new place doesn't change that. True healing…