James Kimmel on Revenge Addiction: Breaking Free and Regaining Control

<p>James Kimmel, author of&nbsp;<a href="https://amzn.to/41bUmAd" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><em>The Science of Revenge</em></a>, joins the show to unpack one of the most overlooked forms of distraction and emotional hijacking: revenge. Drawing from neuroscience, psychology, and decades of legal and public health research, James reveals how revenge isn’t just an emotional reaction—it’s an addictive cycle that can derail our focus, well-being, and relationships. If you’ve ever ruminated about a workplace slight, stewed in a sense of injustice, or mentally put someone “on trial,” this episode offers a powerful, science-backed path forward.</p><p><strong>In this episode, we cover:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>What Makes Revenge So Addictive:</strong>&nbsp;How grievances activate the same reward centers in the brain as drugs, gambling, and other addictive behaviors.</li><li><strong>Revenge as a Productivity Killer:</strong>&nbsp;Why revenge always focuses on the past—and how ...