This podcast episode details Emma Chamberlain's journey of quitting nicotine and her surprising discovery of a severe oral fixation. She recounts various oral fixations throughout her life, from thumb-sucking and cough drops to vaping and, currently, minty toothpicks. Chamberlain connects these behaviors to anxiety and stress management, highlighting the intensity of her oral fixation as a key takeaway. Listeners gain insight into the complexities of addiction and the unexpected ways people cope with stress, potentially prompting self-reflection on personal habits. The episode concludes with Chamberlain's current oral fixation on minty toothpicks and aspartame-free mints.
