Patrick Fox
Patrick Fox
199. The Power of Feeling Proud
199. The Power of Feeling Proud
199. The Power of Feeling Proud
Friday 9th May 2025
Explore the power of feeling proud in sobriety with Patrick Fox. Learn why celebrating your wins is crucial for long-term success.
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Sobriety Toolkit
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Creative Recovery Journeys
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Body & Mind
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Episode Overview
- Celebrating personal achievements is vital for maintaining sobriety.
- Fear of failure and cultural conditioning often hinder feelings of pride.
- True pride aligns with personal values, not arrogance.
- Feeling proud can inspire others and boost self-worth.
- Challenge negative self-talk to embrace pride in your journey.
Feeling proud doesn't mean you're better than others. It's about acknowledging yourself.
Feeling proud might seem like a simple concept, but this episode of The Alcohol ReThink Podcast dives into why it's often a struggle, especially for men who have made significant strides in their sobriety journey. Host Patrick Fox tackles the complex emotions surrounding pride and how it can impact long-term success. He explores the reasons behind this reluctance to celebrate personal achievements, from fear of failure to cultural conditioning and perfectionism.
Patrick's candid reflections and coaching insights reveal how neglecting pride can quietly sabotage progress, emphasising that acknowledging your wins is crucial for maintaining momentum. Throughout the episode, Patrick shares anecdotes from his coaching sessions, highlighting how pride can be misconstrued as arrogance or selfishness. He argues that true pride is about recognising one's efforts and aligning with personal values, rather than comparing oneself to others.
This discussion extends beyond sobriety, touching on how feeling proud can inspire others and foster self-worth. Listeners are encouraged to rethink their relationship with pride, embracing it as a tool for growth and resilience. Patrick offers practical advice on how to name your wins, challenge negative self-talk, and understand that feeling proud doesn't diminish others' struggles. With humour and empathy, he invites you to reflect on how pride can transform your journey towards a healthier life.
So, if you're curious about how embracing pride can empower your sobriety journey, this episode is a must-listen. It might just change the way you see yourself and your achievements.