Michael Stoller

MY BLUEPRINT: Struggle Towards Emotional Sobriety

Michael Stoller

  • #369 Why I Do This

#369 Why I Do This

Friday 1st August 2025

Michael Stoller shares personal reflections on emotional sobriety, life's changes, and finding joy in simplicity in this heartfelt episode.
Explicit
10 minutes
Inspiring
Honest
Supportive
Encouraging
Authentic

About this podcast

MY BLUEPRINT: Struggle Towards Emotional Sobriety
Author:
Michael Stoller
Overview:
Categories:
Sobriety Toolkit
Mindfulness & Emotional Wellbeing
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Creative Recovery Journeys
Entrepreneurship for Personal Growth
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Embracing Life's Changes: Michael Stoller's Journey

Episode Overview

  • Embrace life's natural flow to avoid sorrow.
  • Finding joy in simple daily activities can be transformative.
  • Perseverance can lead to significant milestones.
  • Physical setbacks can mirror recovery challenges.
  • Sharing experiences can inspire others.
Life is a series of natural and spontaneous changes. Don't resist them; that only creates sorrow.
In this episode of 'MY BLUEPRINT: Struggle Towards Emotional Sobriety', Michael Stoller opens up about his journey towards emotional sobriety, sharing insights that are both deeply personal and universally relatable. With a casual and heartfelt tone, Michael reflects on life's spontaneous changes, drawing inspiration from the teachings of Lao Tzu and the simple joys of everyday life. He emphasises the importance of embracing life's natural flow, suggesting that resisting change only leads to sorrow.
Michael candidly discusses his experiences with depression, anxiety, and spirituality, weaving in anecdotes from his own life and recovery journey. He shares the excitement of landing a part-time job at Meadows Downers Grove Intensive Outpatient Program, marking a significant milestone after years of perseverance. Through humorous tales, like hurting his back in an unremarkable way, he illustrates how physical setbacks mirror the ups and downs of recovery.
Michael's storytelling is infused with warmth and humour, making it easy to connect with his experiences. He also touches on the concept of grace and how it influences his life and recovery process. Whether you're navigating your own path to sobriety or supporting someone who is, this episode offers a gentle reminder that life is about embracing change and finding joy in simplicity. Michael's audio journal serves as a beacon for those seeking solace in shared experiences.
As he hopes to inspire others and perhaps become a voice akin to Brene Brown for men, his reflections are bound to resonate with anyone on a similar journey. Why not take a moment to listen and see how Michael's musings might offer a fresh perspective on your own challenges?
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