Madeline Forrest
Madeline Forrest
#97 Navigating Change & Letting Go of Control in Sobriety (feat. My Mom)
#97 Navigating Change & Letting Go of Control in Sobriety (feat. My Mom)
#97 Navigating Change & Letting Go of Control in Sobriety (feat. My Mom)
Tuesday 24th September 2024
Join us as we explore change, acceptance, and control in sobriety with insightful stories and heartfelt conversations.
46 minutes
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Author:
Madeline Forrest
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Categories:
Sobriety in Everyday Life
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Creative Recovery Journeys
Navigating Challenges in Recovery
Mindfulness & Emotional Wellbeing
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Episode Overview
- Acceptance is key when facing change and loss.
- Present moment awareness can alleviate stress.
- Letting go of control offers emotional freedom.
- Long-distance relationships require patience.
- Therapy can be a valuable tool in navigating life transitions.
You can't control the first thought, but you can choose the second one. That's the choice thought.
In this engaging episode of the Happiest Sober Podcast, Madeline sits down with her mom to discuss the intricate interplay of change, acceptance, and control in sobriety. As life throws new challenges and transitions, such as moving homes and navigating long-distance relationships, Madeline and her mom dive into how practicing acceptance can offer peace and clarity. Madeline shares her personal experiences of moving back home and entering a long-distance relationship with her partner in Denver.
These changes have taught her the importance of staying in the present moment rather than dwelling on the past or anxiously anticipating the future. The duo explores how the stories we tell ourselves influence our mental health and the power of choosing our thoughts. Through the lens of sobriety, they emphasize that while we cannot control every thought or urge that arises, we have the power to decide how we respond to them.
Madeline reflects on the role of therapy in her journey, highlighting its accessibility and affordability through services like RULA. Listeners are encouraged to embrace the concept of acceptance, which can serve as a valuable tool in navigating life's ups and downs. Whether one is dealing with the loss of a childhood home or the complexities of a long-distance relationship, finding peace in the present moment is a recurring theme.
Join Madeline and her mom as they share heartfelt stories and insights, offering encouragement to anyone facing similar transitions in life. This episode is a reminder that life's happiest moments often come when we let go of control and embrace the journey of sobriety with open arms.