A Spiritual Path Through Emotional SobrietyA Spiritual Path Through Emotional Sobriety
Emotional Sobriety: The Next Step in Recovery
Recovery stalwart Richard Warner had to announce himself as a newcomer after decades in the program, a formative experience that he’s grateful for today. With Thom and Allen he walks us through his journey from the depths of addiction to the daily striving for greater Emotional Sobriety. Email Thom: thomrutledgeauthor@gmail.com Email Allen: abphd@msn.com Allen’s first book, Love Secrets Revealed: https://www.amazon.com/Love-Secrets-Revealed-Intimacy-Connection/dp/0757303978/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=love+secrets+revealed+allen+berger&qid=1650843975&sprefix=love+secrets+reve%2Caps%2C165&sr=8-1 Allen’s book, 12 Essential Insights for Emotional Sobriety: https://www.amazon.com/12-Essential-Insights-Emotional-Sobriety/dp/1955415129/ Thom's book, Embracing Fear: https://www.amazon.com/Embracing-Fear-Turn-Scares-Greatest/dp/0062517759/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr= Join Allen & Thom at our Thursday night, 7pm PST Zoom meeting on Emotional Sobriety and the Steps (login information below): https://zoom.us/j/330149513 Password: 375986 For our ongoing video series on Emotional Sobriety and the 12 Steps, visit our YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHEM2-kqLkfp3I4c0jy-X-g Also, please join our “Emotional Sobriety and Recovery” FB Group at the following link: https://www.facebook.com/groups/120450976662519 We’d love to stay in touch in between meetings. We appreciate feedback! Contact Patrick, our producer, at pndirective4@gmail.com for any questions or comments.
57:27•16 Jan 2023
Richard Warner's Spiritual Path to Emotional Sobriety
“Love and tolerance is our code and it's not a theory.”
Imagine having decades of recovery under your belt, only to find yourself back at square one. That's the reality Richard Warner faced, and in this episode, he sits down with psychotherapists Allen Berger and Thom Rutledge to share his powerful story. Richard takes us through his journey from the depths of addiction to a renewed focus on emotional sobriety, a concept first introduced by Bill Wilson, co-founder of Alcoholics Anonymous.
Richard's candid conversation with Allen and Thom explores the importance of recognizing unhealthy dependencies and letting go of unrealistic demands. He talks about how these realizations have shaped his path and how spirituality plays a crucial role in his daily life. The episode dives into the nitty-gritty of emotional sobriety, discussing how it goes beyond just staying sober and touches on deeper emotional healing. Throughout the discussion, Allen and Thom emphasize the significance of individuality in recovery.
They stress that there is no one-size-fits-all approach and highlight the roles of love, tolerance, and community support. Richard's experiences serve as a testament to the power of inward searching and the profound impact of spirituality on his journey. Whether you're in recovery, supporting someone who is, or simply interested in the emotional aspects of sobriety, this episode offers valuable insights and practical steps for achieving a more balanced and fulfilling life.
Tune in to hear Richard Warner's inspiring story and learn how emotional sobriety can transform your approach to recovery.
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