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Emotional Sobriety: The Next Step in Recovery
Allen, Joe, and Patrick continue their ongoing discussion of the holiday season, encountering new challenges and opportunities to hold onto themselves while showing up for others. Learn more about Joe C., Secular AA and Rebellion Dogs here: https://rebelliondogspublishing.com/ Check out Howard Malitz’ Seasons of Sobriety podcast: https://pod.link/1460539626 Join an ongoing Zoom meeting wherein participants read Bill Schaberg’s 30 Things: Practical Advice for Living Well chapter-by-chapter here: 11.00am East Coast / 4.00pm U.K. ID: 875 319 1947 Password: 2GROWIN Upcoming events with Allen Berger: https://abphd.com/events/ Follow us on social media. Podcast Twitter: @EmSobrietyPod Instagram: thomrutledge2 Joe C. Twitter: @Rebellion_Dogs Friendly Circle Berlin Workshop Group meets every Monday @ 7:30pm (Berlin), 6:30pm (Ireland & UK), 1:30pm EST, 10:30am PST Zoom Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/5505019905 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 workshop 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.
31:03•8 Dec 2024
Navigating Holiday Stress: Emotional Sobriety During Festive Times
Episode Overview
- Manage holiday expectations to avoid disappointment.
- Accept and honour your emotions, even when they are unpleasant.
- Helping others can strengthen your own emotional sobriety.
- Stay grounded by focusing on what you can control.
- Living with purpose can provide direction and meaning.
“'It's about not being okay all the time, but being okay with not being okay.'”
As the holiday season approaches, it often brings a mix of joy and stress. This episode of Emotional Sobriety, titled 'Any Port in a Storm', dives into the challenges and opportunities that come with this festive yet demanding time of year. Hosts Thom Rutledge and Dr. Allen Berger, along with their guest Joe C., engage in an open discussion about the complexities of maintaining emotional sobriety during the holidays.
They share personal stories and practical advice on how to manage expectations, deal with family conflicts, and stay grounded amidst the chaos. Joe C. reflects on his own experiences, from teenage years to parenthood, highlighting the pressure to conform to holiday norms and the struggle to keep oneself intact. Patrick joins the conversation, sharing his current challenges with family dynamics and relationship conflicts, offering a raw perspective on navigating these turbulent waters.
The episode underscores the importance of accepting and honouring one's emotions, even when they are not pleasant. It’s about being okay with not being okay and finding strength in vulnerability. The hosts also touch on the idea of living with purpose and how helping others can be a powerful tool for maintaining emotional sobriety. With a blend of humour, honesty, and heartfelt moments, this episode is a comforting companion for anyone finding the holiday season overwhelming.
So, if you're looking for support and practical tips to stay emotionally sober this festive season, this episode is definitely worth a listen.
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