Daily Practices on Recovery's Frontier (with Patrick McAteer)Daily Practices on Recovery's Frontier (with Patrick McAteer)
Emotional Sobriety: The Next Step in Recovery
Having flourished in his connection to others through the use of Zoom and WhatsApp during the pandemic, Friendly Circle Berlin Group regular Patrick McAteer joins Allen to discuss how his addictive “maladaptive coping strategies” have also been put to work for positive ends. He tells us his story, having attained 24 years of sobriety at one time before a painful relapse. He eventually found a different solution and now pursues Emotional Sobriety rigorously through a daily practice and seeking of new insights and models on recovery’s frontier. 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 Info for the upcoming London International AA Convention: https://londonaaconvention.com/ 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.
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Patrick McAteer: From Relapse to Resilience in Emotional Sobriety
Episode Overview
- Patrick shares his experience of relapse after 24 years of sobriety, emphasizing the importance of consistently practising emotional sobriety
- He highlights the value of embracing emotional sobriety, even for individuals who may not identify as emotionally dysregulated
- Patrick discusses the transformative effect of somatic-based work and the power of mindfulness in navigating emotional triggers
- The episode reveals the organic evolution of workshops within the recovery community, facilitated by the accessibility and connectivity of Zoom meetings
- Patrick's journey epitomizes the resilience and growth achievable through dedicated emotional sobriety practices, underscoring the profound impact of community support in sustaining sobriety and fostering personal development
“The more work I put into developing these practices and being involved with the workshop group, the more time I seem to have. I love my involvement there, and people seem to be resonating with what we're doing. It feels great to be part of that.”
What happens when someone with 24 years of sobriety relapses? In this episode of 'Emotional Sobriety', Patrick McAteer joins Allen Berger to share his powerful story. Patrick opens up about his journey through relapse and how he found a different path to recovery. He dives into the daily practices that keep him grounded, highlighting the importance of emotional sobriety.
Patrick discusses how his 'maladaptive coping strategies' have been redirected towards positive ends, especially during the pandemic using tools like Zoom and WhatsApp. His story is a testament to the resilience and growth that can come from integrating emotional sobriety into everyday life. Patrick also touches on the transformative power of somatic-based work and mindfulness in managing emotional triggers. He emphasizes that attending meetings alone isn't enough; it's about incorporating these principles into your daily routine.
This episode sheds light on the organic evolution of recovery workshops, thanks to the connectivity of online platforms. If you're looking for inspiration and practical advice on sustaining sobriety, this conversation is a must-listen.
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