Ep 2A Working it Minisode: Only Working on YourselfEp 2A Working it Minisode: Only Working on Yourself
Sober on Purpose
Jerry shares his views on controlling one's own sobriety journey, emphasising the importance of personalising recovery programmes and finding peace.
3:55•25 Oct 2018
Finding Serenity in Your Own Sobriety Journey
Episode Overview
- Focus on your own recovery programme rather than controlling others.
- Early sobriety can make you hypersensitive to advice and criticism.
- Embrace your unique path without seeking approval from everyone.
- Different recovery methods work for different individuals.
- Finding serenity comes from self-acceptance and peace with your process.
“"You work yours, I'll work mine – and perhaps we can find a portion of serenity before too long."”
In this episode of 'Sober on Purpose', Jerry takes centre stage with a short and punchy minisode focusing on the idea of control in addiction recovery. If you've ever struggled with the urge to control everything around you, Jerry's got some thoughts that might just hit home. He dives into the importance of working your own recovery programme rather than trying to mould others'.
With his candid style, Jerry shares how early sobriety can make one hypersensitive to advice and criticism from others, leading to unnecessary resentment. His solution? Embrace your own path and focus on what works for you. He reflects on his journey through various recovery methods, from marijuana treatment programmes to abstaining from all mind-altering substances. Jerry's key takeaway is simple yet profound: it's about finding peace in your own process without seeking approval from everyone else.
This episode is like a quick pep talk from a friend who knows the ropes and wants to share a nugget of wisdom. So, if you're navigating the tricky waters of sobriety, tune in for a dose of clarity and reassurance that it's perfectly okay to have your own unique approach. Jerry's insights might just offer the serenity you've been searching for.

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