Episode #122 – Friday The Checkup: The InescapableEpisode #122 – Friday The Checkup: The Inescapable
The Recovery Guy Podcast
Feelings are inescapable. We must deal with and process them so they don’t deal with and process us.
32:03•17 Jul 2020
Feelings We Can't Escape: Robert Pardon's Guide to Acceptance and Management
“One can never really run away from their feelings. They're always waiting for you at your next destination.”
Ever feel like your emotions are running the show? In this episode of The Recovery Guy Podcast, Robert Pardon dives into the inescapable nature of feelings and how to navigate them effectively. With over 30 years of personal recovery experience, Robert knows firsthand that trying to outrun emotions is a losing battle. Instead, he offers insights on embracing and managing these feelings to prevent them from controlling our lives.
Robert opens up about his own journey, sharing how forgiveness and redemption have played crucial roles. He recounts the steps he took to mend relationships with his daughters, despite the hurt he caused them during his struggles. By making a thorough moral inventory and expressing his feelings gradually, he found a path to healing. The episode also highlights the transformative power of the 12-step program.
Robert explains how becoming 'sick and tired of being sick and tired' was a turning point for him. He emphasizes the importance of making direct amends wherever possible and how this has positively impacted his relationship with his wife. Whether you're in recovery or supporting someone who is, this episode offers valuable lessons on accepting and managing emotions, fostering forgiveness, and the profound changes that come with the 12-step journey.
Tune in to learn how to take control of your emotional landscape and build stronger, healthier relationships.

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