Episode Eleven: Exploring Emotional Sobriety (Part Three)Episode Eleven: Exploring Emotional Sobriety (Part Three)
Emotional Sobriety: The Next Step in Recovery
Our discussion of Chapter 2 in Allen's book continues, with an emphasis on the importance of practicing self-awareness especially in terms of establishing, maintaining, and at times re-establishing our emotional and psychological centers of gravity. FREE weekly Thursday evening Emotional Sobriety Support Group on Zoom. Meeting: 330149513, Passcode: 375986. Find us on Instagram: thomrutledge2 Also, please join our new “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. Love & Betrayal by John Amodeo, PhD: https://www.amazon.com/Love-Betrayal-Broken-Intimate-Relationships/dp/0345378563/ref=sr_1_6?crid=3UY2LWR1GZC4K&dchild=1&keywords=john+amodeo&qid=1627235512&sprefix=john+amod%2Cdigital-text%2C181&sr=8-6 We appreciate feedback! Contact Patrick, our producer, at pndirective4@gmail.com for any questions and comments.
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Balancing Life: Mastering Emotional Sobriety with Thom Rutledge and Dr. Allen Berger
“The more grounded we are...the more we can worry about keeping our balance and try to live our lives in a way.”
Picture this: you're navigating the ups and downs of recovery, but something feels missing. Thom Rutledge and Dr. Allen Berger believe that 'something' is emotional sobriety. In this episode, they dig into Chapter 2 of Allen's book, focusing on the critical role of self-awareness in keeping our emotional and psychological balance. They chat about how to establish, maintain, and sometimes re-establish your emotional center of gravity—basically, how to stay grounded when life gets shaky.
Expect a deep dive into taking responsibility for your feelings, letting go of unrealistic expectations, and nurturing healthy relationships. It's not just about staying sober; it's about feeling emotionally steady and resilient. Whether you're in recovery, supporting someone who is, or just curious about emotional health, this episode offers practical tips and heartfelt advice to help you keep your feet firmly on the ground.
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