Episode Thirty-Eight: Holding Onto Ourselves in Relationships (Part Two)Episode Thirty-Eight: Holding Onto Ourselves in Relationships (Part Two)
Emotional Sobriety: The Next Step in Recovery
Continuing discussion of the 14th chapter of Allen’s 12 Essential Insights for Emotional Sobriety. This week we explore the roles self-differentiation (INTRApersonally) and differentiation with others (interpersonally) play in keeping us emotionally grounded despite whatever challenges our most vital relationships present to us. For Valentines Day, Thom's gift book, “What Love Is” could come in handy… https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1542697344/ref=dbs_a_def_rwt_bibl_vppi_i10 Follow our new Twitter handle! @EmSobrietyPod Allen’s new 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 Zoom meeting on Emotional Sobriety and the Steps (login information below) https://zoom.us/j/330149513 Password: 375986 For our ongoing 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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Balancing Act: Self-Differentiation in Relationships with Allen Berger & Thom Rutledge
“Until I face my own demons, there's going to be a tendency to project them onto other people.”
How do you stay true to yourself while maintaining healthy relationships? In this episode, psychotherapists and best-selling authors Allen Berger and Thom Rutledge tackle this intricate dance. They dive into the concept of self-differentiation, both within ourselves (INTRApersonally) and with others (interpersonally), offering practical advice on how to stay emotionally grounded even when our closest relationships test us.
The discussion builds on Allen's 12 Essential Insights for Emotional Sobriety, shedding light on how these principles can help us navigate life's relational challenges. Thom also shares a thoughtful Valentine's Day book recommendation, 'What Love Is', adding a personal touch to the conversation. Whether you're grappling with relationship issues or simply looking to deepen your emotional resilience, this episode provides valuable insights and actionable steps. Tune in to discover how you can hold onto yourself while fostering meaningful connections.
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