Episode Twenty-Five: Living Life on Life’s Terms (Part One)Episode Twenty-Five: Living Life on Life’s Terms (Part One)
Emotional Sobriety: The Next Step in Recovery
In discussing letting go of our expectations - both the obvious and the hidden - we refer to Viktor Frankl's book, Man's Search for Meaning. Dr. Berger speaks about how Dr. Frankl's groundbreaking work has influenced him as a psychologist and a writer. 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 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.
48:10•1 Nov 2021
Living Life on Life’s Terms: Emotional Sobriety with Thom Rutledge and Dr. Allen Berger
“For most of us, letting go of our expectations, both the obvious and the hidden, will be the greatest challenge in the quest for our emotional sobriety.”
Ever wondered how to navigate life without being bogged down by unrealistic expectations? In this episode of 'Emotional Sobriety: The Next Step in Recovery', Thom Rutledge and Dr. Allen Berger dive into the concept of emotional sobriety, a term coined by Bill Wilson, co-founder of Alcoholics Anonymous. They discuss the profound impact of letting go of both obvious and hidden expectations, drawing inspiration from Viktor Frankl's seminal work, 'Man's Search for Meaning'. Dr.
Berger shares insights from his latest book, '12 Essential Insights for Emotional Sobriety', while Thom Rutledge explores themes from his book, 'Embracing Fear'. The hosts emphasize the importance of approaching life with curiosity and accepting it on its own terms. This episode is a must-listen for anyone on a recovery journey or those interested in emotional well-being. Tune in to find out how curiosity can be a vital tool in achieving emotional sobriety and personal growth.
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