Episode Twenty-One: Realizing That Nobody Is ComingEpisode Twenty-One: Realizing That Nobody Is Coming
Emotional Sobriety: The Next Step in Recovery
More on self support versus environmental support in recovery. How do we hold onto ourselves in relationships? Being present but also independent. Allen, Thom, and Patrick dig into their own relationships to offer insight. Next week, we've invited Joe C. from the Rebellion Dogs podcast to talk emotional sobriety with us. Newer listeners are encouraged to also drop into our first podcast, START RIGHT HERE. A bunch of compelling interviews and other goodies that tie into the Emotional Sobriety project. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/start-right-here-conversations-about-what-matters-most/id1525039302 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 and comments.
42:57•2 Oct 2021
Realizing Self-Support: Navigating Relationships and Emotional Sobriety
“If I'm supporting myself, I'm able to state my conviction and my belief calmly, without attacking the belief of others and without defending myself.”
Imagine navigating life's ups and downs while holding onto your emotional well-being. This episode of 'Emotional Sobriety: The Next Step in Recovery' dives into the crucial topic of self-support versus environmental support in recovery. Hosts Thom Rutledge and Dr. Allen Berger, along with guest Patrick, share personal stories and professional insights on how to maintain independence while being present in relationships. They tackle the tricky balance of staying true to oneself without losing connection with others.
Ever wondered why we sometimes try to control situations or people? The hosts explore how these unconscious behaviors are often misguided attempts to feel okay. They also discuss how trauma can lead to co-dependence, making it harder to support ourselves emotionally. A key takeaway from this episode is the idea of 'parsing'—processing past grievances and resentments to move forward.
Thom Rutledge's powerful quote, 'If I'm supporting myself, I'm able to state my conviction and my belief calmly, without attacking the belief of others and without defending myself', captures the essence of self-support in emotional sobriety. This episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to deepen their emotional resilience and independence. Tune in to gain practical tips and heartfelt guidance on your journey to becoming the best version of yourself.

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