Allen Berger & Thom Rutledge

Emotional Sobriety: The Next Step in Recovery

Allen Berger & Thom Rutledge

  • Excavating Your Lost Self

Excavating Your Lost Self

Sunday 1st February 2026

Explore emotional sobriety with Thom Rutledge and Dr. Allen Berger, offering insights into true freedom beyond just quitting alcohol.
22 minutes
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About this podcast

Emotional Sobriety: The Next Step in Recovery
Author:
Allen Berger & Thom Rutledge
Overview:
Categories:
Sobriety Toolkit
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Mindfulness & Emotional Wellbeing
Creative Recovery Journeys
Financial Health in Recovery
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Emotional Sobriety: Finding Freedom Beyond Sobriety

Episode Overview

  • Emotional sobriety goes beyond abstinence; it's about achieving true freedom.
  • Challenge personal beliefs that are influenced by societal norms.
  • Understand the impact of expectations on emotional well-being.
  • Embrace a new way of living for genuine inner peace.
  • Recovery involves dismantling delusions and embracing authentic self.
"How much of what you believe do you really believe?"
How do people find strength in their journey to sobriety? Join Thom Rutledge and Dr. Allen Berger as they tackle the often overlooked concept of emotional sobriety, inspired by Bill Wilson's revolutionary ideas. This episode isn't just about staying sober—it's about challenging our beliefs and reshaping our lives for genuine freedom and inner peace. The duo critiques a Slate article, 'I Quit Drinking. It’s Great.
There’s Just One Small Problem,' offering a deeper understanding of emotional sobriety beyond just taking care of oneself. They discuss the impact of societal beliefs and personal self-concepts on recovery, urging listeners to dismantle delusions and embrace a new way of living. With a sprinkle of humour, Thom and Allen highlight the importance of questioning what we truly believe, and how these beliefs shape our reality.
So, are you ready to wake up to a new perspective on sobriety and life itself? Dive into this engaging discussion and discover the power of emotional sobriety.
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