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Emotional Sobriety: The Next Step in Recovery
Thom’s Nutshell: "How much of what you believe do you really believe?" Allen and Patrick review a recent Slate article about Emotional Sobriety and push back on some of its premises. Emotional Sobriety isn’t just about taking care of ourselves, it’s about dismantling expectations and developing an entirely new way of living. It offers not just inner peace, but true freedom. The article: “I Quit Drinking. It’s Great. There’s Just One Small Problem.” https://slate.com/advice/2025/08/drinking-alcoholism-emotional-sobriety-dry-drunk-advice.html Follow us on social media. Instagram: thomrutledge2 Joe C. Twitter: @Rebellion_Dogs Learn more about Joe C., Secular AA and Rebellion Dogs here: https://rebelliondogspublishing.com Friendly Circle Berlin workshops: https://friendlycircleberlin.org/events Allen’s book, 12 Essential Insights for Emotional Sobriety: https://www.amazon.com/12-Essential-Insights-Emotional-Sobriety/dp/1955415129/ Join Allen & Thom at our Thursday night, 7pm PST Zoom meeting on Emotional Sobriety and the Steps (login information below): https://zoom.us/j/330149513 Password: 375986 For our ongoing workshop 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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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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