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Exercising Special Vigilance
Exercising Special Vigilance
Exercising Special Vigilance
Friday 18th July 2025
Explore sobriety challenges with Dion's candid tales on staying vigilant and balanced in recovery. Humour and honesty make this episode a must-listen.
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Episode Overview
- Recognise the need for vigilance to avoid complacency.
- Manage emotions like anger to maintain sobriety.
- Embrace humility and kindness in interactions.
- Accountability is crucial for staying on track.
- Learn from others' experiences to avoid pitfalls.
Why would I want the credit? So that you would tell me good job. So that you would give me your attention.
Exercising Special Vigilance, a RAW Recovery Podcast episode, brings listeners face-to-face with the challenges of maintaining sobriety while navigating life's emotional rollercoaster. Host Dion dives into the concept of 'special vigilance' needed to stay grounded and humble in recovery. He shares personal anecdotes and musings, peppered with humour, to illustrate the ongoing battle against big-shot-ism and emotional turmoil that can threaten sobriety.
Dion candidly reflects on his own experiences, admitting that anger is a constant companion he must manage to prevent relapse. The episode explores how recognising one's emotional state can foster tolerance, patience, and love for oneself and others. Dion talks about the importance of accountability and the dangers of complacency in recovery. His raw honesty shines through as he discusses the pitfalls he encountered, urging listeners to learn from his mistakes rather than repeating them.
Through a mix of storytelling and humour, Dion encourages you to embrace humility and kindness in your interactions, reminding you that every person is fighting their own battles. Whether you're new to recovery or a seasoned veteran, this episode offers valuable insights into staying vigilant and balanced. Why should you tune in? Because Dion's approach is refreshingly honest, with just the right amount of humour to keep things light while tackling serious topics.
His stories might just be the nudge you need to see your own journey in a new light.