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Emotional Sobriety: The Next Step in Recovery
In filing our claims with reality’s “complaint department,” we discover new ways of getting in touch with our disturbances, big and small, in order to free ourselves from unhealthy dependencies. We read some Eckhart Tolle and make fun of DOGE. Upcoming events with Allen Berger: https://abphd.com/events/ Learn more about Joe C., Secular AA and Rebellion Dogs here: https://rebelliondogspublishing.com/ Join an ongoing Zoom meeting wherein participants read Bill Schaberg’s 30 Things: Practical Advice for Living Well chapter-by-chapter here: 11.00am East Coast / 4.00pm U.K. ID: 875 319 1947 Password: 2GROWIN Follow us on social media. Podcast Twitter: @EmSobrietyPod Instagram: thomrutledge2 Joe C. Twitter: @Rebellion_Dogs Friendly Circle Berlin Workshop Group meets every Monday @ 7:30pm (Berlin), 6:30pm (Ireland & UK), 1:30pm EST, 10:30am PST Zoom Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/5505019905 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.
28:00•21 Mar 2025
Filing Complaints with the Universe: Embracing Emotional Sobriety
Episode Overview
- Emotional sobriety involves letting go of unrealistic demands.
- Acceptance of reality can lead to inner peace.
- Humour can be a powerful tool in recovery.
- Personal stories can offer valuable insights.
- Philosophical teachings like those from Eckhart Tolle and Stoicism can aid in emotional sobriety.
“If we allow ourselves to be absurd about this stuff, we'll have that moment of clarity.”
Ever found yourself filing a complaint with the universe? Well, you're not alone. In this episode of 'Emotional Sobriety: The Next Step in Recovery,' psychotherapists Thom Rutledge and Dr. Allen Berger take a humorous yet profound look at how we handle life's disturbances, big and small.
Drawing on the wisdom of Bill Wilson, co-founder of Alcoholics Anonymous, they explore the concept of emotional sobriety - the idea that true recovery involves more than just abstaining from alcohol; it requires us to let go of unrealistic demands and dependencies. The hosts dive into personal stories, including Allen's rock climbing accident and Thom's family dynamics, to illustrate the challenges and absurdities of accepting reality as it is.
They also touch on insights from Eckhart Tolle and Stoic philosophy, reminding us that yielding to life's circumstances can lead to inner peace and a new dimension of consciousness. With a mix of humour and heartfelt advice, Thom and Allen encourage listeners to embrace their irrational thoughts and laugh at life's absurdities as a path to emotional sobriety.
So, if you're ready to learn how to file your complaints with the universe more effectively and find some peace in the process, this episode is for you.
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