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Emotional Sobriety: The Next Step in Recovery
Acceptance of what is sets us on the road to change. While acceptance of powerlessness over alcohol, our dependencies, or lack of emotional sobriety can feel like a form of defeat, like the end of the story, experience tells us that it's only the beginning. Patrick, Allen and Thom speak to the acute resistance newcomers have towards the notion of powerlessness. What we're trying to do in early recovery is change the way we’re functioning from the bottom up - no easy task! 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.
23:19•5 Apr 2025
Embracing Powerlessness: The Key to Emotional Sobriety
Episode Overview
- Acceptance of powerlessness is crucial for genuine change.
- Emotional sobriety involves letting go of unhealthy dependencies.
- Developing a healthy relationship with reality is key.
- Practical advice can help navigate early recovery challenges.
- True freedom comes from embracing emotional sobriety.
“Acceptance is not a punctuation - it's always the first step to change.”
If you're new to recovery, feeling powerless can seem like a daunting concept. But as Dr. Allen Berger and Thom Rutledge explain in this episode of Emotional Sobriety: The Next Step in Recovery, it's actually the beginning of a transformative journey. They dive into the resistance newcomers often have towards accepting their powerlessness and how this acceptance is crucial for genuine change.
With humour and empathy, the hosts discuss how letting go of unhealthy dependencies and unrealistic demands can lead to emotional sobriety – a deeper, more fulfilling level of recovery. They share personal stories and practical advice on how to face the world sober, deal with emotional challenges, and develop a healthy relationship with reality. This episode is a must-listen for anyone at the start of their recovery journey or those looking to deepen their understanding of emotional sobriety.
It's packed with wisdom and practical tips that can help you navigate the early stages of recovery and beyond. Ready to take that next step towards a fulfilling, sober life? Tune in and discover how to embrace emotional sobriety and find true freedom.
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