Mike R and Glenn H
Mike R and Glenn H
Gain through Pain
Gain through Pain
Gain through Pain
Wednesday 6th December 2023
Mike and Glenn discuss how dealing with illness can offer surprising lessons on sobriety and personal growth in this Sober.Coffee Podcast episode.
32 minutes
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Mike R and Glenn H
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Sobriety Toolkit
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Understanding Addiction & Recovery
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Episode Overview
- Illness as an opportunity for observation and reflection
- The importance of seeking help and surrendering
- Unexpected gains and value through discomfort
- Lessons from illness in the journey of sobriety
- The transformative power of embracing discomfort and finding unexpected value
I get some value from being sick. I don't know how to shut that thing off permanently. There is a gain in the pain if you do it the right way.
Picture this: you're on a family trip to sunny California, and suddenly you're hit with the flu. That's exactly what happened to Mike, one of the hosts of the Sober.Coffee Podcast. In this episode, Mike and Glenn dive into how dealing with illness can reveal surprising lessons about sobriety and personal growth. They chat about the unexpected insights gained from stepping back and observing life from a different angle when you're forced to slow down.
Mike shares how his flu experience made him see his family in a new light, finding moments of joy even in discomfort. The conversation also covers the importance of seeking help—whether it's for a medical issue or for alcohol recovery—and the power of surrendering and following guidance. Mike and Glenn emphasize that there's always a solution and stress the need to stay accountable and committed to the healing journey.
Their reflections highlight how embracing discomfort can lead to personal growth and a deeper appreciation for life's journey. If you're looking for an honest, heartfelt discussion about finding strength in tough times, this episode is for you.