Damon Frank & Kristina Dennis
Damon Frank and Kevin O’Malley
How to Stay Sober & Happy This Thanksgiving!
How to Stay Sober & Happy This Thanksgiving!
How to Stay Sober & Happy This Thanksgiving!
Wednesday 27th November 2024
Explore strategies for staying sober and happy this Thanksgiving with insights from recovery experts on The Recovered Life Show.
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Episode Overview
- Manage holiday stress by staying connected to recovery programs.
- Identify family triggers and plan escape routes to handle them.
- Embrace emotional regression and understand its impact on sobriety.
- Seek support from therapists and recovery communities.
- Focus on happiness and health in recovery, not just sobriety.
We didn't get sober to be miserable. We want to be healthy and we want to be happy.
As the holiday season approaches, many individuals in recovery face the dual challenge of maintaining sobriety while navigating the emotional complexities that family gatherings often bring. In this insightful episode of The Recovered Life Show, host Damon Frank is joined by a distinguished panel of experts, including Kevin O'Malley, Evan Jarschauer, and Hannah Rose Bernstein, to discuss effective strategies for staying sober and happy during Thanksgiving.
The episode delves into the pressures that accompany holiday celebrations, especially for those in early recovery. Hannah Rose Bernstein, a therapist, highlights how interactions with family can trigger emotional regression, often leading individuals to revert to their teenage selves. Such regressions can be particularly challenging for those in addiction recovery, as they may revive past traumas and stressors.
Kevin O'Malley, a seasoned philanthropist with decades of sobriety, shares his personal experiences of handling the first few sober Thanksgivings while surrounded by family members who continued their drinking traditions. He emphasizes the importance of staying connected to recovery programs and attending extra meetings during the holiday season to remain grounded.
Evan Jarschauer, a Master Certified Addiction Professional, offers practical advice for recognizing signs of potential relapse and suggests having an escape route planned, such as using an Uber app, to leave situations that feel overwhelming. Throughout the episode, the panelists agree on a crucial point: sobriety should be accompanied by happiness and health. The Recovered Life Show is dedicated to empowering those in recovery to live their best lives, not just through sobriety but by achieving overall well-being.
Listeners are encouraged to engage with the show further by subscribing to Recovered Life Plus, which provides premium recovery resources, expert insights, and exclusive content. By supporting the platform, subscribers aid in spreading the recovery message and fostering a community of informed individuals ready to tackle holiday challenges head-on.