Yosiya
Yosiya
IS YOUR EGO YOUR AMIGO?
IS YOUR EGO YOUR AMIGO?
IS YOUR EGO YOUR AMIGO?
Friday 2nd May 2025
Explore the role of ego in recovery with Yosiya Sserugabi Lwanga and Pamela Reynell on 'On the Brink: The No Grey Area Podcast'.
10 minutes
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Sobriety Toolkit
Navigating Challenges in Recovery
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Body & Mind
Financial Health in Recovery
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Episode Overview
- Recognise the influence of id, ego, and superego in decision-making.
- Listen to your inner voices for emotional maturity.
- Avoid unrealistic expectations to prevent relapse.
- Use self-reflection to understand personal feelings.
- Make the ego your ally for rational thinking.
Make sure that your ego is your amigo.
Ever wondered if your ego is truly your friend? In this engaging episode of 'On the Brink: The No Grey Area Podcast', Yosiya Sserugabi Lwanga and Pamela Reynell tackle the intriguing concept of the ego and its role in mental health and recovery. Yosiya shares his personal journey through addiction, drawing on Freud's psychoanalytic theory to explore the id, ego, and superego.
He candidly recounts how the impulsive id led him astray, while the perfectionist superego set unrealistic expectations that contributed to relapse. Yosiya emphasises the importance of listening to those inner voices, highlighting how the ego - the rational mediator - can be a powerful ally in maintaining sobriety. Pamela adds her expertise, encouraging listeners to engage in self-reflection and listen to their own thoughts rather than external opinions.
Her advice resonates with the notion that understanding one's feelings is crucial for making sound decisions post-rehabilitation. The duo's conversation is both insightful and relatable, offering practical tips for those navigating recovery or supporting loved ones through it. Whether you're grappling with addiction or just curious about the mind's inner workings, this episode offers valuable perspectives on achieving emotional maturity and stability. So, is your ego your amigo?
Tune in to find out and reflect on how these concepts might play out in your own life.