Little SurrendersLittle Surrenders
Emotional Sobriety: The Next Step in Recovery
Joe C. returns to take a plunge with us into our next Grapevine story about opportunities for emotional sobriety showing up in countless small ways in our daily lives. Read the Grapevine story here: https://www.aagrapevine.org/magazine/2024/jan/little-surrenders 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 Info for the upcoming London International AA Convention: https://londonaaconvention.com/ Allen’s book, 12 Essential Insights for Emotional Sobriety: https://www.amazon.com/12-Essential-Insights-Emotional-Sobriety/dp/1955415129/ Thom's book, Embracing Fear: https://www.amazon.com/Embracing-Fear-Turn-Scares-Greatest/dp/0062517759/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr= 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.
31:11•5 Feb 2024
Finding Balance Through Little Surrenders
Episode Overview
- Small acts of kindness can significantly impact emotional sobriety.
- Authenticity in everyday interactions is crucial for emotional health.
- Balancing taking and giving is essential for a healthy, sober life.
- Aligning with reality rather than demanding it conforms to our needs.
- Daily mindfulness practices help maintain sobriety.
“If I'm feeling good, if I give instead of take, if I love instead of hate, I'll have a better day and I'm less likely to drink”
Emotional sobriety isn't just about putting down the bottle; it's about finding balance and harmony in everyday life. In this episode titled 'Little Surrenders', Thom Rutledge and Dr. Allen Berger are joined by Joe C. to discuss how small acts of kindness and daily mindfulness can lead to significant changes in one's journey to emotional sobriety. They explore a Grapevine story that emphasises the importance of 'little surrenders'—those tiny, often overlooked actions that help maintain sobriety and emotional health.
From letting someone merge in traffic to picking up litter, these small gestures can make a big difference in how we feel about ourselves and our place in the world. The episode also touches on the challenges of being authentic in everyday interactions, particularly when asked, 'How are you?' Joe C. shares a personal anecdote about how a simple card game question led to a deeper conversation about authenticity and emotional honesty.
The hosts discuss the balance between taking and giving, and how both are essential for a healthy, sober life. They also delve into the importance of aligning with reality rather than demanding it conforms to our expectations. This episode is a heartfelt reminder that emotional sobriety is a continuous practice of small, meaningful actions that collectively lead to a more balanced and fulfilling life.
So, why not take a moment to listen and see how these little surrenders can make a big impact on your own journey?
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