Emotional Sobriety: A Daily Choice for Recovery
Episode Overview
Sobriety is viewed as a daily choice and a valuable treasure. Focusing on not drinking 'just for today' can be more effective than long-term promises. Disturbances are often internal, not caused by external events. Surrendering unhealthy dependencies can lead to freedom and love. Unity with others and a higher power is crucial in recovery.
"Sobriety is a choice and a treasure."
What drives someone to seek a life without alcohol? This episode, featuring Cindy L. from Fort Worth, Texas, tackles the intricate journey towards emotional sobriety. It explores the concept that at the root of every disturbance lies an unhealthy dependency. Cindy shares poignant reflections from Alcoholics Anonymous resources, including thoughts on how surrendering these dependencies can lead to freedom and love.
Listeners are reminded that sobriety is a choice and a treasure, and through engaging anecdotes, the episode highlights the importance of living 'just for today.' This approach is emphasised as a realistic strategy to maintain sobriety, focusing on not drinking just for the next 24 hours rather than making long-term promises. The episode also delves into the spiritual axiom that disturbances are internal rather than caused by external events.
A personal story illustrates how a change in spiritual condition can alter one's reactions to similar situations, underscoring the significance of internal peace. In addition to the wisdom shared, the episode encourages listeners to embrace unity with others and with a higher power, fostering a sense of community and shared purpose. It's an insightful journey into understanding the emotional and spiritual facets of sobriety. Are you ready to embrace emotional sobriety and the daily choice it requires?