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Emotional Sobriety: The Next Step in Recovery
If you’re disturbed about something, we encourage investigating what’s beneath that disturbance. This episode we explore the psychological mechanism called projection, and what it can teach us about ourselves as we try to live our lives more meaningfully and effectively. Follow us on social media. Podcast Twitter: @EmSobrietyPod Instagram: thomrutledge2 Joe C. Twitter: @Rebellion_Dogs Email Thom: thomrutledgeauthor@gmail.com Email Allen: abphd@msn.com Allen’s first book, Love Secrets Revealed: https://www.amazon.com/Love-Secrets-Revealed-Intimacy-Connection/dp/0757303978/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=love+secrets+revealed+allen+berger&qid=1650843975&sprefix=love+secrets+reve%2Caps%2C165&sr=8-1 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 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.
42:58•5 Dec 2022
Inner Battles: Understanding Projection and Emotional Sobriety
“Emotional sobriety is a consciousness of emotional freedom, right, a conscience that creates an experience of emotional freedom.”
Ever find yourself upset and not sure why? This episode of 'Emotional Sobriety' might have the answers you're looking for. Hosts Thom Rutledge and Dr. Allen Berger dive into the concept of projection—a psychological mechanism where we attribute our own unwanted feelings to others. This episode isn't just about identifying projection; it's about using that understanding to lead a more meaningful and effective life. Thom and Dr.
Berger, both seasoned psychotherapists and best-selling authors, share their insights on how to recognize and surrender unhealthy dependencies and demands. They discuss the importance of integrating all parts of ourselves to fully face life's challenges. The conversation also touches on practical tools like journaling and the practice of living in the moment. What sets this episode apart is the hosts' ability to make complex psychological concepts relatable and engaging through personal stories and reflections.
Whether you're in recovery, supporting someone who is, or just interested in emotional well-being, this episode offers valuable takeaways.
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