Overcoming DisappointmentsOvercoming Disappointments
Emotional Sobriety: The Next Step in Recovery
How we react to the disappointments we face in our relationships, in ourselves, and our politics is at the heart of emotional sobriety, because of how they come crashing into our unreasonable expectations and unenforceable rules. This week we focus on the process of investigating those disappointments to understand what they’re doing to us and how. Next week we’ll discuss how to mobilize them to act on our own behalf. Follow us on social media. Twitter: @EmSobrietyPod Instagram: thomrutledge2 Register for Allen and Thom’s upcoming workshop: The Path to Inner Peace and Emotional Freedom Sunday, June 26th 2022. 10am-5pm $75 to attend. For additional details, Email Thom: thomrutledgeauthor@gmail.com Email Allen: abphd@msn.com harmonyhollowfarm.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
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Facing Disappointments: Building Emotional Resilience with Thom Rutledge & Dr. Allen Berger
“How we react to the disappointments we face in our relationships, in ourselves, and our politics is at the heart of emotional sobriety, because of how they come crashing into our unreasonable expectations and unenforceable rules.”
Disappointments are an inevitable part of life, but how we handle them can shape our emotional well-being. In this episode, psychotherapists Thom Rutledge and Dr. Allen Berger tackle the thorny issue of disappointments in relationships, self-perception, and even politics. They delve into how these setbacks often clash with our unrealistic expectations and unenforceable rules, causing emotional turmoil. With a blend of personal anecdotes and professional insights, Thom and Dr.
Berger guide listeners through the process of understanding the impact of disappointments and how to manage them effectively. They highlight the importance of identifying these unrealistic expectations and investigating the true meaning we attach to our disappointments. This episode is packed with practical advice on building resilience, practicing healthy selfishness, and fostering personal growth. It's a thoughtful discussion that offers valuable perspectives for anyone striving to achieve emotional sobriety and navigate life's inevitable letdowns with grace and strength.
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