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Emotional Sobriety: The Next Step in Recovery
The Grapevine story Carol, Allen, Thom, and Patrick get into this week has to do with a longtime AA member fielding some annoying criticism from a Fellow and being brought into deeper contact with recovery and all the reasons to “keep coming back.” This week’s “Emotional Sobriety” Grapevine Article, “Party Guy”: https://www.aagrapevine.org/magazine/2024/jan/party-guy Check out Howard Malitz’ Seasons of Sobriety podcast: https://pod.link/1460539626 Upcoming events with Allen Berger: https://abphd.com/events/ 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.
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Finding Joy in Everyday Sobriety
Episode Overview
- Recovery is about more than just abstaining from alcohol.
- Community support plays a crucial role in maintaining sobriety.
- Everyday interactions can significantly impact one's recovery journey.
- Finding joy in simple tasks can be a powerful motivator.
- Humour and honesty are essential components of emotional sobriety.
“Recovery is not just about abstaining from alcohol but also about reclaiming one's life and finding happiness in the little things”
In this episode of 'Emotional Sobriety: The Next Step in Recovery,' the hosts Thom Rutledge and Dr. Allen Berger, along with their guest Carol Carter, dive into the nuances of maintaining emotional sobriety. They start off with a light-hearted roundtable check-in, sharing personal anecdotes about newfound energy and the joys of mundane tasks like shopping for power washers and vacuum cleaners.
The banter quickly shifts to more serious reflections on the challenges and rewards of staying sober, both emotionally and physically. The episode centres around a Grapevine story titled 'Party Guy,' which discusses the experiences of a long-time AA member dealing with criticism from a fellow member. This story sparks a broader conversation about the importance of community and mutual support in the recovery journey.
The hosts reflect on their own experiences, emphasising how small, everyday interactions can have a profound impact on one's sobriety. Thom shares his journey of regaining energy and finding joy in simple tasks after a significant health scare. His story serves as a reminder that recovery is not just about abstaining from alcohol but also about reclaiming one's life and finding happiness in the little things.
Carol and Allen add their perspectives, discussing the emotional ups and downs that come with long-term sobriety. The episode is filled with moments of humour, honesty, and heartfelt advice. Whether you're new to sobriety or have been on this path for years, you'll find valuable insights and relatable stories that remind you why it's worth 'keeping coming back.' So, if you're looking for a blend of laughter, wisdom, and real talk about emotional sobriety, this episode is a must-listen.
Why not give it a listen and see how these stories resonate with your own journey? You might just find the motivation you need to keep moving forward.
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