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Emotional Sobriety: The Next Step in Recovery
Allen, Thom, and Patrick reflect on small simple actions, our claiming of experiences rather than allowing them to claim us, which allow us to better cope with reality. This week’s “Emotional Sobriety” Grapevine Article: https://www.aagrapevine.org/magazine/2024/jan/passing-it 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.
31:05•26 Feb 2024
Shifting Perspectives: Emotional Sobriety and Everyday Actions
Episode Overview
- Small actions can significantly impact emotional sobriety.
- Shifting perspectives helps in coping with reality.
- Claiming experiences rather than letting them claim you.
- The importance of changing narratives to improve emotional health.
- Personal stories and humour can aid in recovery.
“We can change what we're feeling instantaneously by changing our relationship to the experience we're having”
In this episode of 'Emotional Sobriety: The Next Step in Recovery', hosts Thom Rutledge and Dr. Allen Berger dive into the concept of emotional sobriety, reflecting on Bill Wilson's ideas about unhealthy dependencies and the journey towards emotional balance. Joined by Patrick, they explore how small, simple actions and claiming our experiences can help us better cope with reality.
The episode features a touching story from the 'Emotional Sobriety' Grapevine article titled 'Passing It On', where a man's attachment to his coffee cup leads to a deeper understanding of his role in the recovery community. Through candid discussions, the hosts share their personal struggles and triumphs, providing listeners with practical insights and heartfelt anecdotes. You'll find humour, honesty, and a sense of camaraderie as they discuss the importance of shifting perspectives and changing narratives to enhance emotional sobriety.
Don't miss this episode if you're looking for inspiration and practical advice on navigating the emotional aspects of recovery.
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