Allen Berger & Thom Rutledge
Allen Berger & Thom Rutledge
Right-Sized Expressions
Right-Sized Expressions
Right-Sized Expressions
Friday 27th June 2025
Join Dr. Allen Berger and Thom Rutledge as they delve into emotional sobriety, personal inventory, and finding balance in self-expression.
43 minutes
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Sobriety Toolkit
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Mindfulness & Emotional Wellbeing
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Episode Overview
- Emotional sobriety as the next step in recovery.
- Understanding negative narcissism and its impact.
- Importance of personal inventory and self-reflection.
- Balancing interpersonal choices with emotional regulation.
- Distinguishing respect from agreement in relationships.
There's a field beyond right and wrong. Let's try to meet there.
In this enlightening episode of 'Emotional Sobriety, The Next Step in Recovery,' Dr. Allen Berger and Thom Rutledge explore the intricacies of emotional sobriety and self-expression. The discussion begins with a reading from Joe Chisholm's book, which highlights the concept of snobbery as rooted in despair. It opens up a conversation about personal insecurities and the tendency to seek power over others as a means to assuage these feelings.
The hosts delve into the idea of negative narcissism, a form of self-deprecation where individuals see themselves as uniquely inferior. This concept, often observed in those struggling with eating disorders, is unpacked with humor and insight, emphasizing the importance of recognizing and challenging these destructive thought patterns. Personal inventory is highlighted as a crucial practice for maintaining emotional sobriety. Dr.
Berger and Rutledge discuss how regular self-reflection and honest conversations with confidants can keep individuals grounded and aware of their emotional states. They emphasize the practice of regulating emotions, finding a balance between catastrophizing and minimizing experiences. The episode touches on the role of interpersonal choices in emotional regulation. The hosts encourage listeners to make conscious decisions about how they interact with others, fostering environments where anger and other emotions can be expressed healthily.
A significant portion of the discussion is dedicated to the distinction between respect and agreement. The hosts argue that respecting differing opinions does not necessitate agreement, a concept that holds potential for transformative change in societal and political contexts. Listeners are invited to reflect on their personal beliefs and emotions, considering how they express themselves and relate to others.
The episode concludes with a call to embrace diversity of thought and to find common ground beyond right and wrong, echoing the wisdom of Rumi.