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Emotional Sobriety: The Next Step in Recovery
Allen, Thom, and Patrick read another emotional sobriety anecdote from the AA Grapevine and discuss early sobriety, sponsors, and attempting to live better lives. This week’s “Emotional Sobriety” Grapevine Article, “So Worth It”: https://www.aagrapevine.org/magazine/2024/jan/so-worth-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.
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Navigating Emotional Sobriety: Small Victories and Big Lessons
Episode Overview
- Recognise and surrender unhealthy dependencies.
- Empathy and connection are crucial in recovery.
- Celebrate small victories in daily life.
- Sponsors can provide invaluable support.
- Emotional sobriety involves continuous growth.
“If you stay sober long enough, you get to hold the baby.”
In this episode of 'Emotional Sobriety: The Next Step in Recovery', hosts Thom Rutledge and Dr. Allen Berger, along with guest Patrick, dive into the ups and downs of early sobriety through a heartfelt story from the AA Grapevine titled 'So Worth It'. They explore the challenges of living a better life without alcohol, sharing personal anecdotes and insights that resonate deeply with anyone on the journey to emotional sobriety.
Thom and Allen reflect on their own experiences, touching on the importance of recognising unhealthy dependencies and the profound impact of emotional setbacks. Patrick adds a layer of humour and relatability, discussing his struggles with physical ailments and emotional challenges, while emphasising the significance of empathy and connection in recovery. The trio's candid conversation covers everything from the small victories of daily life to the bigger picture of long-term sobriety, making this episode both engaging and deeply moving.
Whether you're new to sobriety or have been on this path for years, their discussion offers valuable perspectives and practical advice. Tune in to hear how they navigate the complexities of emotional sobriety and why it's so worth it.
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