Talking to Our Inner Child (A Rutledge "Nutshell")Talking to Our Inner Child (A Rutledge "Nutshell")
Emotional Sobriety: The Next Step in Recovery
Conversing with our inner child: What Thom believes it is, and what it isn’t. Patrick relates his firsthand experience doing this work in his own treatment for addiction. Finding the inner child isn’t really the problem. Ultimately what we’re looking for is the adult to take care of the child. As with all recovery matters, we encourage you to take what’s helpful, leave what’s not. Allen Berger will return with us tomorrow for a full-length episode. Wishing a happy July 4th weekend to our American listeners, and much love to our entire audience. Allen’s new 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 Zoom meeting on Emotional Sobriety and the Steps (login information below) https://zoom.us/j/330149513 Password: 375986 Also, please join our new “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 and comments.
33:24•4 Jul 2021
Nurturing Your Inner Child: A Journey to Emotional Sobriety
“Finding the inner child, is not really a problem. We all know what it feels like to be a kid in an adult world. You know, when I was way into that imposter syndrome, you know, as a young therapist, I was always just waiting for the other shoe to drop in the form of somebody just to stand up and go.”
Ever wondered how talking to your inner child could transform your recovery journey? In this episode of 'Emotional Sobriety,' psychotherapists Thom Rutledge and Dr. Allen Berger dive deep into the concept of inner child work. Thom shares his unique take on what it means to converse with our inner child, and Patrick opens up about his personal experiences in addiction treatment.
The episode doesn't just stop at finding the inner child; it emphasizes the importance of the adult self stepping in to care for that child. This episode is a blend of personal anecdotes, practical advice, and profound insights, making it a must-listen for anyone on the path to emotional sobriety. Thom and Dr. Berger's compassionate dialogue offers a supportive space for listeners to explore their own emotional landscapes.
Whether you're in recovery or simply seeking a deeper understanding of yourself, this episode provides valuable tools for nurturing your inner child and achieving lasting emotional well-being.
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