The Holidays: Come As You AreThe Holidays: Come As You Are
Emotional Sobriety: The Next Step in Recovery
Allen’s big Italian dinners. Thom getting kicked by a horse. Patrick learning what to do with his hands, now that he’s no longer getting loaded. There’s a lot to unpack when it comes to our expectations for ourselves and others surrounding the holidays. Today we discuss how we might be more present for our loved ones in the days ahead, or how to cope when we can’t find that Hallmark enjoyment around the table. Read Thom's piece "The Rules of Self-Care Apply to the Holidays Too," https://www.thomrutledge.com/_files/ugd/e71801_c8f8b44df1814cddbbe64767c7fe296e.pdf Follow us on social media. Podcast Twitter: @EmSobrietyPod Instagram: thomrutledge2 Joe C. Twitter: @Rebellion_Dogs Email Thom: thomrutledgeauthor@gmail.com Email Allen: abphd@msn.com Allen’s first book, Love Secrets Revealed: https://www.amazon.com/Love-Secrets-Revealed-Intimacy-Connection/dp/0757303978/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=love+secrets+revealed+allen+berger&qid=1650843975&sprefix=love+secrets+reve%2Caps%2C165&sr=8-1 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 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 pndirec
45:26•14 Nov 2022
Holiday Realities: Embracing Self-Care and Authentic Connections
“The holidays got to be so difficult when people were first getting sober and getting clean stuff.”
Holidays can be a mixed bag of emotions, can't they? In this episode of 'Emotional Sobriety: The Next Step in Recovery', psychotherapists and best-selling authors Dr. Allen Berger and Thom Rutledge get real about holiday expectations. From Allen’s big Italian dinners to Thom's unexpected horse encounter, they share personal stories that paint a vivid picture of the highs and lows many face during the festive season.
Patrick also chimes in with his own tale of learning what to do with his hands now that he's sober, adding a touch of humor and relatability to the conversation. This episode isn't just about sharing funny or poignant stories; it's about offering practical advice on how to be more present for your loved ones and yourself.
Thom and Allen dive into strategies for managing expectations, coping with grief, and practicing self-care when the holidays don't quite live up to the Hallmark ideal. Whether you're someone who finds joy in the season or struggles with its pressures, you'll find valuable insights here. The hosts create a supportive space where you can learn how to navigate the holidays with a sense of presence and purpose, making it a little easier to find your own version of holiday cheer.
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