Allen Berger & Thom Rutledge
Allen Berger & Thom Rutledge
The Bedroom Opens off the Living Room
The Bedroom Opens off the Living Room
The Bedroom Opens off the Living Room
Friday 12th September 2025
Explore emotional sobriety's role in enhancing sexual relationships and building intimacy with insights from Allen Berger, Thom Rutledge, and Joe C.
38 minutes
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Allen Berger & Thom Rutledge
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Categories:
Sobriety Toolkit
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Mindfulness & Emotional Wellbeing
Creative Recovery Journeys
Financial Health in Recovery
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Episode Overview
- Emotional sobriety enhances genuine intimacy in relationships.
- Differentiation is key to healthy sexual experiences.
- Challenge traditional recovery rules around sexuality.
- Open discussions about sex are crucial for holistic recovery.
- Societal norms can impact our views on sex.
"The door to the bedroom opens off the living room."
How do people find strength in their journey to sobriety? This episode of 'Emotional Sobriety: The Next Step in Recovery' tackles a topic that's often left in the shadows—sex and emotional sobriety. Hosts Allen Berger and Thom Rutledge, along with guest Joe C., explore how emotional sobriety can enhance sexual relationships and build genuine intimacy. With a sprinkle of humour and honest anecdotes, the conversation touches on the struggles of balancing emotional maturity with sexual desires. Joe C.
shares insights into the importance of differentiation, a concept that links emotional independence with healthy sexual experiences. They discuss how societal norms and past experiences can shape our views on sex, often leading to performance anxiety or unrealistic expectations. It's a refreshing take on a subject that's rarely addressed in recovery circles, offering listeners a chance to rethink their approach to intimacy.
The hosts challenge the traditional 'rules' of recovery, advocating for a more holistic view that includes open discussions about sexuality. So, what does it mean to bring emotional sobriety into the bedroom? And how can you truly connect with your partner without losing yourself? Dive into this episode for a candid chat that might just change the way you think about love and recovery. Why not start a conversation about emotional sobriety in your own life?