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Topic: Emotional Sobriety - Astrid H
Topic: Emotional Sobriety - Astrid H
Topic: Emotional Sobriety - Astrid H
Tuesday 27th May 2025
Join Astrid H as she shares her journey towards emotional sobriety, exploring family dynamics, addiction, and spiritual growth.
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Episode Overview
- Emotional sobriety goes beyond abstaining from alcohol.
- Family dynamics can influence addictive behaviours.
- Healing childhood trauma is crucial for recovery.
- Spiritual growth plays a key role in maintaining sobriety.
- Understanding one's past can help break destructive cycles.
I don't have defects of character. I'm a defective character.
In this episode of Sober Cast, Astrid H takes centre stage at the Bronx Big Book Study to discuss the concept of emotional sobriety. With a blend of raw honesty and humour, she shares her journey through the tangled web of addiction, family dynamics, and the quest for inner peace. Astrid argues that emotional sobriety is more than just abstaining from alcohol; it's about healing the wounds that drive us to drink in the first place.
Her candid anecdotes paint a vivid picture of her struggles with family issues, self-soothing, and finding serenity amidst chaos. Astrid reflects on her own upbringing, where she faced a turbulent relationship with her mother and the emotional scars it left behind. She delves into the idea that alcoholism isn't just hereditary but is influenced by environmental factors and learned behaviours. Her story is a testament to the power of understanding one's past to break free from its chains.
Throughout her talk, Astrid emphasizes the importance of spiritual growth and the role it plays in achieving emotional sobriety. She shares how connecting with a higher power has helped her navigate life's challenges and maintain peace in her daily life. Her message is clear: sobriety isn't just about putting down the bottle; it's about transforming your mind and spirit.
Astrid's heartfelt and humorous delivery makes this episode a must-listen for anyone on the path to recovery or those supporting loved ones through their journey. Her story reminds us that while the road to emotional sobriety may be long and winding, it's also incredibly rewarding. So, are you ready to explore what emotional sobriety means for you?