Ashley Loeb Blassingame
ckimmich@lionrockrecovery.com (Scott Drochelman, Ashley Loeb Blassingame)
Why Is Black And White Thinking Important And How to Deal With The Gray Areas?
Why Is Black And White Thinking Important And How to Deal With The Gray Areas?
Why Is Black And White Thinking Important And How to Deal With The Gray Areas?
Friday 30th June 2023
Ashley Loeb Blassingame discusses black-and-white thinking in recovery and the need to embrace grey areas on The Courage to Change podcast.
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Ashley Loeb Blassingame
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Episode Overview
- Ashley emphasizes the value of black and white thinking in the initial phase of her recovery journey
- The discussion addresses the downsides of strict thinking and the necessity for flexibility
- Scott and Ashley highlight the importance of individualized approaches to recovery
- The episode focuses on embracing diverse paths to healing, offering a spectrum of ideas for recovery journeys
I'm here to be healthy and happy, not to have some sort of award or ego recognition, not being the coolest person in your 12-step program. The true goal is to be happy and healthy.
Have you ever wondered why some people swear by strict, black-and-white thinking in early recovery? In this episode of 'The Courage to Change: A Recovery Podcast', Ashley Loeb Blassingame and Scott Drochelman tackle this very topic. Ashley, with her 17 years of sobriety, shares how rigid thinking played a pivotal role in her early days of recovery. But as she journeyed further, she realized the importance of embracing the grey areas.
This episode isn't just about Ashley's experiences; it's a conversation aimed at helping you navigate your own belief systems as your recovery evolves. Ashley and Scott discuss the benefits and pitfalls of black-and-white thinking, stressing the need for flexibility and personalized approaches. Whether you're just starting out or are well along your recovery path, this episode offers valuable insights and practical advice to help you find your own balance.