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Emotional Sobriety: The Next Step in Recovery
Carol Carter returns to the show as we try a more focused format and talk change, not taking things personally, and understanding our capacity to accomplish more and weather bigger storms than we ever thought possible. Learn more about Joe C., Secular AA and Rebellion Dogs here: https://rebelliondogspublishing.com Follow us on social media. Podcast Twitter: @EmSobrietyPod Instagram: thomrutledge2 Joe C. Twitter: @Rebellion_Dogs Friendly Circle Berlin Workshop Group meets every Monday @ 7:30pm (Berlin), 6:30pm (Ireland & UK), 1:30pm EST, 10:30am PST Zoom Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/5505019905 Allen’s book, 12 Essential Insights for Emotional Sobriety: https://www.amazon.com/12-Essential-Insights-Emotional-Sobriety/dp/1955415129/ 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 workshop 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 pndirective4@gmail.com for any questions or comments.
35:06•13 Nov 2025
Emotional Sobriety: Not Taking Things Personally
Episode Overview
- Don't take things personally for peace of mind.
- Embrace change as the only constant in life.
- Family upbringing influences self-worth and confidence.
- Learn from past experiences to foster growth.
- Create emotional distance from external criticisms.
“"You cannot take, whether it's your committee or what others are saying to you personally, if you want any peace of mind at all in your life."”
What drives someone to seek a life without alcohol? In this episode, the dynamic duo of emotional sobriety, Thom Rutledge and Dr. Allen Berger, welcome back the insightful Carol Carter. Together, they explore the profound impact of not taking things personally and how it plays a crucial role in emotional sobriety. The trio shares wisdom and personal anecdotes, illustrating how expectations can lead to unnecessary distress.
Carol candidly discusses her own journey, highlighting the importance of creating emotional distance and recognising when to let go of external criticisms. The hosts introduce a new format for the show, breaking down complex ideas into 'nutshell wisdom', a 'topic of the day', and a 'tip of the day'. This approach makes the discussion accessible and engaging, ensuring listeners leave with practical advice.
They tackle the concept of change and how to embrace it rather than resist it, reminding us that life's only constant is change itself. With humour and heart, they remind us that our upbringing influences our perceptions of self-worth and confidence. But fear not! There's always room for growth and learning from past experiences. So, what part of you agrees with the criticism you receive? Could it be time to challenge that inner voice?
Join this heartfelt conversation and reflect on how you can foster emotional sobriety in your life. Remember, it's not about being unshakable; it's about how you handle the shakes.
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