Take 12 Recovery Radio
Take 12 Recovery Radio
12 Stupid Things That Mess Up Recovery
12 Stupid Things That Mess Up Recovery
12 Stupid Things That Mess Up Recovery
Monday 3rd September 2018
Learn about emotional growth and common pitfalls in recovery with Monty Meyer on 'Take 12 Recovery Radio'.
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Get the buttons here!Avoiding Recovery Pitfalls: Lessons from '12 Stupid Things That Mess Up Recovery'
To grow in recovery, we must grow up emotionally. This means getting honest with ourselves and facing up to the self-defeating thoughts and actions that put our sobriety at risk.
Ever wondered what common mistakes could derail your journey to sobriety? In this episode of 'Take 12 Recovery Radio', Monty Dale Meyer, also known as the Monty'man, along with his co-hosts, dive into Dr. Allen Berger's book, '12 Stupid Things That Mess Up Recovery'. They discuss the emotional hurdles and self-defeating habits that often trip people up on their path to recovery. The episode is packed with practical advice and personal anecdotes that make it both relatable and enlightening.
One of the main themes explored is the necessity of emotional maturity. The hosts stress that to grow in recovery, you must also grow up emotionally. This means being brutally honest with yourself and addressing those nagging self-defeating thoughts and actions. The episode highlights that selective honesty can be a slippery slope leading to relapse. Instead, full transparency is encouraged to maintain a stable recovery.
The discussion also touches on the dangers of trying to achieve perfection through the recovery program. Rather than aiming for an unattainable ideal, the hosts suggest embracing your unique journey and surrendering to the process. They also warn against substituting one addiction for another, emphasizing that true recovery requires complete abstinence. Denial and delusion are other critical topics covered in this episode.
The hosts explain how these mental states can sabotage your efforts and why acknowledging your challenges is a vital step towards overcoming them. By sharing real-life experiences and expert insights, the episode offers a roadmap for anyone struggling with addiction. Whether you're in recovery yourself or supporting someone who is, this episode provides valuable lessons and a dose of hope. It’s a reminder that while the road to sobriety is tough, emotional growth, honesty, and surrender can make it navigable.