Allen Berger & Thom Rutledge
Allen Berger & Thom Rutledge
2024 in Review
2024 in Review
2024 in Review
Monday 30th December 2024
Allen, Thom, and Patrick reflect on emotional sobriety's evolution, discussing relationships, self-criticism, and the importance of community support.
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Sobriety Toolkit
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Episode Overview
- Emotional sobriety involves balancing self-criticism with self-compassion.
- Community support is crucial for maintaining emotional stability.
- Accepting life's challenges is key to personal growth.
- Presence and mindfulness help manage the rapid passage of time.
- Healthy relationships require standing up for oneself while staying connected.
"Blame is an anchor and responsibility are sails. The blame will slow us down, at least stop us, but the responsibility is going to take us forward."
As 2024 comes to a close, Allen Berger, Thom Rutledge, and Patrick share their reflections on the evolution of emotional sobriety. The episode kicks off with a light-hearted discussion about the rapid passage of time and the importance of presence. The trio delves into how emotional sobriety has influenced their personal lives and relationships over the past year. They highlight the significance of standing up for oneself while maintaining connections with others.
Thom's nautical metaphor of blame as an anchor and responsibility as sails beautifully illustrates the journey towards emotional freedom. Allen emphasises the need for healthy self-criticism without self-condemnation, a balance crucial for growth. Patrick shares his experiences of managing anger and striving for emotional stability during the holidays. The hosts also discuss the importance of community support and the wisdom of Stoicism and Buddhism in achieving emotional sobriety.
They wrap up with thoughts on accepting life's challenges and continuously learning from them. If you're looking to deepen your understanding of emotional sobriety and its practical applications, this episode is a must-listen.