Finding Emotional Sobriety with Randy Mermell
Episode Overview
Guided meditation to achieve emotional sobriety. Importance of practising Step 12 daily. Turning outward to help others in distress. Living by spiritual principles for peace and purpose. Randy's personal journey and ongoing struggles.
Emotional sobriety is being able to say yes without getting a resentment, and being able to say no without feeling guilty
Randy Mermell, an international coach, speaker, and podcaster, dives deep into the concept of emotional sobriety in this engaging episode of 'Love Your Life'. With over 28 years of sobriety under his belt, Randy shares his personal journey and the transformative power of the 12 steps. This episode is particularly focused on Step 12, which emphasises spiritual awakening and the joy of living.
Randy walks you through a guided meditation and prayer session, offering a practical approach to emotional sobriety that involves more than just abstaining from alcohol. He explains how his mind still battles with the same self-talk and dissatisfaction even after decades of sobriety, and how practising the 12 steps daily helps him find peace and purpose. Randy's candid discussion about his struggles with addiction and his ongoing journey towards emotional sobriety is both relatable and inspiring.
He highlights the importance of turning outward to help others in distress and practising a kind of giving that asks for no rewards. This episode is a must-listen for anyone seeking to understand the deeper aspects of sobriety and how to apply spiritual principles in everyday life. Randy's honest reflections and practical advice offer valuable insights for anyone on a recovery journey or supporting someone who is.
Tune in to learn how to achieve emotional sobriety and find a sense of fulfilment beyond material gains.