RoboThink: When Robots Rule Your Recovery
Episode Overview
Recovery can be personalised to fit your life. Humour can be a helpful tool in sobriety. Unity in purpose is important but should not be rigid. A sponsor can guide you but adapt advice to your situation. Living one sober day at a time requires effort and patience.
For us addicts and alcoholics, the next drink called drugs spins us straight back into the chaos.
Ever wondered what it would be like if robots took over your recovery journey? Well, JJ Chance's podcast 'Next Time I'll Try Knitting' has got you covered with a quirky and humorous take on the subject. In this episode titled 'Nothing Pt 3', JJ introduces you to the bizarre world of RoboThink, where your new robotic sponsor guides you through a twisted version of the 12-step programme.
It’s a laugh-out-loud exploration of what happens when unity and sobriety are taken to robotic extremes. From giving directions to a pub to dealing with debt collectors, every scenario is met with a hilariously rigid 'unity response'. But amidst the humour, there's a serious message about the importance of adapting recovery principles to fit your own life. JJ's reflections remind you that while unity in purpose is essential, how you achieve sobriety is a personal journey.
The episode wraps up with a tongue-in-cheek nod to our 'robot overlords', but the underlying theme is clear: recovery is about finding what works for you, one sober day at a time. Whether you're new to sobriety or have been on the journey for years, this episode offers a unique blend of comedy and wisdom that’s sure to resonate.