Surviving Ego Town: A Journey Through Sobriety
Episode Overview
Ego can cause significant setbacks in sobriety. Daily inventory helps identify and address character flaws. Steps six and seven are crucial but often overlooked. Self-defensive behaviours can hinder recovery progress. Recovery is a continuous process of growth and self-discovery.
Welcome to Ego Town, where everyone's out for themselves, and absolutely everyone is surprised at the frequent dramatic car crashes that happen all over the place
Fancy a trip to Ego Town? JJ Chance takes you on a rollercoaster ride through the ups and downs of sobriety in this episode of 'Next Time I'll Try Knitting'. You'll hear about those days when everything seems to go wrong, and the ego takes centre stage, causing all sorts of mayhem.
JJ humorously describes his frequent visits to Ego Town, complete with car crashes and bruised egos, and ponders why he keeps going back despite knowing it's not good for him. With a Platinum Club card, branded mug, and t-shirt to prove his frequent visits, JJ shares his struggle with ego and the self-defensive behaviours that follow.
He reflects on the importance of daily inventory and the forgotten steps six and seven in recovery, where acknowledging character flaws and working towards change is key. JJ's candid storytelling and relatable experiences offer a comforting reminder that recovery is a journey filled with bumps and detours. So, how many trips to Ego Town have you made? What lessons have you learned along the way?
Tune in to find out how JJ navigates these challenges with humour and honesty, reminding us all that living life sober is a continuous process of growth and self-discovery.