Surviving the Storm: Jesse Mogle on Anxiety and Self-Judgment
Episode Overview
Anxiety and self-judgment are common struggles in recovery. Sobriety is different from recovery; the latter involves deeper personal growth. Self-care practices, even small ones, can help manage overwhelming emotions. It's okay to have bad days; they are part of the human experience. Finding strength in vulnerability can be empowering.
It's okay if not every day is the best day of your life because you wake up sober.
Ever felt like you're running on fumes and barely holding it together? In this episode of 'From Sobriety To Recovery: An Addiction Recovery Podcast', Jesse Mogle opens up about his struggles with anxiety, stress, and self-judgment. He candidly shares his journey through sobriety and recovery, highlighting the difference between merely staying sober and actively working on personal growth. Jesse's raw honesty about his own mental health battles makes this episode incredibly relatable for anyone dealing with similar issues.
He talks about the pressure he puts on himself to achieve rapid progress and how it sometimes feels like he's riding a wild bull, trying not to get thrown off. Jesse also discusses the importance of self-care and how even small actions can help manage overwhelming emotions. This episode isn't just about the tough days; it's also about finding strength in vulnerability and realising that it's okay not to be okay.
Jesse's reflections offer a comforting reminder that you're not alone in your struggles and that there are ways to cope, even when life feels like too much. Tune in to hear Jesse's heartfelt advice and find solace in his words.