Allen Berger & Thom Rutledge
Allen Berger & Thom Rutledge
Balancing on the Relational Beam
Balancing on the Relational Beam
Balancing on the Relational Beam
Sunday 28th July 2024
Join Thom Rutledge and Dr. Allen Berger as they discuss the complexities of maintaining healthy relationships while achieving emotional sobriety.
33 minutes
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Allen Berger & Thom Rutledge
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Sobriety Toolkit
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Mindfulness & Emotional Wellbeing
Creative Recovery Journeys
Financial Health in Recovery
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Episode Overview
- Emotional sobriety is crucial for maintaining healthy relationships.
- Virtual recovery meetings have provided new opportunities for connection.
- Balancing personal needs with relationship demands is a common struggle.
- Humour can make complex emotional topics more approachable.
- Setting boundaries is essential in managing codependent behaviours.
All of life is a gamble, and you're always kind of betting and the odds are shifting
In this episode of 'Emotional Sobriety: The Next Step in Recovery,' Thom Rutledge and Dr. Allen Berger dive into the intricacies of maintaining healthy relationships while balancing emotional sobriety. Joined by Patrick, they explore how our relationships often reflect deeper emotional dependencies. They share candid anecdotes about their personal lives, from Thom’s humorous take on his girlfriend’s storage room to Allen’s journey through a challenging divorce. Their conversation is peppered with light-hearted banter, making complex emotional topics more accessible.
They also discuss the upside of COVID-19, noting how virtual recovery meetings have opened new avenues for connection and healing. This episode is a blend of serious reflection and engaging dialogue, offering listeners valuable insights into managing relationships and emotional well-being. Whether you're dealing with a difficult breakup or trying to navigate new romantic waters, you'll find relatable advice and heartfelt stories that resonate. Tune in to hear how these seasoned psychotherapists tackle the balancing act of emotional sobriety.