Big Boys Do Cry: Embracing Emotional Recovery in Addiction
We've talked about emotional sobriety and emotional dependency but what about emotional recovery? How important is it that those of us in recovery allow ourselves to show our emotions?
Ever felt like showing emotions makes you weak, especially in recovery? Monty Dale Meyer and Dave Fleming tackle this very issue in 'Big Boys Do Cry', an eye-opening episode of 'Take 12 Recovery Radio'. They dive into the often-ignored topic of emotional recovery, questioning why it's so crucial yet so overlooked. Monty and Dave stress the importance of letting yourself feel and express emotions, warning against the dangers of emotional repression.
Their conversation is packed with practical tips on healthy emotional expression and the role of validation and community support in your recovery journey. They also touch on the power of prayer and the small miracles that can happen when you allow yourself to be vulnerable. Through heartfelt anecdotes and practical advice, Monty and Dave bring to light a vital but often neglected aspect of addiction recovery.
Tune in for a discussion that might just change how you view your own emotional health.