Mike R and Glenn H
Mike R and Glenn H
Bonus Drop - "What is Sober ??" - Dr. John Joins
Bonus Drop - "What is Sober ??" - Dr. John Joins
Bonus Drop - "What is Sober ??" - Dr. John Joins
Sunday 6th November 2022
Join Mike & Glenn in the Sober.Coffee Shop as they discuss with Dr. John what 'sober' really means, diving into honesty, self-awareness, and community support.
25 minutes
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Get the buttons here!Drunk, Dry, or Sober? Dr. John Breaks It Down on Sober.Coffee
Sobriety is being in those meetings, maybe saying when I go to a meeting, I go to a meeting for a couple of reasons. It's this phrase that I'm going to say, and I just want you to react to it and kind of share what it means to you and what your direction is, et cetera.
Ever wondered what truly defines being sober? In this thought-provoking episode of the Sober.Coffee Podcast, hosts Mike and Glenn sit down with Dr. John to dissect the concept of sobriety. Forget the clichés; this conversation is all about real talk. Dr. John introduces three states: Drunk, Dry, and Sober, and dives into why just being 'dry' can feel like a never-ending struggle filled with restlessness and discontent. But what does it mean to be genuinely sober?
Is it just about not drinking, or is there more to it? Mike, Glenn, and Dr. John discuss the common misconceptions that often cloud our understanding of sobriety. They explore how meetings can offer a lifeline of community and support, emphasizing the importance of honesty and self-awareness in staying sober. The trio also touch on the pitfalls of comparing your journey to others', which can lead to feelings of inadequacy or even superiority.
One of the standout moments in this episode is Dr. John's notion that 'we're all wounded healers to each other'. This idea underscores the value of learning from others' experiences and being open to suggestions from those who have walked a similar path. The episode wraps up with a heartfelt call-to-action, encouraging listeners to share this vital conversation with anyone who might benefit from it.
So grab a cup of coffee and join the Sober.Coffee crew for an enlightening chat that goes beyond the surface to explore what it really means to be sober.