Yosiya

On the Brink: The No Grey Area Podcast

Yosiya

  • BULLETPROOFING AGAINST TRIGGERS

BULLETPROOFING AGAINST TRIGGERS

Tuesday 21st May 2024

Discover practical strategies to protect yourself against triggers in recovery. Join Yosiya and Pamela Reynell for insights and personal stories.
11 minutes
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On the Brink: The No Grey Area Podcast
Author:
Yosiya
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Categories:
Sobriety Toolkit
Navigating Challenges in Recovery
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Body & Mind
Financial Health in Recovery
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Strengthening Your Defences Against Triggers

Episode Overview

  • Taking accountability for your actions helps eliminate excuses.
  • Independence is crucial in protecting against relapse.
  • Assertiveness about sobriety can help manage social pressures.
  • Clarity and small steps are key to successful recovery.
  • Personal stories provide relatable and actionable advice.
Taking accountability for my actions has eliminated all the built-in excuses my cravings used to rely on for their oxygen.
In this episode of 'On the Brink: The No Grey Area Podcast', Yosiya and Pamela Reynell tackle one of the most crucial aspects of recovery: bulletproofing yourself against triggers. The discussion is packed with practical advice and personal anecdotes that make the topic both relatable and actionable. Yosiya shares his own journey of taking accountability for his actions, a step that has helped him eliminate excuses and regain control over his life.
He emphasises the power of independence—whether financial, emotional, or otherwise—in fortifying oneself against relapse. Pamela adds her expertise, likening the process of recovery to eating an elephant one bite at a time, highlighting the importance of clarity and small, manageable steps. The episode also delves into the significance of assertiveness in maintaining sobriety. Yosiya explains how being clear and vocal about his desire for sobriety helped him overcome cravings and social pressures.
His insights are not just theoretical but grounded in his real-life experiences, making them all the more impactful. If you're on a journey to recovery or supporting someone who is, this episode offers valuable strategies to help you stay strong and resilient. Tune in for a blend of wisdom, practical tips, and a touch of humour that makes the heavy topic a bit lighter.
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