Allen Berger & Thom Rutledge
Allen Berger & Thom Rutledge
Daily Practices on Recovery's Frontier (with Patrick McAteer)
Daily Practices on Recovery's Frontier (with Patrick McAteer)
Daily Practices on Recovery's Frontier (with Patrick McAteer)
Monday 9th October 2023
Patrick McAteer discusses his journey from relapse to resilience, focusing on daily practices and emotional sobriety's transformative power.
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Get the buttons here!Patrick McAteer: From Relapse to Resilience in Emotional Sobriety
Episode Overview
- Patrick shares his experience of relapse after 24 years of sobriety, emphasizing the importance of consistently practising emotional sobriety
- He highlights the value of embracing emotional sobriety, even for individuals who may not identify as emotionally dysregulated
- Patrick discusses the transformative effect of somatic-based work and the power of mindfulness in navigating emotional triggers
- The episode reveals the organic evolution of workshops within the recovery community, facilitated by the accessibility and connectivity of Zoom meetings
- Patrick's journey epitomizes the resilience and growth achievable through dedicated emotional sobriety practices, underscoring the profound impact of community support in sustaining sobriety and fostering personal development
The more work I put into developing these practices and being involved with the workshop group, the more time I seem to have. I love my involvement there, and people seem to be resonating with what we're doing. It feels great to be part of that.
What happens when someone with 24 years of sobriety relapses? In this episode of 'Emotional Sobriety', Patrick McAteer joins Allen Berger to share his powerful story. Patrick opens up about his journey through relapse and how he found a different path to recovery. He dives into the daily practices that keep him grounded, highlighting the importance of emotional sobriety.
Patrick discusses how his 'maladaptive coping strategies' have been redirected towards positive ends, especially during the pandemic using tools like Zoom and WhatsApp. His story is a testament to the resilience and growth that can come from integrating emotional sobriety into everyday life. Patrick also touches on the transformative power of somatic-based work and mindfulness in managing emotional triggers. He emphasizes that attending meetings alone isn't enough; it's about incorporating these principles into your daily routine.
This episode sheds light on the organic evolution of recovery workshops, thanks to the connectivity of online platforms. If you're looking for inspiration and practical advice on sustaining sobriety, this conversation is a must-listen.