12th Step Podcast
12th Step Podcast
Dealing With Separation
Dealing With Separation
Dealing With Separation
Friday 8th March 2024
Struggling with separation while recovering? Get heartfelt advice and practical tips from The 12th Step Podcast hosts.
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33 minutes
Supportive
Compassionate
Honest
Encouraging
Hopeful
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Sobriety Toolkit
Sexual Health in Recovery
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Financial Health in Recovery
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Episode Overview
- Separation can be an opportunity for personal growth.
- Focus on your own recovery rather than rushing progress.
- Daily routines can help manage anxiety.
- Giving your partner space can be beneficial for both parties.
- Recovery is a journey that requires patience and self-compassion.
If you learn to process things and go through them, no experience is wasted
Separation can be a tough nut to crack, especially when you're on the road to recovery. In this episode of The 12th Step Podcast, Gary, Mike, and Daniel tackle the raw emotions and challenges faced by those dealing with separation while trying to stay clean. They read an email from a listener named Michael, who shares his struggle after coming clean to his partner about his past infidelities.
Michael’s anxiety is through the roof as he navigates this new reality, feeling the weight of loneliness and the pressure to make rapid progress in his recovery. Gary opens up about his own experiences with divorce and the importance of facing one's issues head-on without jumping into new relationships. He emphasises that being alone can be a blessing in disguise, allowing one to focus on personal growth.
Mike and Daniel chime in with their own stories, highlighting the importance of giving your partner space and using that time to work on yourself. The trio discusses practical tips for managing anxiety and staying grounded in the present moment. They suggest small but impactful actions like sticking to a daily routine and using simple tools like an old-school alarm clock to stay focused. The hosts stress that recovery isn't a race; it's a journey that requires patience and self-compassion.
If you’re grappling with similar issues, this episode offers a blend of heartfelt advice and practical strategies to help you stay on track. The hosts remind us that every step forward, no matter how small, is a victory. So, grab a cuppa, sit back, and let their shared wisdom guide you through the storm. Feeling stuck? Tune in for some real talk and actionable advice on navigating separation during recovery.