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Emotional Sobriety: The Next Step in Recovery
Picking up with Thom Rutledge about his recent struggles with depression, something that’s been with him since his early days of recovery. This form of crisis dovetails with a passage from Allen’s 12 Essential Insights for Emotional Sobriety: “Getting stuck is our signal that it’s time to learn something new. The trouble we are experiencing, wherever it’s showing up in our lives, is highlighting the next step in our development, the next step in our emotional maturity, the next step in our recovery. That step is the journey of emotional sobriety.” Allen Berger returns to the podcast next week. Follow us on social media. Podcast Twitter: @EmSobrietyPod Instagram: thomrutledge2 Joe C. Twitter: @Rebellion_Dogs Allen’s book, 12 Essential Insights for Emotional Sobriety: https://www.amazon.com/12-Essential-Insights-Emotional-Sobriety/dp/1955415129/ Thom's book, Embracing Fear: https://www.amazon.com/Embracing-Fear-Turn-Scares-Greatest/dp/0062517759/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr= Join Allen & Thom at our Thursday night, 7pm PST Zoom meeting on Emotional Sobriety and the Steps (login information below): https://zoom.us/j/330149513 Password: 375986 For our ongoing video series on Emotional Sobriety and the 12 Steps, visit our YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHEM2-kqLkfp3I4c0jy-X-g Also, please join our “Emotional Sobriety and Recovery” FB Group at the following link: https://www.facebook.com/groups/120450976662519 We’d love to stay in touch in between meetings. We appreciate feedback! Contact Patrick, our producer, at pndirective4@gmail.com for any questions or comments.
39:40•29 May 2023
Thom Rutledge: Battling Depression on the Road to Emotional Sobriety
Episode Overview
- Thom Rutledge shares his journey of seeking emotional sobriety amidst struggling with depression
- The discussion highlights the need for compassionate self-expectations during times of crisis
- Insightful reflections on the evolving nature of emotional sobriety and the complexities of finding the right treatment
- The importance of empathetic listening and supporting loved ones through their struggles
- Embracing uncertainty and learning from distressing experiences as integral parts of the journey
“Our job is to be the best person we can be, regardless of what else is going on with us.”
What happens when depression rears its head during your recovery journey? In this episode, Thom Rutledge opens up about his ongoing battle with depression, which has been a constant companion since his early days of sobriety. Thom dives into the tough times, sharing how he manages to find light even in the darkest moments. Drawing from Allen Berger's '12 Essential Insights for Emotional Sobriety', Thom reflects on how getting stuck can signal the need for growth and learning.
He discusses the importance of self-compassion and understanding, especially during crises, and how these principles have helped him navigate his own emotional landscape. Patrick joins the conversation, highlighting the power of empathetic listening and supporting loved ones through their struggles. Together, they explore the evolving nature of emotional sobriety and the continuous journey towards self-awareness and wholeness.
This episode is a heartfelt exploration of mental health recovery, offering valuable insights and a reminder that every journey is unique and deserving of empathy.
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