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Diagnosing our emotions – Tim Walsh from MNTC
Diagnosing our emotions – Tim Walsh from MNTC
Diagnosing our emotions – Tim Walsh from MNTC
Monday 6th June 2022
Tim Walsh joins 'Real Recovery' to discuss how emotions impact recovery and shares strategies for emotional balance.
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Get the buttons here!Tim Walsh: Emotions and Their Role in Recovery
Emotions are absolutely critical, not just to recovery, of course, but to life.
Can our emotions really guide us towards a better life, or do they sometimes lead us astray? In this episode of 'Real Recovery', Tim Walsh, Senior Vice President at Minnesota Adult and Teen Challenge, sits down with hosts Bill Arnold and George Fraser to unpack the complex role emotions play in recovery. Tim brings a wealth of experience to the table, helping listeners understand how feelings can either support or hinder their journey to sobriety.
Tim explains that our brains are wired to use emotions as signals to navigate life's challenges. But what happens when these signals become too intense or confusing? Many people turn to substances like drugs or alcohol to numb overwhelming emotions, leading to a cycle of addiction. Tim and the hosts discuss how recognizing and managing these emotional cues can be a game-changer in recovery. The episode dives into practical strategies for maintaining emotional balance.
Tim emphasizes the importance of spiritual habits and disciplines, such as moment-by-moment emotional inventory. By regularly checking in with our feelings and aligning them with spiritual practices, we can find healthier ways to cope. Listeners will also benefit from a quick exercise led by Tim, designed to highlight the importance of emotional awareness. This hands-on approach makes the episode not just informative but also interactive, offering real tools that can be applied immediately.
Whether you're on your own recovery journey or supporting someone who is, this episode provides valuable insights into the emotional aspects of addiction and recovery. Tune in to learn how to harness your emotions as allies rather than adversaries.