Allen Berger & Thom Rutledge

Emotional Sobriety: The Next Step in Recovery

Allen Berger & Thom Rutledge

  • Emotions Are (Part Of) the Solution

Emotions Are (Part Of) the Solution

Thursday 6th March 2025

Explore emotional sobriety with Thom Rutledge and Dr. Allen Berger as they discuss holding onto yourself in distressing relationships.
19 minutes
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About this podcast

Emotional Sobriety: The Next Step in Recovery
Author:
Allen Berger & Thom Rutledge
Overview:
Categories:
Sobriety Toolkit
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Mindfulness & Emotional Wellbeing
Creative Recovery Journeys
Financial Health in Recovery
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Emotions: The Key to Emotional Sobriety

Episode Overview

  • Understand the importance of holding onto yourself during relationship distress.
  • Learn how to cope with the fear of losing loved ones.
  • Discover why difficulty crying can be a significant emotional challenge.
  • Gain practical advice on maintaining healthy emotional responses.
  • Find strength in vulnerability and adding more self to your relationships.
"Emotions are not the problem, they are part of the solution."
Have you ever wondered how to hold onto yourself when your relationships are in distress? In this episode of Emotional Sobriety: The Next Step in Recovery, psychotherapists Thom Rutledge and Dr. Allen Berger, along with their friend Patrick, dive into the challenging waters of emotional sobriety. They explore the complexities of maintaining your sense of self when faced with the fear of losing loved ones and the difficulty of expressing emotions like crying.
It's a heartfelt and sometimes humorous discussion that touches on the importance of healthy emotional responses and how to achieve them. Thom and Allen share personal stories and practical advice on how to stay grounded, even when life feels like it's falling apart. Patrick's anecdotes add a relatable touch, making the conversation both engaging and insightful.
If you're struggling with emotional dependency or finding it hard to cope with your feelings, this episode offers valuable perspectives and tools to help you navigate these challenges. Tune in to learn how to add more self to your relationships and find strength in vulnerability.