Adina Silvestri
Dr. Adina Silvestri
(Encore) SMART Recovery: The ABC’s of Recovery
(Encore) SMART Recovery: The ABC’s of Recovery
(Encore) SMART Recovery: The ABC’s of Recovery
Thursday 19th August 2021
Peter Finger discusses his recovery journey with SMART Recovery, including mindfulness, the ABC tool, and releasing past trauma.
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The only way you can goof your life up is to pretend to be something you're not, and the only way you can be successful is to be the you that you were created to be.
Ever wondered how a single moment can trigger a complete turnaround in life? Meet Peter Finger, a SMART Recovery regional coordinator, who shares his eye-opening journey on this episode of 'Atheists in Recovery'. It all started with an unexpected revelation during a church sermon, sparking Peter's quest to heal from within. Growing up in a household where alcohol flowed as freely as water, Peter's relationship with drinking was complicated, to say the least.
He recounts the pivotal moment when his workplace staged an intervention, pushing him to seek help. Peter discovered SMART Recovery early in his journey, and it became a cornerstone of his healing process. He breaks down SMART's 4-point program and introduces practical tools like the ABC tool, which helps challenge automatic belief systems. Mindfulness also plays a crucial role in his recovery, offering a way to confront and change deep-seated thoughts and behaviors.
This episode isn't just about tools and techniques; it's also about releasing the grip of past trauma. Peter opens up about how he uses spirituality to focus on possibilities rather than obstacles. He even shares an Oscar Wilde quote that helps him navigate the tough times in recovery. If you're looking for actionable insights and heartfelt stories to inspire your own journey, this episode is a treasure trove of wisdom.
Tune in to learn how Peter transformed his life and how you can apply these lessons to your own path to recovery.