Ashleigh Butterss
Ashleigh Butterss
Ep 106. Staying Sober Through Life’s Challenges, with Patrick Kennedy
Ep 106. Staying Sober Through Life’s Challenges, with Patrick Kennedy
Ep 106. Staying Sober Through Life’s Challenges, with Patrick Kennedy
Sunday 19th January 2025
Join Ash Butterss and Patrick Kennedy as they discuss maintaining sobriety through life's challenges and the importance of emotional health and community.
55 minutes
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Ashleigh Butterss
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Sobriety Toolkit
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Creative Recovery Journeys
Empowering Recovery Journeys
Family Recovery from Addiction
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Episode Overview
- The importance of maintaining emotional health in sobriety.
- Building connections within the recovery community.
- The positive impact of physical fitness on mental health.
- The role of honesty in sustaining recovery.
- The concept of emotional sobriety and its significance.
One of the reasons I got sober was to live in reality again. And reality isn't up and up and up.
In this episode of Behind The Smile, Ash Butterss sits down with Patrick Kennedy to discuss the ups and downs of maintaining sobriety through life's challenges. Patrick, who has been sober for three years, shares his experiences and insights on how he manages to stay sober despite the hurdles life throws his way. The conversation touches on the importance of emotional health, the role of physical fitness, and the significance of community in recovery.
Patrick candidly talks about his recent heartbreak and how it tested his sobriety, emphasising the need to continually work on oneself even after the initial phase of recovery. He also shares his newfound love for the gym and how it has positively impacted his mental health. Ash and Patrick delve into the concept of 'emotional sobriety' and the importance of having a support system.
They also discuss the idea of being honest with oneself and others as a cornerstone of recovery. This episode is a heartfelt exploration of what it means to live a sober life and the ongoing journey of self-improvement. Whether you're in recovery or supporting someone who is, this episode offers valuable insights and practical advice. Don't miss out on this inspiring conversation that reminds us all of the strength it takes to stay true to ourselves.