Staying Sober Through Life's Highs and Lows
Episode Overview
Stay committed to your recovery program. Understand the impact of emotional dysregulation. Resentment and anger can lead to relapse. Sobriety should be your top priority. Helping others can reinforce your own recovery.
Addiction is isolation. Recovery is community.
Michael Van Meter, a former FBI agent and now a dedicated advocate for recovery, takes you on a journey through the highs and lows of life while staying sober. In this episode, Michael opens up about his personal experiences, including the tragic loss of his younger brother and the joyous engagement of his daughter. He emphasises the importance of staying focused on recovery, even when life throws its toughest challenges at you.
Michael shares how emotional dysregulation can lead to relapse and stresses the significance of following a structured recovery program. He candidly discusses the common pitfalls people face, such as resentment and anger, and offers practical advice on maintaining sobriety. Through relatable anecdotes and heartfelt reflections, Michael encourages you to be part of the solution by staying committed to your recovery journey.
Tune in to hear how staying grounded in basic recovery principles can help you navigate life's ups and downs without falling back into old habits. Remember, staying sober is your top priority – everything else comes second. So, if you're looking for inspiration and practical tips to stay on track, this episode is a must-listen.