Episode 220: SMART Tools with Arthur ShenkerEpisode 220: SMART Tools with Arthur Shenker
Beyond Belief Sobriety
Arthur Shenker, a certified SMART Recovery facilitator talks about the basics of SMART Recovery, and its tools for building and maintaining motivation, coping with urges to use, managing thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, and living a balanced life.
55:36•10 May 2021
Mastering SMART Recovery: Arthur Shenker's Insights on Staying Sober
“The big thing with the covid is one of the biggest reasons that people urge and have lapses and relapses, and I've heard this before. Now with covid, boredom and isolation exacerbates those other feelings that you already had and that's causing a lot of issues, cause that's probably the number one issue I hear- is isolation and boredom.”
Imagine having a toolbox specifically designed to help you stay sober. That's what Arthur Shenker, a certified SMART Recovery facilitator, brings to the table in this episode of Beyond Belief Sobriety. Arthur dives into the core principles of SMART Recovery, a self-directed program that empowers individuals to find their unique path to sobriety. He breaks down the essentials: building motivation, coping with urges, managing thoughts and feelings, and striving for a balanced life.
Arthur also shares his personal journey and experience as a peer support specialist, providing listeners with practical advice and encouragement. He addresses the heightened challenges of isolation and boredom during the COVID-19 pandemic, shedding light on how these factors can trigger addiction urges and relapses. If you're seeking a secular approach to recovery, Arthur's insights on SMART Recovery might be just what you need.
Tune in to learn how these tools can help you or a loved one navigate the journey to sobriety.
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