Allen Berger & Thom Rutledge

Emotional Sobriety: The Next Step in Recovery

Allen Berger & Thom Rutledge

  • Episode Seventeen: Knowing It’s Not Personal (Part One)

Episode Seventeen: Knowing It’s Not Personal (Part One)

Monday 6th September 2021

Discover how to stop taking things personally and achieve emotional sobriety with Allen Berger and Thom Rutledge in this insightful podcast episode.
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Emotional Sobriety: The Next Step in Recovery
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Allen Berger & Thom Rutledge
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Freeing Yourself from Taking Things Personally: Emotional Sobriety Insights

It's a hard habit to break, but a habit that must be broken if we are to achieve emotional sobriety.
Ever feel like you're carrying the weight of the world because you take things too personally? You're not alone. In this episode of 'Emotional Sobriety: The Next Step in Recovery', psychotherapists and best-selling authors Allen Berger and Thom Rutledge dive into the tricky habit of taking things personally and its impact on our emotional health. They argue that curiosity and self-awareness are crucial tools for breaking free from this mindset. Drawing from Dr.
Berger's book, '12 Essential Insights for Emotional Sobriety', the duo discusses how dependency affects self-esteem and relationships. They also introduce practical exercises like the Imago exercise to help listeners regain their emotional balance. With their blend of empathy and expertise, Berger and Rutledge offer practical advice for anyone struggling to stop taking things to heart. Whether you're in recovery or just looking to improve your emotional well-being, this episode is packed with insights to help you on your journey.