Allen Berger & Thom Rutledge
Allen Berger & Thom Rutledge
Filing with the Complaint Department
Filing with the Complaint Department
Filing with the Complaint Department
Friday 21st March 2025
Join Thom Rutledge and Dr. Allen Berger as they explore emotional sobriety, acceptance, and humour in recovery. Learn to let go of unrealistic demands.
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Sobriety Toolkit
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Get the buttons here!Filing Complaints with the Universe: Embracing Emotional Sobriety
Episode Overview
- Emotional sobriety involves letting go of unrealistic demands.
- Acceptance of reality can lead to inner peace.
- Humour can be a powerful tool in recovery.
- Personal stories can offer valuable insights.
- Philosophical teachings like those from Eckhart Tolle and Stoicism can aid in emotional sobriety.
If we allow ourselves to be absurd about this stuff, we'll have that moment of clarity.
Ever found yourself filing a complaint with the universe? Well, you're not alone. In this episode of 'Emotional Sobriety: The Next Step in Recovery,' psychotherapists Thom Rutledge and Dr. Allen Berger take a humorous yet profound look at how we handle life's disturbances, big and small.
Drawing on the wisdom of Bill Wilson, co-founder of Alcoholics Anonymous, they explore the concept of emotional sobriety - the idea that true recovery involves more than just abstaining from alcohol; it requires us to let go of unrealistic demands and dependencies. The hosts dive into personal stories, including Allen's rock climbing accident and Thom's family dynamics, to illustrate the challenges and absurdities of accepting reality as it is.
They also touch on insights from Eckhart Tolle and Stoic philosophy, reminding us that yielding to life's circumstances can lead to inner peace and a new dimension of consciousness. With a mix of humour and heartfelt advice, Thom and Allen encourage listeners to embrace their irrational thoughts and laugh at life's absurdities as a path to emotional sobriety.
So, if you're ready to learn how to file your complaints with the universe more effectively and find some peace in the process, this episode is for you.