Mastering the Art of Asking for Help in Sobriety
Episode Overview
Asking for help is crucial for emotional sobriety. Our upbringing can influence our ability to seek assistance. Balancing independence and seeking support is vital. Building trust with the right people is essential. Vulnerability and emotional intelligence play key roles in recovery.
I had to really shift my perspective and start asking and interacting with other people.
Asking for help isn't easy, especially when you're in recovery. In this episode of The Recovered Life Show, host Damon Frank chats with Kyle Miller, a licensed clinical professional counsellor and certified clinical trauma professional. They dive into the tricky topic of seeking assistance and why it's such a challenge for many. Kyle sheds light on the significance of vulnerability and emotional intelligence in recovery.
He explores how our upbringing influences our ability to ask for help, whether we were raised to be independent or loyal to our families. Damon shares his own struggles with asking for help, highlighting how essential it is for emotional sobriety. Kyle discusses the balance between independence and seeking support, emphasising the importance of relational skills in maintaining sobriety.
This episode is packed with valuable insights for anyone in recovery, offering practical advice on how to build trust and find the right people to lean on. Tune in to learn how to overcome the barriers to asking for help and improve your emotional well-being.