Sober Sisters
Sober Sisters
Night at the Movies
Night at the Movies
Night at the Movies
Friday 22nd October 2021
Elizabeth and Ceejay explore how romantic comedies influence sobriety and mental health in 'Sober Sisters Talk'.
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Get the buttons here!Rom-Coms Revisited: Sobriety and the Stories We Tell Ourselves
Mental health is a commitment to reality at all costs.
Imagine revisiting your favorite romantic comedies through the lens of sobriety. In this engaging episode of 'Sober Sisters Talk', Elizabeth and Ceejay take a nostalgic trip back to those classic rom-coms, but with a twist. They explore how these movies, which many of us grew up watching, can shape our beliefs and behaviors, especially when it comes to love and relationships. Are these films harmless fun, or do they perpetuate unhealthy patterns? You'll have to listen to decide!
Elizabeth and Ceejay delve into the impact of childhood media on adult life, discussing how these beloved films can trigger old habits and thoughts. Elizabeth shares her personal experience of watching the same movies repeatedly during her early days of withdrawal, finding comfort in their predictability. This conversation highlights the importance of being mindful of triggers in sobriety and how our media consumption can influence our mental health.
The episode also emphasizes the significance of doing your own work in recovery. Ceejay stresses the need for self-focus before diving into new relationships, suggesting that characters like Bridget Jones might benefit from a year off dating to work on themselves. This advice is not just for fictional characters but resonates deeply with anyone on a recovery journey.
Elizabeth and Ceejay's candid discussion covers the complexities of dating while sober, the benefits of multiple 12-step programs, and the power of emotional sobriety. Their personal stories and insights offer valuable takeaways for anyone navigating sobriety. As Ceejay wisely puts it, 'mental health is a commitment to reality at all costs'. So, if you're curious about how your favorite rom-coms hold up under the scrutiny of recovery, tune in to this thought-provoking episode.
It's a blend of nostalgia, humor, and deep reflection that you won't want to miss.