Emotional Sobriety: Real Stories from the Heart
Episode Overview
Emotional sobriety involves being present with all feelings without letting them control you. Spiritual awakenings and experiences play a crucial role in long-term recovery. Therapy can help navigate emotional challenges and maintain sobriety. Understanding self-worth is essential for emotional well-being. Recovery impacts not just the individual but also their family.
Emotional sobriety is being comfortable with all my feelings without any of them defining or controlling me
Ever wondered what emotional sobriety truly means? In this episode of Sober Cast, Michael W and Karen W from Toronto share their personal journeys at the Ontario Canada Regional Conference. Michael opens up about his experiences since getting sober in 2002, including his spiritual awakenings and emotional struggles. He dives into how therapy and a series of life events helped him find balance and serenity.
His anecdotes range from losing loved ones to dealing with a lawsuit, all while maintaining his sobriety and emotional well-being. Karen brings a refreshing and candid perspective, discussing her battles with anxiety and self-worth. She shares how recovery helped her realise she is enough and no longer needs external validation. Her story includes heart-wrenching moments like her daughter's custody battle and the realisation of the impact her addiction had on her mother.
Both speakers emphasise the importance of emotional sobriety in long-term recovery, offering relatable insights and heartfelt stories. If you're looking for an honest, raw, and inspiring discussion on the complexities of staying emotionally sober, this episode is a must-listen.