Self-Esteem and Emotional Sobriety with Roger AndesSelf-Esteem and Emotional Sobriety with Roger Andes
Emotional Sobriety: The Next Step in Recovery
Therapist Roger Andes, longtime friend and frequent collaborator on Thom and Allen’s 12-Step workshops, drops in to discuss his latest experiences with self-esteem. Influenced in large part by the work of Nathaniel Branden, it’s a central theme to his area of study and touches every level of the recovery process. Follow us on social media. Podcast Twitter: @EmSobrietyPod Instagram: thomrutledge2 Joe C. Twitter: @Rebellion_Dogs Allen’s book, 12 Essential Insights for Emotional Sobriety: https://www.amazon.com/12-Essential-Insights-Emotional-Sobriety/dp/1955415129/ Thom's book, Embracing Fear: https://www.amazon.com/Embracing-Fear-Turn-Scares-Greatest/dp/0062517759/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr= Join Allen & Thom at our Thursday night, 7pm PST Zoom meeting on Emotional Sobriety and the Steps (login information below): https://zoom.us/j/330149513 Password: 375986 For our ongoing video series on Emotional Sobriety and the 12 Steps, visit our YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHEM2-kqLkfp3I4c0jy-X-g Also, please join our “Emotional Sobriety and Recovery” FB Group at the following link: https://www.facebook.com/groups/120450976662519 We’d love to stay in touch in between meetings. We appreciate feedback! Contact Patrick, our producer, at pndirective4@gmail.com for any questions or comments.
40:26•7 Aug 2023
Building Self-Esteem: The Key to Emotional Sobriety with Roger Andes
Episode Overview
- The profound connection between self-esteem and emotional sobriety
- Navigating self-acceptance amidst challenging health issues
- The continuum of emotional dependency and the importance of balance in relationships
- Nurturing self-esteem and emotional well-being through daily practices
- Exploration of the three levels of self-acceptance and their spiritual significance
“We're just smiling at the absurdity of the idea that even feeling good could be a possibility right now. You know, nobody lives there all the time, but when you're in fully in the moment, you can experience joy no matter what else is going on.”
What happens when you mix the wisdom of seasoned therapists with the raw honesty of personal experience? You get a conversation that hits home for anyone on the recovery journey. In this episode, Thom Rutledge and Dr. Allen Berger welcome their longtime friend and collaborator, Roger Andes, to dive deep into the world of self-esteem and its crucial role in emotional sobriety.
Drawing inspiration from Nathaniel Branden's work, Roger shares his latest insights, particularly how he's navigated self-acceptance while facing health challenges like chemo. It's a candid discussion that doesn't shy away from the tough stuff, exploring how radical acceptance can be a game-changer during life's most trying times. The trio also delves into the balance needed in relationships, touching on emotional dependency and how gratitude, humility, and kindness can be daily practices that bolster self-esteem and emotional well-being.
The episode wraps up with a thoughtful look at Branden's three levels of self-acceptance, adding a layer of spiritual reflection that leaves you pondering long after the conversation ends. If you're looking to understand how self-esteem ties into your emotional recovery, this episode is a must-listen.
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