Adina Silvestri
Dr. Adina Silvestri
SMART Recovery: The ABC’s of Recovery
SMART Recovery: The ABC’s of Recovery
SMART Recovery: The ABC’s of Recovery
Thursday 5th March 2020
Peter discusses his path to sobriety, the role of SMART Recovery, and practical tools like the 'ABC' tool in this insightful episode.
23 minutes
Inspiring
Informative
Hopeful
Encouraging
Authentic
About this podcast
Author:
Adina Silvestri
Overview:
Categories:
Sobriety Toolkit
Innovative Treatments & Recovery Paths
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Creative Recovery Journeys
Body & Mind
Links:
Visit site
Episodes:
100 (View all)
Do you want to link to this podcast?
Get the buttons here!Finding Freedom: Peter's Path to Sobriety with SMART Recovery
In SMART Recovery, they see alcohol simply as a coping mechanism. You have the power to change your thoughts, your feelings, your actions.
Peter's story is one of transformation and hope. Growing up in a household where alcohol was as common as water, he never questioned its presence. But a sermon in a church changed everything, sparking a realization that led him to seek help. In this episode of 'Atheists in Recovery', Peter sits down with Dr. Adina Silvestri to share his journey from addiction to sobriety, highlighting the pivotal role SMART Recovery played in his life.
He opens up about the intervention at work that pushed him towards recovery and how discovering SMART Recovery early on provided him with the tools he needed to rebuild his life. Peter dives into the SMART Recovery 4-point program, especially the 'ABC' tool, and explains how mindfulness can challenge our automatic beliefs. He also discusses the concept of an internal locus of control and how focusing on possibilities rather than challenges has been crucial in his recovery.
Peter's use of spirituality in his journey and an inspiring Oscar Wilde quote that helps him through tough times add depth to his narrative. This episode is packed with practical advice and strategies for anyone on a similar path. Whether you're familiar with SMART Recovery or hearing about it for the first time, Peter's insights offer valuable perspectives on overcoming addiction without relying on traditional religious frameworks.