Gratitude, Ego, and Rodents: A Journey Through Recovery
Episode Overview
Discussing the perception of addiction – complaint vs gratitude. The importance of The Steps in daily recovery. Celebrating personal milestones like birthdays. Balancing serious recovery talk with light-hearted humour. Reflecting on the blessings that come from sobriety.
Freedom, choices, gratitude – all kinds of good stuff. Friends and family and people and places and things. All kinds of great stuff.
In this episode of Sober Not Mature, Mike and Bill dive into a whirlwind of topics that blend the serious with the downright hilarious. They kick things off with a heartfelt discussion on how they perceive their disease – do they complain about it or show gratitude? This sets the stage for a meaningful conversation about recovery, freedom, and ego. The duo doesn't shy away from acknowledging the ups and downs, emphasising the importance of gratitude in their journey.
Alongside these profound moments, they sprinkle in some light-hearted banter about birthdays, baseball, and even rodents. Mike shares a reading that reflects on the blessings of recovery, prompting a discussion on the many good things that come from staying sober. They also touch on the importance of The Steps and how they shape their daily lives. With a mix of personal anecdotes and broader reflections, this episode is both entertaining and enlightening.
It's a rollercoaster of emotions, but one that leaves you feeling hopeful and inspired. Tune in for a blend of wisdom, humour, and raw honesty that makes Sober Not Mature a must-listen for anyone on the recovery path.