Kicking Off the New Year with Serenity and Laughter
Episode Overview
The importance of acceptance in recovery. How The Serenity Prayer can guide you. Balancing humour with serious recovery talk. The significance of staying positive. Being of service and spotting the winners.
Acceptance saves energy. When we accept our illness, energy that went into our illness and defences is freed up for recovery.
Get ready for another wild ride with Mike and Bill in this episode of Sober Not Mature. They kick off the New Year with their usual mix of humour, honesty, and some good old-fashioned recovery talk. Mike begins by sharing a reading based on The Serenity Prayer, sparking a thoughtful conversation about acceptance and the things we cannot change. It's a simple message but one that resonates deeply with those on the path to sobriety.
The duo then dives into various topics, from the first step in recovery to the highs and lows of different years, and even a listener's quirky comment about 'vagina vitamins'. Their chat meanders through staying positive, being of service, and the importance of spotting the winners in life. You'll also get a dose of pop culture as they discuss Van Halen, Van Hagar, and even touch on Monica Lewinsky.
Throughout the episode, Mike and Bill's banter keeps things light-hearted while still delivering meaningful insights. If you're looking for a mix of laughter and wisdom to start your year right, this episode is a must-listen.