Nelson H.
Nelson H.
The axe forgets, the tree remembers
The axe forgets, the tree remembers
The axe forgets, the tree remembers
Thursday 13th October 2022
Nelson H. explores the 'axe and tree' metaphor in sobriety, focusing on processing pain and moving forward. Listen now for heartfelt insights.
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Get the buttons here!The Axe and The Tree: A Sobriety Analogy That Hits Home
I want to be a tree that an axe might chop into a little bit, but that I'm the kind of tree that absorbs pain, processes it and moves on no lingering feelings.
Ever heard the saying 'The axe forgets, the tree remembers'? Nelson H. brings this powerful metaphor to life in this episode of 'LOL Sober'. Inspired by a line from the TV show 'Andor', Nelson dives into how this analogy resonates deeply with the journey of sobriety. Picture this: the axe represents those who inflict pain and then move on, while the tree symbolizes those who bear the scars and remember the hurt.
Nelson uses this vivid imagery to explore his own experiences of causing pain during active addiction and the lingering impact of being on the receiving end of it. He candidly shares how he once numbed himself to avoid dealing with these emotions. But sobriety has taught him a different way. Now, he strives to be a 'healthy tree'—one that can absorb pain, process it, and move forward without letting it define him.
This episode is a heartfelt reflection on the importance of processing pain and finding a balanced way to live. If you're navigating your own path to sobriety or supporting someone who is, Nelson's insights might just offer the perspective you need.