Allen Berger & Thom Rutledge
Allen Berger & Thom Rutledge
To Be Human Is to Be Impacted
To Be Human Is to Be Impacted
To Be Human Is to Be Impacted
Friday 18th April 2025
Roger Andes joins Thom Rutledge and Dr. Allen Berger to discuss self-compassion, emotional awareness, and the impact of life's challenges.
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Sobriety Toolkit
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Episode Overview
- Let go of self-judgment to develop greater self-compassion.
- Understand the intrinsic value beyond external validation.
- Balance self-expression with receptivity to maintain emotional sobriety.
- Pause to choose your responses consciously.
- Community support is crucial in overcoming health struggles.
Part of being human is to be impacted by situations, especially by other people.
In this episode of Emotional Sobriety: The Next Step in Recovery, Thom Rutledge and Dr. Allen Berger are joined by Roger Andes, a seasoned personal growth consultant. Roger shares his journey of recovery and his insights on forming new relationships with life's challenges, including the awareness of our own mortality. With over 50 years of experience, Roger emphasises the importance of self-compassion, self-acceptance, and emotional awareness. He discusses how letting go of self-judgment can lead to a more fulfilling life.
Roger's reflections on the intrinsic value we all possess, regardless of external validation, provide a refreshing perspective on emotional sobriety. He also touches on the delicate balance between self-expression and receptivity, highlighting that true emotional sobriety involves being impacted by our surroundings while maintaining our inner stability. The conversation dives into how our past experiences shape our emotional reactions and the importance of pausing to choose our responses consciously.
Roger's anecdotes about his own health struggles and the support he received from loved ones offer a poignant reminder of the power of community and acceptance. This episode is a treasure trove of wisdom for anyone looking to deepen their understanding of emotional sobriety and build healthier relationships with themselves and others.