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Why We Wait: Navigating Sex in Early Recovery
Why We Wait: Navigating Sex in Early Recovery
Why We Wait: Navigating Sex in Early Recovery
Thursday 3rd February 2022
Jennifer Matesa explores the challenges of navigating sex and romance in early recovery, offering insights on prioritizing sobriety in 'Recovery Road'.
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Sobriety Toolkit
Creative Recovery Journeys
Mindfulness & Emotional Wellbeing
Navigating Challenges in Recovery
Healing Relationships
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Get the buttons here!Sex and Sobriety: Jennifer Matesa's Take on Early Recovery Challenges
Whether or not we decide to follow this rule, our sobriety should always be our number one priority.
How does sex fit into the puzzle of early recovery? In this episode of 'Recovery Road', Jennifer Matesa dives into the often-overlooked topic of navigating sex and romance while staying sober. Drawing from her book 'Sex in Recovery: A Meeting Between the Covers', Matesa sheds light on why sex is a significant factor in recovery and how it can be managed thoughtfully.
She addresses the infamous One-Year Rule, a guideline suggesting newcomers avoid new relationships for their first year of sobriety, and why it's tough but crucial to follow. Matesa also discusses the importance of understanding your past relationship with sex and how to approach it differently now that you're sober. By doing the fourth and fifth steps before jumping into a new relationship, she believes you can set a strong foundation for both your recovery and romantic life.
This episode is a must-listen for anyone in early recovery looking to balance their sobriety with their intimate life. Tune in to gain practical advice and a fresh perspective on this essential aspect of recovery.