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E136: Avoiding Burnout in Sobriety

E136: Avoiding Burnout in Sobriety

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If you've been sober for a bit, you know that "burnout" feeling that we're talking about. It's that feeling of, "I don't want to have to think about alcohol and sobriety all the time. I don't want to have to feel like every ounce of energy is going toward this. I just want to live my life!" In case no one has told you - it's totally normal to feel that way.

We're here with Amber, Michael, and Collin today to talk about what to do when you get to that burnout point - and even better, how to avoid it. It's all about finding a balance between doing the work of recovery, and giving yourself space to enjoy that freedom you've worked so hard to achieve.

"When I made my sobriety my identity, that's when I started feeling burned out."

Key topics in this episode:

  • People who struggle with addiction often struggle with moderation in ALL things - including sobriety work
  • Trial and error: figuring out what works, and what is just wasted effort
  • Keeping the work of recovery enjoyable
  • Processing the fear that if you give yourself space that you'll fall back in
  • Taking on "recovered" as your entire identity has the potential to cause burnout

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Visit our website at throughtheglassrecovery.com for full bios and information about this week's guests!

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