In sobriety, we spend so much time trying to stay humble that we forget the importance of feeling proud of who we’re becoming. In this episode, Tim explores how healthy pride — the kind built on honesty, consistency, and integrity — can help heal guilt, rebuild self-trust, and give real meaning to recovery. He shares personal stories about losing himself to false pride during addiction, and how quiet moments of growth in sobriety helped him finally rebuild respect for himself. Because recover...
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In sobriety, we spend so much time trying to stay humble that we forget the importance of feeling proud of who we’re becoming. In this episode, Tim explores how healthy pride — the kind built on honesty, consistency, and integrity — can help heal guilt, rebuild self-trust, and give real meaning to recovery. He shares personal stories about losing himself to false pride during addiction, and how quiet moments of growth in sobriety helped him finally rebuild respect for himself. Because recover...
#125: Is "Forever" Keeping You Stuck? Redefining Sobriety One Day at a Time
The Sober and Happy Podcast
12 minutes
8 months ago
#125: Is "Forever" Keeping You Stuck? Redefining Sobriety One Day at a Time
Does the idea of "never drinking again" feel overwhelming or even terrifying? In this episode, we unpack why thinking about sobriety as a "forever" commitment creates anxiety, perfectionism, and fear—and how reframing your mindset can set you free. Learn practical techniques like time-chunking, shifting your language, and focusing on today rather than forever. You'll walk away feeling empowered, not trapped, and ready to embrace sobriety one manageable step at a time. ...
The Sober and Happy Podcast
In sobriety, we spend so much time trying to stay humble that we forget the importance of feeling proud of who we’re becoming. In this episode, Tim explores how healthy pride — the kind built on honesty, consistency, and integrity — can help heal guilt, rebuild self-trust, and give real meaning to recovery. He shares personal stories about losing himself to false pride during addiction, and how quiet moments of growth in sobriety helped him finally rebuild respect for himself. Because recover...
