Guidance vs. Advice

Episode 8 • February 28, 2025 • 00:28:32
Guidance vs. Advice
Emotional Sobriety: The Next Step in Recovery
Guidance vs. Advice

Feb 28 2025 | 00:28:32

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Hosted By

Patrick Newman

Show Notes

Offering help to those in need without losing ourselves is the order of the day. Before giving advice, “knock on the door” first. Never proceed without a contract. And as always, whether the outcome is positive or negative, try not to take it personally!

 

Upcoming events with Allen Berger: https://abphd.com/events/

 

Learn more about Joe C., Secular AA and Rebellion Dogs here: https://rebelliondogspublishing.com/

 

Join an ongoing Zoom meeting wherein participants read Bill Schaberg’s 30 Things: Practical Advice for Living Well chapter-by-chapter here:

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Allen’s book, 12 Essential Insights for Emotional Sobriety: https://www.amazon.com/12-Essential-Insights-Emotional-Sobriety/dp/1955415129/

 

Join Allen & Thom at our Thursday night, 7pm PST Zoom meeting on Emotional Sobriety and the Steps (login information below):

 

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We’d love to stay in touch in between meetings.

 

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