S2 | Ep 25 - Resilience

Awake and Sober

In this part of the conversation, the hosts discuss the importance of mindset and resilience in overcoming challenges. They emphasize the power of positive thinking and the impact it has on one's ability to navigate tough times. They also touch on the role of relationships and support systems in the journey to resilience and recovery. The conversation explores the themes of adapting and resilience in recovery. The speakers discuss the importance of being willing to adapt and listen to suggestions from others. They share personal experiences of adapting to recovery and proving others wrong. The conversation also emphasizes the significance of community and relationships in the recovery journey. The speakers highlight the value of being surrounded by like-minded individuals who can provide support and encouragement. They discuss the role of spirituality and faith in building resilience. The conversation concludes with examples of difficult situations where resilience was tested and how the speakers navigated them.

A mainstay of our recovery stories is being completely honest with our support teams but, most importantly, honest with ourselves. How do we do that?

The answer is simple: we journal about our experiences, ideas, and goals. If you are anything like us, that means you journal A LOT and take a bunch of notes, so don't you deserve a great writing instrument?

We think you do, and so does the sponsor of the Awake and Sober Podcast Tactile Turn. If you have yet to use a Tactile Turn pen, let's be honest: are you even writing?!?

00:00 - The Power of Positive Thinking 22:34 - The Role of Relationships and Support Systems 24:04 - Adapting to Recovery and Overcoming Challenges 25:55 - Adapting and Listening in Recovery 29:27 - The Power of Community and Relationships 32:48 - Building Resilience through Spiritual and Emotional Well-being 38:17 - Surrounding Yourself with Uplifting and Supportive Individuals 41:31 - Navigating Difficult Situations with Resilience and Faith

Sound Bites

"If I don't think positive, positive things just aren't gonna happen."
"Pouring positivity in creates more resiliency."
"In order to adapt, you gotta be around the right things to adapt with."
"Adapting starts right away...if you're willing to listen and take suggestions."
"How important are relationships and support systems? I don't think I would be here today if it wasn't."
"If I'm showing you the way to go, I'm reminding myself what I need to be doing."