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Episode Summary: In this powerful third episode, I explore the "rebuild" phase of my recovery from alcoholism. I challenge conventional healing wisdom, sharing how I once used therapy as an excuse to drink, not progress. This is a raw look at the practical, mental, and philosophical pieces needed to rebuild a life, emphasizing forward motion over dwelling on the past.

Key Topics:

• The Illusion of Healing: How I misused therapy to dwell on the past until a counsellor redirected my focus to the future.
• Occupying a Sober Mind: Simple tools that helped me rebuild focus: jigsaws (a perfect recovery metaphor), audiobooks, and journaling to transform loneliness.
• Reframing Emotions: Learning to dissect anger as a "negative gesture enabling resentment" and recognizing the insanity of repeating past patterns.
• Core Principles: The essential mindset for rebuilding: H.O.W. (Honesty, Openness, Willfulness), K.I.S.S. (Keep It Simple), and finding a "God of my understanding" in nature.

Listener Notes: An unfiltered look at the challenging, non-linear work of rebuilding. My honesty about the daily battle is meant to inspire hope that by taking the next right action and using simple tools, every piece of your life can be put back together, stronger than before.

Resources & Support: If triggered, please seek support. You are not alone. Reach out to:

• Your local GP
• Alcoholics Anonymous: www.alcoholics-anonymous.org.uk / 0800 9177 650
• Samaritans: www.samaritans.org / 116 123
• Email: unfilteredrebuild@gmail.com

About the Podcast: A candid journey through recovery from alcoholism. I am not a professional but speak from lived experience, hoping my story helps others.

contact me - unfilteredrebuild@gmail.com

Equipment used to produce this Podcast

Garageband - Editing Softare

DJI Mic 2 - Audio - https://amzn.to/47ReLPa

Affinity Photo - available from Apple Store

Affinity Designer - - available from Apple Store

REFERENCES

THE (7) SEVEN HABITS OF HIGHLY SUCCESSFUL PEOPLE - STEPHEN R COVEY https://amzn.to/4p61ecX