12 Stupid Things That Mess Up Recovery: Avoiding Relapse through Self-Awareness and Right Action


Today my guest is Dr Allen Berger who is making his return to talk about his book “12 Stupid Things That Mess Up Recovery: Avoiding Relapse through Self-Awareness and Right Action.” We were actually able to get through all 12 things!

 

I just wanted to add how much I admire Dr. Berger. He was right in the middle of a very painful experience and he handled it with such grace and courage. You are going to hear him process some of his grief in real time, in a very real and vulnerable way. I was so impressed with his ability to stay with his feelings without shame or distraction. 



So without further delay, Please enjoy this episode with Dr Allen Berger

 

Connect with Dr Berger here:

Visit Website: https://abphd.com/

 

Watch on YouTube: ​​https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNuRolkOZ7X8fCEFCDYd5tg



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