Coming to Terms

Buy our 366 Days F***ing Sober Book. - Visit soberpod.com Summary • "It's not what happens to us; it's how we respond to it that matters." In this episode, Carl and Chelsea discuss the concept of living life on life's terms and the struggles that come with it. They talk about how our desires can be overinflated and cause us trouble when we don't get our way. They emphasize the importance of coming to terms with what we can and cannot control in our lives. Chelsea shares her personal mantra that reminds her of her own strength and resilience. They encourage listeners to create their own mantras and to embrace the challenges and uncertainties of life. In this conversation, Carl and Chelsea discuss the concept of living life on life's terms in recovery. They talk about the importance of accepting reality and not getting caught up in expectations or personalizing events. They share personal experiences of dealing with challenges and how they have learned to respond in a more productive way. They also discuss the idea of overinflated desires and how they can cause trouble in recovery. Overall, the conversation emphasizes the importance of utilizing tools and support in recovery to navigate life's ups and downs. • Living life on life's terms means accepting the ups and downs, twists and turns of life and coming to terms with what we can and cannot control. • Our desires can be overinflated and cause us trouble when we don't get our way. • Creating a personal mantra can help boost self-confidence and remind us of our own strength and resilience. • It's important to reflect on our thoughts and desires and evaluate what we truly have control over in our lives. • Embracing the challenges and uncertainties of life can lead to personal growth and a greater sense of peace. Living life on life's terms is a key concept in recovery • Accepting reality and not personalizing events is crucial • Overinflated desires can cause trouble in recovery Utilizing tools and support is important in navigating challenges