Ep 106. Staying Sober Through Life’s Challenges, with Patrick Kennedy

In this week’s episode, Ash welcomes back Patrick Kennedy to hear how he’s been managing life’s ups and downs in sobriety since recording their last episode together 18 months ago. They explore the challenges faced after the initial phase of sobriety, the importance of emotional health, and the significance of building connections within the recovery community. Patrick shares his experiences with daily routines, the impact of physical fitness, and his dabbling into breathwork. Patrick opens up vulnerably around his recent journey through heartbreak, and how at 3 years sober, he once again found himself hiding behind a smile. Ash and Patrick also discuss the role of spirituality in recovery, and the ongoing struggle to trust your own thoughts.The episode highlights are:00:00 Introduction and Journey of Sobriety03:09 The Reality of Recovery05:58 Daily Life and New Discoveries08:45 Building Connections in Recovery12:05 Emotional Sobriety vs. Physical Sobriety15:00 Finding Gratitude and Moving Forward17:58 Breathwork and Emotional Release20:56 Reflections on a Photo from the Past27:27 Navigating Heartbreak and Public Appearances32:41 The Role of Faith in Recovery37:04 Trusting Your Own Thinking44:25 The Importance of Connection and Community47:14 Reflections on Early Sobriety50:09 Non-Negotiables for a Fulfilling LifeYou can connect with Patrick on Instagram at pks_pack and pkenners_You can access free meditations through Ash’s Website here. Follow and connect with Ash on: ⁠Instagram⁠ ⁠TikTok ⁠⁠Facebook Website⁠ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.