Why focusing on avoidance can hurt your Sobriety w/ Tim Phillips
Mar 13, 2025
Episode 216: Why focusing on avoidance can hurt your Sobriety w/ Tim Phillips
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In episode 216 of the Sober Vibes podcast, Courtney Andersen welcomes Tim Phillips to the show and discusses how focusing on avoidance can hurt one's sobriety. Tim Phillips shares his powerful story of going from rock bottom to rehab and discovering what works for him beyond traditional 12-step programs.
Tim Phillips is the host of the Sober and Happy Podcast and an advocate for individuals seeking to live a sober, fulfilling life
What you will learn in this episode:
- Tim's journey from morning bartender to sustained sobriety since 2011
- Why the 12-step model works for some but not everyone
- How trauma healing fits into recovery
- The dangers of making your world smaller through avoidance
- Why exposure therapy can be valuable in recovery
- Building confidence by facing fears with proper support
- The importance of developing self-trust in your sobriety journey
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