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HIde and Seek - Paul Summers Jr

03.30.2024 - By Sober PodPlay

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Summary

In this episode, Carl and Paul discuss Paul's book, 'Hide and Seek: A Dad's Journey from Soulless Addiction to Soul Custody.' Paul shares his personal journey of recovery and the struggle to gain custody of his daughter. They explore the themes of self-centeredness, rebuilding relationships, and society's perception of dads. Paul emphasizes the importance of being an active and present father, and how recovery has transformed his family dynamics. In this part of the conversation, Paul Summers Jr. and Carl D discuss the impact of recovery on their lives and relationships. They explore the importance of equality and sensitivity, as well as the challenges of navigating financial insecurities and maintaining authenticity in recovery memoirs. They also discuss the value of sharing personal stories and the impact of false narratives in the recovery community. The conversation concludes with a reflection on the significance of Easter and the importance of embracing boldness, audacity, and daring in recovery. In this conversation, Paul Summers Jr. and Carl D discuss overcoming fear, handling confrontation, being bold and audacious, and finding balance in recovery. They explore the fear of being bad and walking on eggshells, the importance of active listening, and the journey of self-discovery. They also touch on overcoming ego and narcissism, embracing imperfection and diversity, and the power of vulnerability. The conversation concludes with words of encouragement for newcomers, emphasizing that it is never too late to start the journey of recovery.

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