Relapse Prevention: Self-Pity, Fear & Anger. School of Rock Bottom 60: Oliver Mason
Self-Pity, Fear & Anger! Addiction loves these themes to convince us that it's lies are real.
Addiction doesn’t just lie—it uses your own voice to do it. And the worst part? It makes you believe it's all your fault and the only way out is a drink or a drug.
In this solo episode, I go deeper than the obvious narratives. We break down the three hidden vehicles addiction uses to keep us stuck: self-pity, fear and anger. You’ll learn how to dismantle the belief that you don’t deserve self-forgiveness and recovery, that life has no meaning, that others are better than you, smash the fear of losing what you have or not getting what you want, and reframe anger as a tool—not a trap. It's time to move forward and break free.
This is essential listening for anyone in early recovery or you’ve got years under your belt. These aren’t just thoughts—they’re weapons if we don't know how to react to them. It’s time to take them apart.
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Topics -
0:00 Intro
4:00 Self Pity
6:15 You are scum and don't deserve recovery!
17:30 Life is shit - what's the point?!
26:40 Others are better than you!
34:05 Sponsor
35:08 Fear - FALSE EVIDENCE APPEARING REAL
36:40 You will lose what you have and not get what you want!
48:20 Anger & resentment
49:05 People, places and things aren't doing what they should be doing!
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School of Rock Bottom
10 years sober, I bring my experience as a rehab recovery coach & actor to explore addiction, alcoholism, recovery, mental health & the creative journey. Featured in The Week's Ultimate Podcast List of 2024, I know first-hand rock bottom moments can be the greatest teacher & a springboard for a beautiful life. Remember, you don’t have to lose everything or wait to hit 'bottom' to recover — it’s simply when you can't ignore the pain anymore. I share my journey & interview people who’ve survived & thrived through adversity, sharing hard-earned lessons to remind others there is hope & a way out.
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