This presentation will explore the concept of emotional sobriety from the perspective of the ability to feel one’s feelings. We will challenge the idea that physical sobriety equals happiness. Additionally, the presentation will offer suggestions and ideas to improve one’s emotional sobriety.
MoreWednesday, January 9, 2019
Salesianum High School - Centenary Hall
1801 N. Broom St., Wilmington, DE 19802
6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
FREE
As Father Martin once said, “The rational human being operates ‘I over E’ with intellect controlling his emotions.” Once alcohol and drugs are introduced to this equation, emotions quickly start to control our decision making. Thus, once we sober up, we must learn how to trust our emotions and feelings again.
This presentation will explore the concept of emotional sobriety from the perspective of the ability to feel one’s feelings. We will challenge the idea that physical sobriety equals happiness. Additionally, the presentation will offer suggestions and ideas to improve one’s emotional sobriety.
GEORGE PLESNIAK, MSG, ACRPS, CA-AD PROGRAM DIRECTOR
George Plesniak has been with Ashley since 1997, serving previously as a relapse addiction counselor. In his role as Program Director, he is responsible for all aspects of Ashley’s clinical program including patient programming, scheduling, oversight of the Family Wellness and Children and Youth programs, and leadership of Ashley's clinical team. George holds a Master of Science degree in business and industry counseling and a Bachelor of Arts in industrial and organizational psychology from the California University of Pennsylvania. He has conducted Gorski Relapse Process training and is ACRPS certified as a Relapse Counselor through the Center of Applied Sciences.
THIS EVENT IS OPEN TO EVERYONE. Refreshments will be served.
For more information contact Alumni Services at 410.273.2276, Alumni@AshleyTreatment.org.