Truth vs. Repose: Breaking Through Denial in Sobriety with Gen Stoney

Episodes Affirmation:  "I choose truth, no matter how uncomfortable it may be, because it’s the path to my highest self."

In this episode Gen Stoney dives into all things…
The quote and reading from hazelton that ignited this episode.  

How high achievers often face denial and sobriety challenges 

Choosing between the comfort of avoidance (repose) and the courage to confront the truth.

The Sneaky Nature of Denial

How denial is a defense mechanism, and keeps our secrets safe. 

The Power of Truth and Self-Awareness 

Choosing Truth Over Repose

Signs You’re in Denial

Truth as the Path to Growth

The Role of Community in Shattering Denial

Why We Need Honest Feedback  

The Value of Sober Networks

4 Actionable Steps for Confronting Denial 

Ready for help?: DM me on social or Email me: GenStoney@Gmail.com 

& So much more….

Meet Gen Stoney: 
Gen Stoney is a dedicated Sober Mentor and Sober Concierge, passionately committed to helping high-achieving individuals reclaim their lives through lasting sobriety. With over 16 years of continuous sobriety, Gen combines her personal experience with her professional expertise to provide deeply personalized support for elite clients who value efficiency, confidentiality, and tangible results. Her approach is not just about helping you stay sober—it’s about empowering you to thrive in all areas of your life while maintaining your recovery.

As the host of the **Unapologetic Woman Podcast** and a 2x best-selling author, Gen’s impact extends beyond one-on-one mentorship. She has shared stages with thought leaders like Elizabeth Gilbert and Valarie Kaur, and has been featured as a guest expert on FOX and The CW. With a background in psychology, certifications in recovery coaching, life coaching, EFT, meditation, and chakra healing, she blends evidence-based techniques with a compassionate, heart-centered approach. If you’re ready to invest in your sobriety and embrace a life of clarity, purpose, and freedom, Gen Stoney is your guide.

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Reading: 
“God offers to every mind its choice between truth and repose. Take which you please - you can never have both. ~Ralph Waldo Emerson
Denial is sneaky and hard to detect. Like a chameleon, a denied reality tends to change color until it blends right in and seems to fit. Since we don't have to deal with what we don't see, we camouflage some truths that we're afraid will hurt or challenge us. Some of us deny that anyone else ever lived in a family as dysfunctional as ours, or that our families were dysfunctional at all. Others insist only their siblings were affected, or only themselves. We may tell ourselves we're deliberating when we're really procrastinating. The varieties of self-deception are almost limitless. Our talent for denial is an important reason for making friends in the program. We need people we can trust enough to tell us the truth - loving people who will say what needs to be said, even if it's uncomfortable at first to hear. I recognize my need for honest feedback. I'm less afraid of openness than I used to be.” -Todays Gift from Hazelton
From the meditation book: Days of healing, Days of Joy: Daily Meditations for Adult Children. By, Earnie Larsen & Carol Larsen Hegarty