Why Step 10 is Crucial for Lasting Recovery
Episode Overview
Continuing personal inventory is essential for long-term recovery. Daily self-reflection helps maintain progress and avoid relapse. Humility is crucial for honest self-assessment. Accountability from trusted relationships supports ongoing growth. Integrating spiritual practices strengthens recovery.
If you think you're standing firm, be careful that you don't fall
Rodney Holmstrom, the voice behind 'Hope in Recovery', dives into the critical importance of Step 10 in the recovery journey. With an engaging blend of personal anecdotes and spiritual insights, Rodney emphasises why continuing to take a personal inventory is vital for long-term recovery. He explores Principle 7, which calls for daily self-examination, Bible reading, and prayer to understand God's will and gain the strength to follow it.
Rodney makes it clear that this step isn't just busy work but a transformative practice that helps maintain the progress made in earlier steps. He shares how this principle can be started at any time and encourages making self-reflection a daily habit, whether through journaling or verbal check-ins. Rodney's reflections are heartfelt and grounded in his own experiences, making his advice relatable and practical.
He also stresses the importance of humility and accountability in this process, urging listeners to seek support from trusted relationships. This episode is a powerful reminder that recovery is an ongoing journey, requiring continuous effort and reflection. By integrating these practices into daily life, you can build deep roots to sustain your recovery and avoid falling back into old habits.
Rodney's passionate delivery and genuine concern for those on their recovery journey make this episode a must-listen for anyone seeking to understand the deeper 'why' behind Step 10.