Living the Sweet Life: Recovery Insights with Danny and Catherine Mullaney
We practice these principles in all our affairs. We try to carry this message to others and to practice these principles in all our affairs.
Ever wondered how to turn daily struggles into stepping stones for a better life? In this episode of 'Unsweetened Sio', Siobhan Huggins reconnects with Danny and Catherine Mullaney for a deeper dive into their journey through addiction recovery. Picking up from their previous chat, they explore the essence of living 'one day at a time'. The Mullaneys share candid stories about falling down and getting back up, emphasizing that stumbling is part of the recovery process.
Their life motto, inspired by the AA Big Book, is simple yet profound: 'The spiritual life is not a theory. You have to live it'. They unpack this by discussing the 12 steps, which they describe as trusting God, cleaning house, and helping others. Catherine talks about how abstaining from sugar and flour was just the beginning for her. She dives into the importance of internal cleanup and living honestly within a community.
Danny adds his perspective on self-examination, noting how easy it is to focus on others' faults instead of our own. Together, they highlight the joy found in service to others, whether in recovery or not. This episode is a heartfelt reminder that recovery is a continuous journey, not a destination. Tune in for an honest conversation that blends practical advice with spiritual insights, and find out how you too can live the 'sweet life' beyond addiction.