Michael Stoller on Patience and Spiritual Endurance: Keys to Emotional Sobriety
With patience and persistence, working my spiritual program and continuing focusing on spiritual endurance, I have no clue what the future has in store.
Ever felt like you're running a marathon with no finish line in sight? In this episode of 'My Blueprint: Struggle Towards Emotional Sobriety', Michael Stoller opens up about the crucial roles patience and spiritual endurance play in his ongoing journey. Michael shares how these themes have been surfacing in his dreams, meditations, and conversations, prompting him to explore their significance deeply.
As someone who's faced the ups and downs of addiction, depression, and anxiety, Michael knows firsthand the importance of being gentle with oneself. He reflects on his initial plan to wrap up the podcast after 100 episodes, only to find himself inspired to continue sharing his story and insights. This decision wasn't easy, especially with the fear of public scrutiny and evolving opinions looming large. Michael emphasizes that patience isn't just about waiting but about trusting the process.
Whether it's dealing with grief, navigating emotions, or pursuing personal growth, he believes that rushing through life doesn't yield lasting results. Instead, it's about allowing things to unfold naturally and having faith that progress will come in due time. Spiritual endurance, as Michael describes it, is akin to building a muscle. It requires consistent effort and practice, much like a marathon rather than a sprint.
This endurance is about sticking with spiritual practices even when they don't offer immediate rewards, trusting that they will contribute to long-term growth. In this heartfelt episode, Michael's message is clear: be kind to yourself, embrace patience, and cultivate spiritual endurance. His reflections offer a comforting reminder that personal evolution is a journey best taken one step at a time.