Randy Mermel
randy@turningpointfilms.com (Randy Mermel)
20231011 - Surrendering
20231011 - Surrendering
20231011 - Surrendering
Friday 15th March 2024
Randy Mermell shares his journey through alcoholism, sobriety, and finding happiness by surrendering control and trusting a higher power.
63 minutes
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Randy Mermel
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Mindful Recovery
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Spiritual & Personal Growth Journeys
Body & Mind
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
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Episode Overview
- Admitting complete defeat is essential for recovery.
- Connecting with a higher power can bring peace and guidance.
- Meditative prayer helps in grounding and mindfulness.
- Surrendering control leads to true freedom and happiness.
- Personal stories highlight the real-life application of AA principles.
The first principle of AA life is that I shall find no enduring strength until I first admit complete defeat.
Randy Mermell, an international coach, speaker, and podcaster, takes us on a heartfelt journey through his personal experiences with alcoholism, sobriety, and finding happiness in 'Surrendering'. With over 28 years of sobriety under his belt, Randy shares the raw and honest truths about his struggles with addiction and the transformative power of surrender. He emphasises the importance of admitting complete defeat as the cornerstone of recovery, a concept deeply rooted in the principles of Alcoholics Anonymous (AA).
Randy’s reflections are not just theoretical; they are grounded in his own life - from overcoming low self-esteem to navigating the complexities of marriage and fatherhood. His candid recounting of how he learned to relinquish control and trust a higher power is both moving and relatable. Randy also guides you through a meditative prayer practice, encouraging deep breaths and mindful contemplation to connect with a higher power, be it God or any other form of creative intelligence.
This episode is a blend of personal anecdotes and broader insights into living a purposeful life free from addiction. Randy's sincerity and vulnerability make this a must-listen for anyone on their own path to sobriety or supporting someone who is. Tune in to discover how surrendering can lead to true freedom and happiness.