Finding Peace in Step 10: Randy Mermell's Guide to Better Living
Episode Overview
Step 10 involves taking personal inventory and admitting wrongs. Daily reflection helps maintain conscious contact with a higher power. Honesty and gratitude are crucial for continuous self-improvement. Material distractions can hinder spiritual growth. Humour can be a helpful tool in the recovery journey.
Relieve me of the self-talking, unsatisfiable, fault-finding, opinionated mind.
Randy Mermell's 'Love Your Life' podcast dives deep into the heart of sobriety and spirituality in this episode, 'Step 10 Doing Better'. Randy, an international coach and speaker with over 28 years of sobriety, shares his profound experiences and insights on how to live a happy and purposeful life.
Drawing from his journey through alcoholism, drug addiction, and other personal challenges, Randy provides a raw and honest reflection on the 10th step of recovery - taking personal inventory and admitting wrongs. He breaks down the process of the third step prayer, guiding listeners through each line with thoughtful breaths and introspection. The episode is filled with practical advice on how to connect with a higher power and maintain sobriety.
Randy's candid discussion about his own struggles, including his thoughts on self-talk and resistance, offers a relatable perspective for anyone on a similar path. He emphasizes the importance of daily reflection and continuous growth, making this episode a valuable resource for those seeking to improve their conscious contact with their higher power. Randy's anecdotes, like comparing step 10 to bowling with bumpers to avoid gutters, add a touch of humour while illustrating the importance of staying on track.
His reflections on how material distractions can hinder spiritual growth are both eye-opening and relatable. By sharing his own daily practices and challenges, Randy encourages listeners to embrace honesty and gratitude as they strive for better living. Whether you're new to recovery or have been on the journey for years, this episode offers practical steps and heartfelt encouragement to help you stay committed to your path.
Tune in for an inspiring blend of wisdom, humour, and real-life experiences that remind us all of the power of continuous self-improvement.