Finding Serenity in Sobriety with Randy Mermell
Episode Overview
Treat addiction daily through the application of the 12 steps. Maintain a relationship with a higher power for guidance. Use meditation to find peace in the present moment. Recognize and counter the inner critic with faith. Understand that recovery is an ongoing process.
My body is allergic to alcohol. I can never drink successfully ever again, one day at a time.
In this episode of 'Love Your Life, with Randy Mermell', Randy dives deep into the personal journey of living a sober life. Randy, a seasoned international coach, speaker, and podcaster, shares his experiences from over 28 years of sobriety and how he navigates the challenges of addiction and recovery. He draws on his own life, including his happy marriage and success as an entrepreneur, to provide practical advice and encouragement for those struggling with similar issues.
The episode features a guided meditation session and the third step prayer, offering listeners a chance to connect with their higher power and find peace in the present moment. Randy's candid reflections on his battle with alcoholism and the constant presence of the disease in his life are both eye-opening and relatable. He emphasizes the importance of treating the disease daily through the application of the 12 steps and maintaining a relationship with a higher power.
With humour and honesty, Randy addresses the inner critic that tries to undermine his progress and how he counters it with faith and meditation. The episode is a powerful reminder that recovery is an ongoing process and that finding serenity in each moment is key. If you're looking for inspiration and practical tips on living a sober life, this episode is a must-listen.