Billy and Jason
Billy and Jason
3: Religious Cult (Sort Of)
3: Religious Cult (Sort Of)
3: Religious Cult (Sort Of)
Monday 4th November 2019
Billy and Jason discuss if 12-step programs are religions, cults, both, or neither in 'Recovery (Sort Of)'. Join the conversation!
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Get the buttons here!Are 12-Step Programs Religious Cults? Billy and Jason Weigh In
I don't buy any stretch of the imagined thing that when things don't work out the way that I should not, for any action that I've done wrong, but just they don't work out in a good way, bad things happen in the world. I actually just thought yesterday about the different ways my life has gone and the way I do feel, much like a chess piece placed in these different places for an amount of time for a purpose.
Are 12-step programs just another form of religion or cult? Or are they something entirely different? In this episode of 'Recovery (Sort Of)', Billy and Jason tackle this contentious topic head-on. They dive deep into the heart of 12-step fellowships, questioning whether these groups should be seen as religious institutions, cults, both, or neither. The conversation is not just about labels; it's about understanding the role of spirituality and a higher power in the recovery process.
Are these elements beneficial or do they create barriers for some individuals? Billy and Jason explore these questions with their usual blend of curiosity and candor. They also discuss the pros and cons of step fellowships, shedding light on how these groups can offer support while sometimes feeling restrictive. Whether you're new to recovery or have been on this journey for years, this episode encourages you to think critically about your own beliefs and how they shape your recovery path.
Tune in for a thought-provoking discussion that challenges conventional wisdom and invites you to see 12-step programs in a new light.