Reflecting on Spirituality and Personal Growth: Is This the Last Episode?
Episode Overview
Michael reflects on his spiritual journey and recent revelations. He discusses the criteria for being part of his inner circle. Michael shares his evolving views on atheism and spirituality. He highlights the importance of community in recovery programs. Michael contemplates the future direction of his podcast.
You have to earn the right to be in my inner circle.
In this episode of MY BLUEPRINT: Struggle Towards Emotional Sobriety, Michael Stoller reflects on the possibility of it being his last. Celebrating his 51st birthday, Michael shares his spiritual journey and revelations from the past 24 hours, which have led him to reconsider the future of his podcast. He delves into the criteria for being part of his inner circle, emphasising the importance of personal growth, therapy, recovery programs, and vulnerability.
Michael candidly discusses his evolving views on spirituality and atheism, influenced by the book 'Common Sense Recovery: The Atheist Guide to Alcoholics Anonymous'. He shares a heartfelt conversation with his children about atheism and his struggle with the concept of a higher power in the 12-step program. Michael also touches on the significance of community in recovery programs, the outdated nature of some religious texts, and his desire to connect with like-minded individuals.
As he contemplates the direction of his podcast and personal life, Michael invites those who resonate with his journey to reach out and be part of his inner circle. This episode is a deep dive into Michael's thoughts on personal growth, spirituality, and the future of his podcast.