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67 - Gordon T. Smith - Part II
67 - Gordon T. Smith - Part II
67 - Gordon T. Smith - Part II
Wednesday 3rd July 2024
Join Nick Angeloff and Dr. Gordon T. Smith as they discuss courage, calling, and patience in personal growth and recovery.
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Episode Overview
- Patience is crucial for genuine healing and growth.
- Understanding one's strengths and limitations can be liberating.
- Interdependence is key to success.
- Shame can be a significant barrier in recovery.
- Prioritising what truly matters helps manage life's demands.
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In this episode of the Recovery Podcast, host Nick Angeloff continues his engaging conversation with Dr. Gordon T. Smith, the esteemed author and President of Ambrose University and Seminary. This second part of their discussion dives deep into themes of courage, calling, and the importance of patience in personal growth and recovery. Dr. Smith shares his thoughts on how different cultures perceive vulnerability and the impact of societal expectations on personal development.
His reflections on humility and the interdependence required for success, illustrated through sports metaphors, are both relatable and insightful. Dr. Smith also touches on the 'grace of patience', urging us to allow time for genuine healing and growth rather than seeking quick fixes. He candidly discusses his own struggles with impatience and how he has worked to cultivate a more patient mindset over the years. This honest self-reflection offers a powerful reminder that personal growth is a gradual process.
The episode also explores the concept of self-knowledge as a cornerstone of recovery. Dr. Smith emphasises the importance of recognising one's strengths and limitations, and how understanding oneself can be liberating and transformative. He also introduces the idea of 'tending the inner circle', prioritising what truly matters in life while letting go of unnecessary burdens. Nick Angeloff and Dr. Smith wrap up their conversation by discussing how shame can be a significant barrier in the recovery journey. Dr.
Smith's empathetic approach provides a compassionate perspective on overcoming these obstacles, making this episode a must-listen for anyone on their path to recovery. Ready to gain some valuable insights into your own recovery journey? Tune in to hear Dr. Smith's wisdom and find inspiration in his words.