James Morris
Dr James Morris & Dr Wendy Dossett
Alcoholics Anonymous and spirituality in recovery with Dr Wendy Dossett
Alcoholics Anonymous and spirituality in recovery with Dr Wendy Dossett
Alcoholics Anonymous and spirituality in recovery with Dr Wendy Dossett
Tuesday 22nd December 2020
Join Dr. Wendy Dossett and Dr. James Morris as they discuss spirituality in recovery, covering AA, Buddhist methods, and making amends.
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Navigating Alcohol Dependency
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Creative Recovery Journeys
Sexual Stigmas & Myths
Financial Health in Recovery
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Get the buttons here!Dr Wendy Dossett on Spirituality and Recovery: A Deeper Dive into AA and Beyond
So it's the idea of higher power is not a supernatural being, but it's the power of identification, it's the power of mutual support and encouragement.
Ever wondered how spirituality fits into the recovery journey? In this episode of The Alcohol Problem Podcast, Dr. James Morris sits down with Dr. Wendy Dossett, an Associate Professor of Religious Studies at the University of Chester, to unpack the role of spirituality in overcoming addiction. Dr. Dossett shares her insights on how people interpret their 'higher power' within Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) and Buddhist-oriented recovery movements.
She also tackles some of the more challenging aspects of recovery, such as dealing with stigma, understanding the 'disease model', and the implications of labeling oneself as 'an alcoholic'. Drawing from her extensive research in Twelve Step Fellowships, Dr. Dossett discusses the diversity of spiritual experiences and the importance of finding a path that resonates personally. She also explores the concept of spiritual bypassing, where spirituality might be used as a form of self-soothing without addressing real-world issues. Additionally, Dr.
Dossett highlights the significance of making amends in recovery, emphasizing it as an essential outward-focused step. Whether you're in recovery, supporting someone who is, or just curious about the spiritual dimensions of addiction recovery, this episode offers a rich tapestry of perspectives and practical insights.