Matt Stevens
Matt Stevens
Awakening to Sobriety and Purpose
Awakening to Sobriety and Purpose
Awakening to Sobriety and Purpose
Monday 30th September 2024
Explore the meaning of spiritual awakening and how hardships can lead to sobriety and purpose in this insightful episode with Matt Stevens.
26 minutes
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Matt Stevens
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Mindful Recovery
Creative Recovery Journeys
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Financial Health in Recovery
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Episode Overview
- Spiritual awakening is a state of being, not an event or process.
- Hardships often lead individuals to seek higher truths and healing.
- Addiction is frequently a coping mechanism for underlying pain.
- Religion can be a stepping stone to deeper spirituality.
- Our struggles might be guiding us towards a higher purpose.
Life had to be hard to cause us to seek, to begin searching in earnest for reasons for it all, for healing, and ultimately for understanding.
Ever wondered what a spiritual awakening truly means? Matt Stevens, the host of My Sober Addiction, dives deep into this fascinating topic in this episode titled 'Awakening to Sobriety and Purpose'. Matt starts by reflecting on the quote from Rumi, 'You are not a drop in the ocean, but you are the entire ocean in a drop', setting the tone for an exploration of our spiritual journeys.
He discusses how hardships, abuse, and neglect often lead individuals to seek refuge in addiction, only to find themselves in a new kind of hell. The episode emphasises that addiction is rarely about partying; it's often about coping with pain and life's challenges. Matt shares his personal experiences and insights on how these struggles can eventually lead to a spiritual quest. He argues that without hardships, there would be no reason to seek higher truths or healing.
This perspective might resonate with anyone who has faced significant challenges and is looking for meaning beyond their struggles. The conversation shifts to the concept of spiritual awakening, which Matt describes not as an event or a process but as a state of being. He believes that this awakening is an ongoing journey where we continually seek answers and connect with our higher selves.
Matt's candid discussion on how religion can serve as a stepping stone to spirituality is both thought-provoking and relatable. He also touches on the idea of the 'veil of forgetfulness', suggesting that our lack of memory about our true nature is necessary for growth and discovery. This episode is a heartfelt exploration of the complexities of addiction, recovery, and the spiritual path.
If you're curious about how your struggles might be leading you to something greater, this episode is a must-listen. Why not take a moment to reflect on your own journey? Could your hardships be guiding you towards a higher purpose?