Balancing Chaos and Discipline: Finding Your Moral Compass with William Moyers
Discipline is taking responsibility, then training and directing one's energies through positive spiritual principles.
Ever feel like life is a constant tug-of-war between chaos and discipline? You're not alone. In this episode of 'Recovery Road', host William Moyers dives into this very struggle, offering insights on how to find your moral compass amidst the whirlwind. Drawing from Craig Nakken's book, 'Finding Your Moral Compass: Transformative Principles to Guide You in Recovery and Life', Moyers explores how we can navigate these opposing forces to lead a more grounded and fulfilling life.
The pandemic has made chaos feel all too familiar, but Moyers emphasizes that discipline isn't about rigid control—it's about directing your energy towards positive spiritual principles and meaningful goals. Through real-life stories like that of Hagar, a Cherokee elder who embodied a disciplined life, Moyers illustrates how structure and responsibility can lead to serenity and purpose. He also poses thought-provoking questions for listeners to reflect on their own lives.
Whether you're grappling with addiction or just trying to make better choices, this episode offers practical tools and wisdom to help you steer through the storm.