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Christmas—A Recovery Story
Christmas—A Recovery Story
Christmas—A Recovery Story
Wednesday 19th December 2012
Join Rev. Dan Beckett, Rev. Michelle Vargas, and Unity minister Allen Liles as they explore the Christmas story's unique relevance to recovery.
61 minutes
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Get the buttons here!The Christmas Story: A Beacon for Recovery
The Christmas story is a story of recovery and it's a story that we can keep living all year long.
Picture this: the Christmas story not just as a tale of joy and celebration, but as a powerful metaphor for recovery. In this episode of 'Spirit of Recovery', hosts Rev. Dan Beckett and Rev. Michelle Vargas are joined by Unity minister Allen Liles to uncover how the journey from darkness to light in the Christmas narrative mirrors the path to sobriety.
Allen Liles brings a fresh perspective, diving into the metaphysical layers of the Christmas story and how it can guide those in recovery. The conversation isn't just about spirituality in the abstract. They tackle real challenges faced during addiction recovery, like dealing with emotional upheaval and finding a balance between material wealth and spiritual prosperity. Ever thought about the significance of shepherds in the Christmas story?
Or how giving and receiving gifts can be a metaphor for support and growth in recovery? This episode covers it all. What makes this episode stand out is its blend of deep spiritual insights with practical advice. The hosts and guest discuss how to embrace love more fully, especially in tough times, and why celebrating the spirit of Christmas shouldn't be confined to just one season.
Allen Liles sums it up beautifully when he says, 'The Christmas story is a story of recovery and it's a story that we can keep living all year long'. Whether you're on your own recovery journey, supporting someone who is, or simply curious about the intersection of spirituality and sobriety, this episode offers a refreshing, hopeful perspective. Tune in for an engaging discussion that promises to inspire and uplift.