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EP 32 - Trusting God (is hard...)
EP 32 - Trusting God (is hard...)
EP 32 - Trusting God (is hard...)
Sunday 2nd June 2024
Jeffrey and Troy discuss the challenges of trusting a Higher Power in recovery. Hear their stories, struggles, and practical advice.
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Episode Overview
- Trusting a Higher Power can be challenging but essential in recovery.
- Practical steps like avoiding social media triggers can help maintain sobriety.
- Humility involves recognising personal limitations and seeking support.
- Recovery is a journey filled with ups and downs; it's okay to struggle.
- Faith in a Higher Power offers peace amidst life's chaos.
Trusting God is not easy. In fact, it can be very, very difficult.
Jeffrey and Troy, hosts of the Recovery Nerd podcast, tackle the challenging yet essential topic of trusting a Higher Power in their recovery journeys. This episode, titled 'Trusting God (is hard...)', dives into the struggles and triumphs of relying on a Higher Power to navigate life's hurdles. Both hosts share candid stories about their personal battles with addiction, ranging from alcoholism to compulsive eating, and how they've applied the principles of twelve-step programmes to maintain sobriety.
Jeffrey talks about his recent experience at a wedding, a potentially triggering event, where he found himself at peace and able to enjoy the moment without succumbing to old habits. He attributes this to his faith in a Higher Power and the support of his recovery community. Meanwhile, Troy opens up about his job search and the importance of humility in recognising his limitations as a recovering sex addict.
He discusses practical steps he's taken, like avoiding certain triggers on social media, and how these actions have helped him stay grounded. The episode is filled with light-hearted banter and relatable anecdotes, making it an engaging listen for anyone on a similar path. Jeffrey and Troy's humour and honesty provide a comforting reminder that it's okay to struggle with trust and that recovery is a journey filled with ups and downs.
They emphasise that trusting a Higher Power doesn't mean life will be easy, but it does offer a way to find peace amidst chaos. So, if you're grappling with the concept of trusting something greater than yourself, or just need a dose of relatable recovery talk, this episode is for you. Tune in to hear how these two friends navigate their paths with a mix of faith, humour, and practical advice.