Darren Littlejohn
Darren Littlejohn
Episode 048 - The 12-Step Buddhist Podcast: Give Up Your Body, Practices of the Bodhisattva #6
Episode 048 - The 12-Step Buddhist Podcast: Give Up Your Body, Practices of the Bodhisattva #6
Episode 048 - The 12-Step Buddhist Podcast: Give Up Your Body, Practices of the Bodhisattva #6
Sunday 18th August 2019
Darren Littlejohn explores the sixth practice of the bodhisattva, focusing on spiritual friends and addiction recovery in The 12-Step Buddhist Podcast.
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To cherish such a spiritual friend more than your own body is the practice of the Bodhisattva.
What if the key to overcoming addiction lies in the wisdom of ancient Buddhist practices? In this episode of The 12-Step Buddhist Podcast, Darren Littlejohn dives into the sixth practice of the bodhisattva, emphasizing the value of cherishing spiritual friends. He explores why having a teacher is crucial, especially in today's world where we often undervalue mentorship. Darren shares his personal journey, including his decade-long experience working with people and his own struggles with addiction.
He delves into how neural pathways related to addiction persist and how meditation can help manage the distress that comes with it. If you're curious about how Buddhism can intersect with addiction recovery, this episode offers a blend of practical advice and deep insights.