Beyond Belief Sobriety Podcast
Beyond Belief Sobriety Podcast
Episode 236: The Fallacy of Secular Spirituality
Episode 236: The Fallacy of Secular Spirituality
Episode 236: The Fallacy of Secular Spirituality
Wednesday 8th September 2021
Join John Huey on Beyond Belief Sobriety as he explores the role of spirituality in secular recovery programs. Hear personal stories and expert insights.
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Get the buttons here!Debunking Secular Spirituality: A Deep Dive with John Huey
Atheism is no barrier to a spiritual life...the danger is that you identify as an atheist go out and get drunk and not come back.
Ever wondered if spirituality has a place in secular recovery programs? John Huey returns to the Beyond Belief Sobriety Podcast to tackle this very question. In this episode, John and the host engage in a thought-provoking discussion about the role of spirituality in a non-religious recovery journey. They dive into the potential pitfalls of integrating religious language and beliefs into secular programs, emphasizing the importance of keeping recovery accessible and free from dogma.
Throughout the conversation, guests share their personal stories of navigating addiction recovery without leaning on traditional religious frameworks. These firsthand accounts shed light on alternative methods and the challenges of finding meaning and purpose in a secular life. The episode also touches on the dynamics of peer support within recovery communities, highlighting both the benefits and limitations.
By the end, listeners will gain a nuanced understanding of how spirituality and secular recovery intersect and what it means for those seeking a non-religious path to sobriety.