YOUR LIVING PROOF PODCAST
YOUR LIVING PROOF PODCAST
Episode 95: Why your Bishop Can't Help ( at least not today...)
Episode 95: Why your Bishop Can't Help ( at least not today...)
Episode 95: Why your Bishop Can't Help ( at least not today...)
Sunday 12th January 2025
Discover why your bishop may not be the best first step in addiction recovery and learn practical steps for effective long-term healing.
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Episode Overview
- Faith leaders may not be equipped to handle immediate addiction needs.
- Initial recovery steps should focus on community support and professional help.
- Group therapy is crucial for connecting with others facing similar struggles.
- Addressing shame and secrecy is vital for genuine recovery.
- Practical steps should precede seeking spiritual healing.
If addiction is the process of disconnecting or detaching you from everything and everyone, and especially God, the purpose of recovery is reattachment.
Ever wondered why your bishop or priest might not be the best first step in helping a loved one struggling with addiction? In this episode of Your Living Proof Podcast, Danny and Emily Deaton tackle this sensitive topic head-on. They argue that while faith leaders play a crucial role in spiritual guidance, they may not be equipped to handle the immediate and practical needs of someone battling addiction.
Through personal anecdotes and professional insights, the Deatons explain why initial steps in addiction recovery should focus on community support and professional help rather than spiritual counsel alone. They highlight the importance of group therapy and the value of connecting with others who have faced similar struggles. This episode also delves into the shame and secrecy often associated with addiction, emphasising that addressing these issues is vital for genuine recovery.
The Deatons share their own experiences, offering a raw and honest perspective that many will find both relatable and enlightening. By the end of the episode, you'll understand why it's essential to take practical steps before seeking spiritual healing and how doing so can lead to more effective long-term recovery. Don't miss out on this eye-opening discussion that could change how you approach addiction recovery for yourself or a loved one.