Internal Focus and GratitudeInternal Focus and Gratitude
The 12th Step Podcast
Join us as we talk about how your internal focus and gratitude can affect your recovery. This key concept can help you daily daily as you shift your external focus on things and those around you toward an inner focus that heps you to find peace and a...
29:30•12 May 2023
Finding Peace Within: The Role of Gratitude in Recovery
Episode Overview
- The trio discusses the impact of shifting focus from external to internal in the recovery journey
- Daniel shares personal reflections on the negative impact of focusing on loss and the significance of embracing gratitude
- Mike and Gary emphasize the role of higher power and the continuous process of recovery
- The episode unfolds organically, offering a raw and honest exploration of the complexities of recovery
- The trio highlights the importance of perseverance, humility, and doing the next right thing in the recovery journey
“What am I focusing on? I'm focusing on this highest ideal, right? And then if you're focusing on something that's not ideal, all of those mechanics are still in your system. If you focus on something low, you're going to keep shooting at it until you hit it.”
Ever thought about how shifting your focus inward could change your recovery journey? In this heartfelt episode of 'The 12th Step Podcast', hosts Gary, Mike, and Daniel dive into the profound impact of internal focus and gratitude. Daniel opens up about his own struggles with focusing on loss and how it skewed his outlook on life. He shares how embracing gratitude helped him see the positives, even when times were tough.
Mike and Gary chime in with their own stories, emphasizing the importance of a higher power and the continuous nature of recovery. Their conversation is raw, honest, and deeply personal, offering a fresh perspective on the importance of perseverance, humility, and doing the next right thing. Whether you're in recovery yourself or supporting someone who is, this episode provides valuable insights and a comforting sense of community.

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