David G, David G, Mark B, Minor A, Nance F, and others
David G, David G, Nancy F, Mark B and others
Journey 03 - Session 34 - Jan 18 2022
Journey 03 - Session 34 - Jan 18 2022
Journey 03 - Session 34 - Jan 18 2022
Wednesday 19th January 2022
Discover how prayer and meditation in the Eleventh Step can enhance your recovery journey with insights from David G, Nancy F, Mark B, and others.
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Get the buttons here!Unlocking Spiritual Growth: The Power of Prayer and Meditation in Recovery
Life will be placed on a much higher plane when our thinking is cleared of wrong motives.
Ever wondered how prayer and meditation can shape your recovery journey? In this episode of 'Purpose of this Book - Intensive Big Book Study', hosts David G, Nancy F, Mark B, and others dive deep into the Eleventh Step, focusing on pages 85-87 of the 'Big Book'. They kick off with two quotes that set the stage for a rich discussion about the book's purpose.
The group highlights the importance of understanding the instructions, promises, prayers, and warnings detailed in the Big Book. They also stress the value of talking to people experienced in prayer and meditation, whether they are religious or not. As the conversation unfolds, the hosts share their routines for a constructive daily inventory, emphasizing the need to review their day each night and start each morning with prayer.
They talk about living 'one day at a time' and how this ties into the concept of a daily reprieve. The episode is packed with practical tips on meditation, from quieting the mind to hearing divine guidance. The hosts discuss how meditation helps clear their thinking of wrong motives, leading to a more fulfilling life. They also share personal stories about pausing when agitated or doubtful and seeking the right course of action through prayer.
Fear and insecurity are common hurdles in recovery, and the group addresses these challenges head-on, offering insights on overcoming them through the 12-step program. Whether you're new to sobriety or a seasoned member of a twelve-step group, this episode provides valuable perspectives on incorporating prayer and meditation into your daily routine. Tune in to learn how these spiritual practices can help you achieve clarity, peace, and a higher plane of life.