M2 THE ROCK || Michael Molthan
MICHAEL MOLTHAN
Overcoming Addiction - The power of Step Three
Overcoming Addiction - The power of Step Three
Overcoming Addiction - The power of Step Three
Friday 13th September 2024
Michael Molthan shares how Step Three of the 12-step programme helped him overcome addiction and find spiritual empowerment.
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34 minutes
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Honest
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Transformative
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M2 THE ROCK || Michael Molthan
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Episode Overview
- Step Three involves turning your will and life over to the care of a higher power.
- Michael shares his personal struggles with understanding and accepting God.
- He introduces the concept of a 'God box' for placing worries and stresses.
- Consistent application of Step Three can help break the cycle of relapse.
- Faith and surrender are crucial elements in the journey to recovery.
When I finally truly surrendered and told God, 'You can have all of me,' that's when real change began.
Michael Molthan's journey from homebuilder to homeless, and ultimately to a beacon of hope for many, is nothing short of inspiring. In this episode of M2 THE ROCK, Michael takes a deep dive into the power of Step Three in the 12-step recovery programme. He shares candidly about his struggles with addiction and how multiple rock bottoms became stepping stones to a more fulfilling life.
Michael's charisma and relatability shine through as he discusses the pivotal role of turning one's will and life over to the care of a higher power, as understood by each individual. This step, he explains, is often fraught with fear and misunderstanding, but it is also where true spiritual empowerment begins. Michael recounts his initial resistance to the concept of God, shaped by negative experiences with organised religion.
However, through his journey in recovery, he found a personal understanding of a higher power that brought him peace and purpose. He uses vivid anecdotes, like the metaphor of a 'God box' where he places his worries, to illustrate how surrendering control can lead to healing and growth. You'll also hear about Michael's experiences in various treatment centres and how the consistent application of Step Three helped him break the cycle of relapse.
His story is a testament to the transformative power of faith and surrender in overcoming addiction. Whether you're struggling with addiction yourself, supporting a loved one, or simply curious about the recovery process, this episode offers valuable insights and practical advice. Why should you tune in? Michael's raw honesty and practical wisdom make this episode a must-listen for anyone seeking to understand the deeper aspects of recovery.
His journey underscores that even in our darkest moments, there is always a path to redemption and fulfilment.