Shelly Summers
Shelly Summers
Searching and Fearless Moral Inventory (Part 1)
Searching and Fearless Moral Inventory (Part 1)
Searching and Fearless Moral Inventory (Part 1)
Saturday 16th July 2022
Join Shelly Summers as she shares her journey through her son's addiction, using a moral inventory to find purpose and offering hope to struggling families.
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Shelly Summers
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Categories:
Navigating Challenges in Recovery
Family Recovery from Addiction
Recovery Reimagined
Navigating Intimate Relationships
Financial Health in Recovery
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Get the buttons here!Facing the Mirror: A Parent's Honest Reflection on Addiction
A fearless, honest moral inventory should include our good qualities too. It requires seriousness, time and effort. May God give me the courage to change what I can in myself.
Shelly Summers invites you into a deeply personal space as she navigates the turbulent waters of her son's addiction. In this episode, she delves into the concept of a searching and fearless moral inventory, a tool borrowed from Al-Anon's Fourth Step Inventory. Shelly shares her raw and honest reflections on her attitudes and responsibilities, shedding light on both her positive and negative traits.
Through these introspective questions, she reveals how this process has helped her find purpose and meaning amid the chaos of addiction. This episode is more than just a recounting of personal struggles; it's a guide for other parents grappling with similar challenges. Shelly emphasizes the importance of open-mindedness and the willingness to learn, highlighting how these qualities have been crucial in her journey.
She also touches on the traditions of Nar-Anon, offering listeners a glimpse into the supportive community that has been a lifeline for her. Whether you're a parent dealing with a child's addiction or someone seeking insight into the emotional complexities of this journey, Shelly's candid storytelling provides both comfort and hope. Her experience underscores that even in the darkest times, there is a path to self-discovery and healing.
Tune in to hear Shelly's heartfelt narrative and perhaps find a piece of your own story reflected in hers.