Take 12 Recovery Radio
Take 12 Recovery Radio
Someone Who Sees Us Differently
Someone Who Sees Us Differently
Someone Who Sees Us Differently
Wednesday 4th October 2017
Monty'man discusses how compassion and faith can transform self-perception and aid in addiction recovery on 'Take 12 Recovery Radio'.
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Get the buttons here!Seeing Beyond the Stigma: Compassion's Role in Recovery
It is foundational to our healing for someone to see us with compassion. We need someone to see us as we are and to respond to us with emotional warmth and genuine concern.
Ever felt judged or misunderstood in your recovery journey? You’re not alone. In this touching episode of 'Take 12 Recovery Radio', Monty Dale Meyer, affectionately known as the Monty'man, tackles the vital role of compassion in addiction recovery. Drawing from his own experiences and the teachings of the National Association for Christian Recovery, Monty delves into how seeing ourselves differently can spark profound healing.
He begins by sharing a passage from the book of Matthew, where Jesus shows compassion to a crowd, healing their sick. This, Monty explains, is a cornerstone for our own recovery. Often, we are our harshest critics, but finding someone who sees us with empathy can be life-changing. Monty highlights how faith plays a crucial role in this process, reminding us that God’s compassion is ever-present, even when we feel invisible and rejected.
Through heartfelt discussions and personal anecdotes, Monty explores the power of emotional warmth and genuine concern in overcoming shame and self-condemnation. He emphasizes that healing often happens within the context of community and personal attention. Whether you're struggling with addiction or supporting someone who is, this episode offers a relatable and inspiring message of hope and transformation.