Finding Connection: Chris Shea on Holistic Recovery
Besides the craving for the drug or the drink, whatever it may have been, there also was that yearning, that craving in a sense for what is deeper, what is about me, that I need to find.
Ever feel like you're stuck in a cycle of isolation? You're not alone. In this episode of 'Spirit of Recovery', hosts Rev. Dan Beckett and Rev. Michelle Vargas sit down with Chris Shea, M.A., CRAT, CAC-AD, to discuss how breaking free from isolation is key to recovery. Chris, an addiction counselor and campus minister, shares his unique approach that blends Cognitive Behavioral Therapy with spiritual principles.
This conversation dives into how connecting with oneself, a Higher Power, and others can be transformative. Chris emphasizes living in the present moment and finding oneself through spirituality. The episode covers practical spiritual practices like meditation and prayer, and highlights the importance of community in recovery.
Chris puts it best: 'Besides the craving for the drug or the drink, there also was that yearning, that craving in a sense for what is deeper, what is about me, that I need to find'. Tune in for a heartfelt discussion filled with actionable tips for managing stress and anxiety while fostering meaningful connections.