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Step 10: When Being Right Feels Wrong
Step 10: When Being Right Feels Wrong
Step 10: When Being Right Feels Wrong
Friday 11th April 2025
Joe discusses Step 10 of the 12-step program, exploring righteous anger, resentment, and the importance of ongoing self-awareness in recovery.
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Episode Overview
- Step 10 involves ongoing self-inventory and promptly admitting when you're wrong.
- Sometimes it's about recognising when you're right and still needing to step back.
- Righteous anger and resentment can be dangerous for maintaining sobriety.
- The serenity prayer is a key tool for managing emotions.
- Self-awareness and daily reflection are crucial for long-term recovery.
It's progress, not perfection. I've realised through the years that I am an addict. And that's the way I'm made.
In this episode of Blindsight, host Bill Lundgrin welcomes his longtime friend Joe, a retired physician with 34 years of personal recovery experience. They dive into the complexities of Step 10 in the 12-step program: 'Continued to take personal inventory and when we were wrong, promptly admitted it.' But Joe brings an intriguing twist to the discussion by highlighting that it's not just about admitting when you're wrong—sometimes it's about recognising when you're right and still need to step back.
This episode unpacks the tricky territory of righteous anger, resentment, and the dangers of spiritual pride, especially in a divided world. Joe shares his personal struggles with maintaining serenity in the face of justified anger and offers practical advice on how to avoid falling into the trap of righteous indignation. He emphasises the importance of the serenity prayer and ongoing self-awareness to keep oneself grounded.
With a mix of humour and raw honesty, Joe's insights provide valuable lessons for anyone navigating the challenges of addiction recovery. If you've ever struggled with holding onto anger or feeling justified in your resentment, this episode offers a refreshing perspective on how to maintain peace and sobriety.