Integrating Buddhism and the 12 Steps: A Journey with Judith Ragir
Episode Overview
Combining Buddhism and the 12 Steps can offer a holistic approach to recovery. Daily spiritual routines help anchor us through life's challenges. Cultivating kindness and self-love is essential for long-term recovery. Understanding interconnectedness can transform your perspective on life. Spiritual awakening often involves both gradual work and sudden insights.
Our whole attitude and outlook on life will change, and we will know a new freedom and a new happiness
Judith Ragir, a seasoned Zen teacher and recovery veteran, dives into Step 12 of integrating the 12 Steps and Buddhism in this episode. With over 40 years of experience in both fields, Judith offers a unique perspective on how spiritual awakening can transform one's life. She shares her journey from struggling with addiction in the bustling streets of New York City to finding peace through Buddhism and the 12 Steps.
Judith explains how these practices have helped her cultivate kindness, self-love, and a stable spiritual foundation. She highlights the importance of daily spiritual routines and how they anchor us through life's ups and downs. Judith also touches on the interconnectedness of all beings, a core Buddhist principle, and how it has influenced her recovery. This episode is filled with practical advice, personal anecdotes, and profound reflections that make it a must-listen for anyone on a recovery journey.
Whether you're new to the 12 Steps or a seasoned practitioner, Judith's insights offer valuable lessons on living a balanced, fulfilling life. So, if you're looking for a fresh take on recovery that blends ancient wisdom with modern practices, this episode is for you.