"i am an alcoholic"
"i am an alcoholic"
Step 3: 12&12
Step 3: 12&12
Step 3: 12&12
Sunday 28th July 2019
Ilya explores Step 3 in '12 Steps of Recovery', focusing on surrendering to a higher power and overcoming self-will. Tune in for insights and guidance.
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Get the buttons here!Embracing Step 3: Trusting a Higher Power in Recovery
If you've discovered now and you believe now that you're the problem, you have a disease, but you're the problem, and the higher power is the solution, and more self-righteous willpower is going to get you to where you want to be, then you need to continue to suffer before you're willing to move forward with the third step decision.
How do you truly let go and trust a higher power when battling addiction? This episode of '12 Steps of Recovery' tackles Step 3, which asks individuals to turn their will and lives over to the care of God as they understand Him. Host Ilya dives into the continuous nature of this step, stressing that it's not a one-time decision but an ongoing journey.
He shares his own struggles with self-will and how embracing Steps 4 through 10 helped him find peace and guidance. Ilya highlights the significance of the Third Step Prayer, explaining that it's more than just words—it's a way to open oneself up to a higher power. He also addresses common misconceptions about surrender, clarifying that it doesn't mean losing autonomy or becoming passive. Instead, it's about recognizing one's limitations and seeking help from something greater.
Finding a sponsor is another key topic in this episode. Ilya underscores the importance of having someone who has walked the path before you, not as a therapist or friend, but as a guide through the steps. He also discusses the challenge of overcoming self-righteousness, a common barrier for many in recovery. By acknowledging one's limitations and being open-minded, individuals can make significant strides in their journey.
The episode wraps up with a call to action: keep listening, stay open-minded, and continue working on your recovery. Ilya emphasizes the power of listening—not just to the podcast but to others in recovery—as a crucial component of growth and sobriety.