Finding True Freedom: Step 8 Meditation with Buddy C
There is real freedom in acknowledging the harm that we've done to others. What we find is that the real harm was to ourselves, and I can heal that harm by mending the harm that I did to others.
Imagine finally feeling free after years of battling addiction. In this episode of 'Sober Meditations', Buddy C takes you on a 10-minute journey into Step 8 of alcohol recovery. This meditation focuses on the liberating experience of acknowledging the harm you've done and starting to make amends. Buddy C, who has been sober since 2008 after numerous relapses and a near-death experience from pancreatitis, shares his personal insights and practical tools for finding freedom in recovery.
Step 8 can feel like a daunting task, but Buddy C breaks it down into manageable steps. Through techniques of acceptance and gratitude, you'll learn how to take responsibility for your actions without being overwhelmed by guilt or shame. This meditation is not just about self-healing; it's about creating a ripple effect of positive change in your relationships and community.
Buddy C's open-minded approach to recovery, which includes principles from AA and Taoism, offers a fresh perspective that can resonate with anyone on their sobriety journey. Whether you're new to recovery or have been on this path for years, this episode provides valuable insights and practical advice to help you move forward. So, if you're ready to find true freedom and make meaningful amends, join Buddy C in this transformative meditation.
It's a small step that can lead to big changes in your life and the lives of those around you.