Letting Go of Resentment: A 5-Minute Meditation for Step 9
So much of the program is about me being willing, not only with resentments, but about other things too.
Forgiveness can be one of the toughest parts of the recovery journey, especially when it comes to making amends. In this episode of 'Sober Meditations', Buddy C. offers a gentle, five-minute meditation designed to help you navigate the emotional terrain of Step 9. Buddy, a recovering alcoholic with a wealth of experience, shares his insights on overcoming common hesitations, like letting go of deep-seated resentments.
He emphasizes the necessity of being willing to go to any length to make amends, sometimes even requiring prayer to muster that willingness. Buddy's open-minded approach encourages listeners to embrace honesty, take the advice of a sponsor, and keep an open heart. By focusing on these principles, you'll find the strength to move past resentment and towards a more forgiving and peaceful state of mind.
This meditation wraps up with a prompt to jot down any thoughts or feelings that surfaced and to seek opportunities to show kindness throughout your day. If you're wrestling with the challenges of making amends, this episode offers a brief but powerful guide to finding your way forward.