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The Company You Keep - The Friend You Can't Keep - Mark Beebe
The Company You Keep - The Friend You Can't Keep - Mark Beebe
The Company You Keep - The Friend You Can't Keep - Mark Beebe
Friday 12th May 2023
Mark Beebe explores how friendships can influence recovery, stressing the importance of honest and supportive relationships in 'Recovery at Cokesbury'.
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Episode Overview
- Highlighting the impact of friends who avoid acknowledging struggles and pain
- Emphasising the value of seeking out truth-tellers in the recovery journey
- Encouraging listeners to prioritise rigorous honesty and growth in their support systems
The friend who cannot see sees discord and disagreement as bad. How does a friend who cannot see see themselves? Well, they see themselves as being loyal, even while they're not telling you the truth. They see themselves as being compassionate even though compassionate doesn't mean truthful. They see themselves as being good because they're not being mean to you and they're telling you what you wanna hear.
In this episode of 'Recovery at Cokesbury', host Mark Beebe tackles a topic that's close to the heart of anyone on a recovery journey: the influence of the company you keep. Have you ever wondered how much your friends impact your path to sobriety? Mark opens up about his own experiences with friends who shy away from addressing their struggles, leading to cycles of codependency and stagnation.
He emphasizes the necessity of surrounding yourself with people who aren't afraid to speak the truth, even when it's hard to hear. These 'truth-tellers' can be a crucial part of your support system, helping you stay honest and focused on your growth. This episode dives into the challenges of maintaining friendships that avoid confronting pain and the importance of seeking out relationships that encourage rigorous honesty and personal development.
Whether you're in recovery or supporting someone who is, Mark's insights offer valuable guidance on fostering connections that truly aid in healing and growth.