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The Day I Flushed My Anti-depressants, or "Don't Believe in Yourself" (4)
The Day I Flushed My Anti-depressants, or "Don't Believe in Yourself" (4)
The Day I Flushed My Anti-depressants, or "Don't Believe in Yourself" (4)
Tuesday 2nd January 2024
Discover a raw journey from addiction and antidepressants to spiritual awakening in this episode of 'Why Did Peter Sink?'
38 minutes
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Get the buttons here!Faith Over Self: A Journey from Antidepressants to Spiritual Awakening
Episode Overview
- The failure of 'believe in yourself' mantra and reliance on antidepressants
- Profound reflections on the transformative power of faith and surrender
- Experiences with prayer, scripture, and spiritual awakening
- Raw and honest account of the journey towards true freedom and redemption
- The realization that true recovery lies in seeking God's help
The cure had been to unlearn all that I had ever learned, because once I stopped believing in myself, I believed in God.
Ever felt like the mantra 'Believe in yourself' just doesn’t cut it? In this episode of 'Why Did Peter Sink?', the host takes us through his raw and eye-opening journey from addiction and reliance on antidepressants to discovering the transformative power of faith. He candidly shares how work, money, and even alcohol failed to fill the void, leading him to a spiritual crisis.
On his darkest days, often referred to as 'Black Dog' days by Winston Churchill, he realized that his soul was more sick than his mind or body. This revelation pushed him towards seeking a different kind of help. The episode is a powerful narrative of how surrendering to faith, rather than relying solely on oneself, can lead to true freedom and redemption.
Through personal stories, reflections on prayer, and spiritual awakening, listeners are invited to explore how faith can offer a path out of the darkness. If you’re curious about the intersection of addiction recovery and spirituality, or if you’ve ever questioned the effectiveness of self-reliance in overcoming life’s hurdles, this episode is a must-listen. It's an honest, heartfelt account that sheds light on the healing power of faith.