Transformation Talk Radio
Transformation Talk Radio
The Spiritual Side of Recovery with Reverend Carrie Fraser
The Spiritual Side of Recovery with Reverend Carrie Fraser
The Spiritual Side of Recovery with Reverend Carrie Fraser
Wednesday 14th July 2021
Explore how spirituality supports long-term recovery with Ellen Stewart and Reverend Carrie Fraser on 'Recovery Recharged'. Practical tips and insights await.
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Get the buttons here!Finding Strength in Spirituality: A Conversation with Reverend Carrie Fraser
If we look at our spiritual life as being our life force, then, however, I nurture that life force is my spiritual life, and I don't have to tie it to any formal language of that.
Ever wondered how spirituality can play a role in recovery? In this episode of 'Recovery Recharged', Ellen Stewart, also known as Pushy Broad from the Bronx, sits down with Reverend Carrie Fraser to explore this very topic. Reverend Fraser, a spiritual director, shares her wisdom on how spiritual practices can support long-term recovery from substance misuse. She emphasizes that spirituality is deeply personal and doesn't have to be tied to any formal religion.
According to her, nurturing your life force in any way that feels right to you is what spirituality is all about. The episode dives into practical ways to incorporate spirituality into your recovery journey. Reverend Fraser talks about the value of having a spiritual director—a safe space where individuals can explore their spirituality without it being linked to their clinical treatment.
This approach helps people find new ways to navigate sober living and cope with the challenges that come with it. One intriguing part of the discussion revolves around the 'We Agnostics' chapter in the AA Big Book. Reverend Fraser offers her take on how this chapter invites individuals to explore spirituality in a way that resonates with them personally. She also touches on the concept of a higher power and the importance of trusting one's intuition during early recovery.
For those who have had negative experiences with religion, she suggests finding new ways to approach spirituality, whether through meditation, reading, or even joining a book club. Reverend Fraser's insights are not just theoretical; they are practical and actionable. She encourages listeners to turn any activity they are passionate about into a spiritual practice if it helps them on their recovery journey.
Whether it's through traditional methods or more unconventional ones, the goal is to find what works best for you. This episode is a treasure trove of advice and encouragement for anyone looking to incorporate spirituality into their recovery process. Tune in to gain a fresh perspective and perhaps find some new tools to help you on your path to sobriety.