THUDRCAST - UNCOVER - DISCOVER - RECOVER (Taking ACTION towards your best self)
THUDRCAST - UNCOVER - DISCOVER - RECOVER (Taking ACTION towards your best self)
THE UDR CAST: E015 w/ Melanie J
THE UDR CAST: E015 w/ Melanie J
THE UDR CAST: E015 w/ Melanie J
Thursday 1st July 2021
Listen to Melanie J's inspiring story of overcoming addiction through spiritual recovery on THEUDRCAST with Bill Ward.
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71 minutes
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Empowering
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THUDRCAST - UNCOVER - DISCOVER - RECOVER (Taking ACTION towards your best self)
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Sobriety Toolkit
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Creative Recovery Journeys
Financial Health in Recovery
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
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Get the buttons here!Melanie J's Journey: Finding Hope in Spiritual Recovery
This program and this power outside ourselves and bigger than us is available to all of us, regardless of whether you think you're worth it, regardless of whether you think you can do it.
In this compelling episode of THEUDRCAST, Bill Ward sits down with Melanie J, who opens up about her remarkable journey from the depths of addiction to a life filled with purpose and meaning. Melanie's story begins with her early struggles with alcohol and the desperate search for validation through manipulation and self-destructive behaviors. She candidly shares how she hit rock bottom, both mentally and spiritually, before finding a path to recovery.
A pivotal moment came when her brother intervened, guiding her towards the 12-step program and a spiritual awakening that changed everything. Throughout their conversation, Bill and Melanie delve into the concept of 'spiritual malady'—a deep-seated sense of emptiness that fuels addictive behaviors. Melanie explains how she used alcohol to escape feelings of loneliness and isolation, leading to a cycle of secrecy and manipulation.
She also highlights the importance of anonymity in recovery, revealing how it allowed her to act out without fear of judgment but ultimately became a barrier she had to overcome. Humility and surrender are recurring themes in Melanie's story. She talks about the necessity of letting go of self-directed recovery efforts and trusting in a higher power to guide her healing process. This shift in perspective was crucial for her, as it is for many who follow the 12-step path.
Melanie's message is one of hope and encouragement. She emphasizes that no one is alone in their struggles with addiction and that true recovery is possible through spiritual means. Her journey serves as an inspiring reminder that even in our darkest moments, there is always a way forward. Tune in to hear Melanie's powerful story and find your own path to spiritual recovery.