Finding Strength in Adversity: The Role of Pain in Spiritual Recovery
The thing about pain and humiliation is: we've been taught to avoid pain and humiliation. And to avoid humiliation means not looking like a fool, right. But the pathway to like character building and learning something new is to look like a fucking fool, right.
Ever thought about how pain can be a stepping stone to personal growth? In this episode of THEUDRCAST, Bill Ward, a seasoned Recovery Activist and Mentor, unpacks the complex journey of spiritual recovery. Bill talks about how sometimes what we perceive as bad for us is actually a part of God's plan to build our character. He dives into the significance of humility and vulnerability, stressing that these qualities are essential for genuine recovery and spiritual awakening.
Bill also takes a closer look at Steps Six and Seven from the Big Book, explaining how they differ and why they're crucial in overcoming complacency and self-satisfaction. He doesn't shy away from discussing the tough parts, like how pain and humiliation can be transformative experiences. By finding God in both the highs and lows, Bill believes that anyone can achieve growth and healing.
If you're on a recovery journey or supporting someone who is, this episode offers valuable insights that might just change your perspective.