Recovery HQ
Recovery HQ
We Don't Shoot Our Wounded
We Don't Shoot Our Wounded
We Don't Shoot Our Wounded
Monday 1st May 2023
Join Kirk Waterman on 'Sobriety Rocks' as he discusses the power of compassion in recovery and shares a calming mantra meditation.
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Episode Overview
- The importance of compassion and empathy within the recovery community
- Encouraging practising kindness, even when it may not be reciprocated
- Providing endless chances for healing and growth
- Concluding with a soothing mantra meditation for strength and freedom
- Offering hope and valuable tools for navigating addiction recovery
Recovery is about turning the other cheek when someone hurts you. It's about loving one another and making amends. It's about allowing people as many chances as they need, no matter what they may have done.
Kirk Waterman welcomes you to another heartfelt episode of 'Sobriety Rocks'. This time, he’s diving into the power of compassion within the recovery community. Inspired by Charles Dickens' words, 'No one is useless in this world who lightens the burdens of another', Kirk reflects on his initial misconceptions about sobriety. He once believed that getting clean would mean being surrounded by happy, successful people all the time. Reality, however, painted a different picture.
Sobriety isn't just about personal success; it's about supporting those who are struggling, no matter how many times they fall. Kirk shares poignant stories of helping the broken, the misunderstood, and even those who might seem beyond help. He emphasizes the importance of welcoming everyone with open arms and hearts, highlighting that true happiness and peace come from this shared compassion. The episode wraps up with a calming mantra meditation, designed to provide strength and a sense of freedom.
If you're looking for inspiration and practical advice on fostering empathy and kindness in recovery, this episode is a must-listen.