Gerald Chambers
Gerald Chambers
What's the Difference Between Spirituality and Religion?
What's the Difference Between Spirituality and Religion?
What's the Difference Between Spirituality and Religion?
Monday 20th September 2021
Gerald, Vickie, and Maurice discuss spirituality vs. religion in recovery, sharing personal stories and practical advice on 'Living Recovery'.
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46 minutes
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Gerald Chambers
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Recovery Reimagined
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
Empowering Recovery Journeys
Creative Recovery Journeys
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
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Get the buttons here!Spirituality vs. Religion: Finding Your Path in Recovery
We each have our own ability to choose what the god of our understanding will be or not, you know, and so that is the gift that offers all of us.
Ever wondered how spirituality differs from religion, especially when it comes to recovery? In this episode of 'Living Recovery', host Gerald Chambers sits down with Vickie L. and Maurice G. to unpack this very question. They dive into how embracing a power greater than oneself can be a game-changer in overcoming addiction. Vickie L. shares her inspiring story of living with HIV and how connecting with something beyond her circumstances helped her rebuild her life.
The trio also touches on the disease concept of addiction, highlighting how it can warp one's outlook and personality. Gerald emphasizes the importance of building a non-threatening relationship with your own feelings and steering clear of actions that lead to self-loathing. Wrapping up, they discuss the freedom and empowerment that comes from choosing your own understanding of a higher power, making spirituality a personal journey.
This episode is packed with heartfelt stories and practical advice, making it a must-listen for anyone navigating the complexities of recovery.