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When in Doubt, Focus Out
When in Doubt, Focus Out
When in Doubt, Focus Out
Wednesday 18th April 2012
Ray Nelson reveals how focusing on service helped him overcome addiction. Join 'Spirit of Recovery' for insights on community and spiritual growth.
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Get the buttons here!Ray Nelson's Journey: Finding Strength in Service on Spirit of Recovery
When in doubt, focus out. Focusing on somebody else allows me to pull myself out of that until I'm able to then do some more of the inner work to discover why the heck was I thinking that in the first place?
What happens when doubt creeps in during recovery? For Ray Nelson, a Unity minister with 17 years of sobriety, the answer lies in service. In this episode of 'Spirit of Recovery', hosts Rev. Dan Beckett and Rev. Michelle Vargas welcome Ray to share his transformative journey. His mantra, 'When in doubt, focus out', encapsulates the idea that helping others can be a powerful antidote to personal struggles.
Ray opens up about his path to recovery, including a life-changing cardiac event that pushed him to confront his alcoholism. He found solace and support in community meetings, especially those with others facing similar challenges. Through these connections, he embraced his addiction and started to heal. The episode dives into how Ray uses service as a cornerstone of his recovery. By turning his attention outward and assisting others, he finds the strength to overcome his own negative thoughts and behaviors.
This act of giving not only aids those he helps but also provides him with a sense of purpose and clarity. Throughout the discussion, the hosts and Ray emphasize the importance of community in the recovery process. They explore the unique hurdles faced by individuals battling addiction and highlight how spiritual growth can offer a path to healing.
The conversation is filled with practical advice and heartfelt stories, making it a valuable listen for anyone on their own recovery journey or supporting a loved one. Ray's story is a poignant reminder that we are not alone in our struggles. By focusing on service and community, we can find solutions and strength even in our darkest times.