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You are Not Alone: Joining "The Great We" of Recovery
You are Not Alone: Joining "The Great We" of Recovery
You are Not Alone: Joining "The Great We" of Recovery
Thursday 12th January 2023
Discover the power of community and connection in recovery with insights from Thérèse Jacobs-Stewart on 'Recovery Road'.
12 minutes
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Sobriety Toolkit
Creative Recovery Journeys
Mindfulness & Emotional Wellbeing
Navigating Challenges in Recovery
Healing Relationships
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Get the buttons here!Finding Strength in Unity: Embracing the 'We' of Recovery
Recovery includes healing our ability to have relationships. It starts by being honest about our brokenness and embracing the truth that we're part of a fellowship of people who share our hurts as well as our hopes.
Feeling alone in your recovery journey? This episode of 'Recovery Road' might be just what you need. Host William C. Moyers dives into the essence of community and connection in the path to sobriety. Featuring an excerpt from Thérèse Jacobs-Stewart's book *Mindfulness and the 12 Steps*, the episode sheds light on the first word of the Twelve Steps: 'we'.
Jacobs-Stewart argues that this simple word holds profound significance, highlighting the importance of communal support and spiritual resources for a healthy recovery. Drawing from her personal experiences and a rich background in psychology and spirituality, Jacobs-Stewart shares how mindfulness can bridge the gap between isolation and connection. She believes that acknowledging our pain and admitting our brokenness are crucial steps toward healing. By doing so, we open ourselves up to the strength and wisdom of a supportive fellowship.
The episode also touches on the Buddhist concept of interbeing, which emphasizes the interconnectedness of all life. Jacobs-Stewart recounts the story of Gautam's enlightenment, where he realized he was part of a greater whole. Similarly, walking into a Twelve-Step meeting can be a moment of awakening, where we understand that we are not alone but part of a larger community.
Jacobs-Stewart introduces a mindfulness practice called 'resting in the field of awakened ones', aimed at helping us connect with the collective strength of recovering individuals, past and present. By admitting our powerlessness over substances and other people's choices, we can find solace in the 'great we' of the Twelve Steps. If you're struggling with feelings of isolation or looking to deepen your sense of community in recovery, this episode offers valuable insights.
Tune in to discover how embracing connection can transform your recovery journey.