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From Brokenness to Wholeness: TJ Woodward's Conscious Recovery Journey

From Brokenness to Wholeness: TJ Woodward's Conscious Recovery Journey

Update: 2025-05-24
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In this episode, Craig welcomes TJ Woodward, author, speaker, and founder of the Conscious Recovery Model, who shares his journey of spiritual awakening and offers a fresh perspective on addiction recovery, emphasizing self-love and the reclamation of one's essential self.

Here’s a glimpse into the profound insights you can expect:

  • The Thief in the Empty Room: TJ shares his interpretation of the podcast's namesake koan, viewing it through the lens of recovery and the idea that true peace comes from within, not from external pursuits.

    • From Brokenness to Breakthrough: Hear TJ's personal story, including his early experiences of feeling disconnected, his journey through addiction, and the transformative moment that led him to a spiritual path and the development of Conscious Recovery.
    • Unlearning Shame: Explore TJ's emphasis on unlearning shame and connecting with the "essential self" as a core component of recovery, and how this approach differs from traditional models.
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    From Brokenness to Wholeness: TJ Woodward's Conscious Recovery Journey

    From Brokenness to Wholeness: TJ Woodward's Conscious Recovery Journey

    Craig French