In this episode, the hosts discuss step 12 of recovery and the importance of practicing the principles of this step. They share personal experiences of their own spiritual awakenings and how it has impacted their recovery journey. They also touch on the concept of altruism and the personal growth and spiritual development that comes from helping others. The hosts explore the idea of selfless acts and whether they truly exist. The conversation explores the concept of selfless acts and the wrong motives behind them. It emphasizes the importance of doing good deeds for the right reasons, without expecting anything in return. The discussion also touches on personal growth and the role of the 12 steps in bringing about positive change. The idea of finding purpose in life is explored, with the understanding that purpose can be found in everyday actions and interactions. The conversation concludes with a discussion on setting boundaries and preventing relapse in recovery.

 

A mainstay of our recovery stories is being completely honest with our support teams but, most importantly, honest with ourselves. How do we do that?

The answer is simple: we journal about our experiences, ideas, and goals. If you are anything like us, that means you journal A LOT and take a bunch of notes, so don't you deserve a great writing instrument?

We think you do, and so does the sponsor of the Awake and Sober Podcast Tactile Turn.  If you have yet to use a Tactile Turn pen, let's be honest: are you even writing?!?

 

 

00:00 Introduction and Shout Outs
02:39 Discussing Step 12 and Introducing Guest
03:40 Guest's Role as the Poster Child for Step 12
08:47 Sharing Personal Experiences of Spiritual Awakening
13:06 The Importance of Step 12 in Recovery
16:48 The Practice of Step 12 and Preventing Relapse
19:14 Personal Growth and Spiritual Development in Step 12
23:30 Awakening vs Experience in Step 12
26:28 The Role of Step 12 in Maintaining Sobriety
30:34 Practicing the Principles of Step 12
32:27 Exploring Altruism and Selfless Acts
34:02 Selfless Acts and Wrong Motives
36:51 Personal Growth through the 12 Steps
39:17 Finding Purpose in Everyday Actions
44:29 Setting Boundaries to Prevent Relapse
57:31 Spreading the Message of Recovery through Example