Bill Vineyard

The Recovery Effect Podcast

Bill Vineyard

  • 024 - Our Greatest Enemy, Part 2

024 - Our Greatest Enemy, Part 2

Saturday 26th August 2017

Bill Vineyard discusses surrendering and overcoming the ego in addiction recovery on 'The Recovery Effect Podcast'.
26 minutes
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The Recovery Effect Podcast
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Bill Vineyard
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Defeating the Ego: A Crucial Step in Sobriety with Bill Vineyard

And until that ego is reduced or defeated, they're not ever going to get sober.
Ever wondered why surrendering is so pivotal in the journey to sobriety? In this episode of 'The Recovery Effect Podcast', Bill Vineyard dives deep into this question, offering insights from his 37+ years as an alcohol and drug counselor. Bill unpacks the concept of surrendering, explaining how it plays a critical role in overcoming addiction. He emphasizes that the ego, often a relentless adversary in recovery, must be tamed to achieve lasting sobriety.
With a mix of personal anecdotes and professional wisdom, Bill discusses how crises present opportunities for surrender and why self-discipline and adherence to principles are non-negotiable for success. This episode is a treasure trove of practical advice and spiritual guidance for anyone on the path to recovery or supporting someone who is. Tune in to learn how to conquer your ego and embrace a disciplined, fulfilling life.
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