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12-Step: your questions answered
12-Step: your questions answered
12-Step: your questions answered
Friday 9th May 2025
Bill Lundgren answers questions on surrender, moral inventory, amends, and spiritual connection in the 12-Step Program.
36 minutes
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Mindfulness & Emotional Wellbeing
Sobriety Toolkit
Navigating Intimate Relationships
Navigating Challenges in Recovery
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Episode Overview
- Surrendering control doesn't mean losing yourself.
- Facing your past is a step towards self-acceptance.
- Amends are for personal healing, not guaranteed reconciliation.
- Service to others can deepen spiritual connections.
- You can help others even while you're still healing.
"It's not about patching things up with others; it's about healing yourself."
This episode of Blindsight brings host Bill Lundgren and producer Jonathan Price together to tackle listener questions about the 12-Step Program. With queries ranging from surrendering control to managing spiritual connections, this conversation is a heartfelt exploration of personal struggles. Bill shares anecdotes that highlight the challenges of embracing powerlessness and offers practical advice, like taking a different route home to avoid triggers.
His humorous approach makes the heavy topic more accessible, even likening behavioural change to switching which arm you put in your jacket first. The episode addresses the fear of uncovering truths during Step 4's moral inventory, with Bill reassuring listeners that confronting one's past is a courageous act that leads to self-acceptance. He stresses the importance of forgiving oneself and understanding that change is gradual.
The hosts also discuss making amends in Step 9, emphasising that this process is more about personal healing than patching up relationships. Chris from Seattle raises concerns about connecting with a higher power in Step 11, prompting a discussion on finding peace through service to others. The episode wraps up with Ellie questioning her ability to guide others while still healing herself. Bill encourages embracing vulnerability and helping others as a path to self-discovery.
If you're looking for a candid, relatable discussion on navigating the 12-Step Program, this episode offers a blend of practical tips and emotional support. It's an invitation to reflect on your own journey and consider how these steps might resonate with your personal experiences.