Michael L. & Lee M.
Michael L. & Lee M.
#148 Family Obligations (June 11) - Paul L. (Flemington, NJ)
#148 Family Obligations (June 11) - Paul L. (Flemington, NJ)
#148 Family Obligations (June 11) - Paul L. (Flemington, NJ)
Friday 11th June 2021
Paul L. explores balancing family obligations and recovery on the Daily Reflection Podcast. Hear how spirituality and the 12 steps guided his journey.
26 minutes
Inspiring
Empowering
Informative
Hopeful
Encouraging
About this podcast
Author:
Michael L. & Lee M.
Overview:
Categories:
Sobriety Day by Day
Body & Mind
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Creative Recovery Journeys
Financial Health in Recovery
Links:
Visit site
Episodes:
387 (View all)
Do you want to link to this podcast?
Get the buttons here!Balancing Family and Recovery: Paul L.'s Journey on Daily Reflection Podcast
I expect my loved ones to understand, but they cannot. I expect them to see and value my progress, but they don't — unless I show them. Do I neglect their needs and desires for my attention and concern?
How do you juggle family responsibilities while staying committed to your recovery journey? In this episode of the Daily Reflection Podcast, Paul L. from Flemington, NJ, opens up about the delicate balance between family obligations and alcoholism. Paul shares his personal experiences of feeling successful in his recovery program, only to realize that things were falling apart at home. He expected his loved ones to see his progress, but they couldn't—until he started showing them.
Paul dives into the importance of not just saying 'sorry' but making meaningful amends through patience and tolerance. He reflects on whether he's been irritable or boring around his family and questions if he's ever truly 'cleaned house' with them. Through his candid storytelling, Paul illustrates how the 12 steps, spirituality, and meditation have been vital in his journey to overcome alcoholism.
The pandemic posed new challenges, but Paul adapted and found ways to help others while continuing his own recovery. Whether you're new to recovery or looking for some inspiration, Paul's story offers valuable insights into balancing the demands of family life with the commitment to sobriety. Tune in to hear how you can find that balance and make meaningful progress in your own journey.