2005-04-14 – Step 3: A Hole in the Donut – Letting Go (Series 4: Practicing Specific Steps)

2005-04-14 – Step 3: A Hole in the Donut – Letting Go (Series 4: Practicing Specific Steps)

The 12 Steps and Buddhism - from Judith Ragir and others

Talk about the 12 Steps and Buddhism given as part of a series in 2005-2006. This is part of Series 4: Practicing Specific Steps. Speaker: Judith Ragir License: Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike 4.0 International (CC BY-NC-SA 4.

47:2414 Apr 2005

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Step 3: Embracing Change with Buddhism and the 12 Steps

What happens when you blend the wisdom of Buddhism with the practical steps of addiction recovery? Judith Ragir, a seasoned Zen teacher, takes you on a fascinating journey in this episode. She dives into Step 3 of the 12-Step program, focusing on the theme of 'Letting Go'. Using the metaphor of 'A Hole in the Donut', Judith explores how surrendering control can lead to profound personal growth and freedom from addiction.

With over 40 years of recovery experience and a deep background in Zen teachings, Judith offers a unique perspective that’s both insightful and deeply relatable. She discusses how Buddhist principles like mindfulness and compassion can enhance the process of letting go, making it easier to navigate the challenges of sobriety. This episode is perfect for anyone looking to deepen their understanding of recovery through a spiritual lens.

Whether you're new to Buddhism or well-versed in the 12 Steps, Judith's teachings provide valuable insights that can help you on your journey to a more mindful and fulfilling life. Tune in to discover how embracing change and letting go can transform your approach to recovery.

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