20250517 - SW 32 Step 2 Superstitions20250517 - SW 32 Step 2 Superstitions
Love Your Life, with Randy Mermell
Randy Mermell is an international coach, speaker, and podcaster. Randy helps people live happy and purposeful lives. Drawing from his own experience from 20 years of happy marriage, raising two daughters, and his success as an entrepreneur, he has helped others get through all types of professional and personal challenges, including love, marriage, children, jobs, and finding passion in everything we do. With over 28 years of sobriety, and success in his own life overcoming low self-esteem, addictions to alcohol, drugs, cigarettes, and coffee Randy draws on his real-life experience to lead meditation and recovery retreats internationally.
55:42•12 Jul 2025
20250517 - SW 32 Step 2 Superstitions
Episode Overview
- Meditation begins with a focus on a golden ball of energy.
- The third step prayer fosters connection with a higher power.
- Overcoming the 'mind-powered disease' through spiritual growth.
- Abandoning old ideas is crucial for personal development.
- The journey of spiritual growth involves patience and openness.
“You're on this meeting, everyone. You're a fucking miracle.”
In a recent podcast episode, listeners are guided through the process of meditation and the third step prayer, which is a pivotal part of spiritual growth. The episode begins with an encouragement to visualize a golden ball of energy within one's chest, setting the stage for the meditation and prayer that follows. This visualization is accompanied by the suggestion to maintain a smile, creating a positive and open mindset.
The third step prayer is introduced with an emphasis on connecting with a higher power, which may be referred to as God, infinite intelligence, or any other term that resonates personally. The prayer is broken down into lines, each followed by reflective breathing, allowing for a deeper contemplation of one's relationship with this higher force. The discussion highlights the importance of offering oneself to this power, including all fears, hopes, and ambitions.
A significant topic explored is the concept of 'mind-powered disease,' a term used to describe the restless, fault-finding, and opinionated nature of the mind that can lead to discomfort and potentially destructive behaviors. The podcast emphasizes the need to treat this disease through spiritual practices, lest it drive one to harmful actions. Throughout the episode, the speaker shares personal insights on the importance of abandoning old ideas that can be ruinous.
Step one of spiritual growth teaches the necessity of letting go of these outdated notions, while step two involves taking a leap of faith. This leap can lead to intuitive thoughts or advice from others that aid in resolving life's challenges. The episode concludes with the serenity prayer, a staple in spiritual meetings, which calls for acceptance, courage, and wisdom. The host, Randy Mermell, expresses gratitude to the participants and underscores the miraculous nature of their presence in the meeting.
This heartfelt conclusion reinforces the episode's themes of hope, reflection, and the transformative power of spiritual practices.
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