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#269 Accepting Success or Failure (Dec. 26th) - Joel Gough (Leesburg, VA)
#269 Accepting Success or Failure (Dec. 26th) - Joel Gough (Leesburg, VA)
#269 Accepting Success or Failure (Dec. 26th) - Joel Gough (Leesburg, VA)
Sunday 26th December 2021
Joel Gough discusses his path to sobriety and how he learned to embrace both success and failure on the Daily Reflection Podcast.
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Get the buttons here!Joel Gough on Embracing Life's Ups and Downs in Sobriety
Because what's being taught to me on the spiritual path is that just because I follow a maybe a spiritual path or live by the best principles I possibly can in life, it doesn't mean things are not going to touch me, seeming problems.
Ever felt like the highs and lows of life are too much to handle? Joel Gough from Leesburg, VA, knows that feeling all too well. In this episode of the Daily Reflection Podcast, Joel opens up about his journey towards sobriety and how he learned to accept both success and failure. Growing up, Joel often felt isolated and turned to alcohol as a coping mechanism. This only deepened his sense of disconnection.
It wasn’t until a higher power intervened and led him to the rooms of Alcoholics Anonymous that he realized he needed help. Joel shares the hurdles he faced in coming to terms with success and failure during his recovery. He explains how working through the Twelve Steps helped him shift his mindset and find balance. Acceptance became a key part of his journey, allowing him to manage life's challenges with courage and serenity.
Joel also highlights the crucial role of community support in his recovery, emphasizing how connecting with others brought him freedom and joy. If you’re navigating the rollercoaster of recovery or supporting someone who is, Joel’s story offers valuable insights and hope.