Roger B.
Roger B.
#79 This Question of Power
#79 This Question of Power
#79 This Question of Power
Thursday 19th June 2025
Explore the search for true power and fulfillment beyond recovery in this episode featuring rich group sharing and transformative insights.
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56 minutes
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Roger B.
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Sobriety Toolkit
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Spiritual & Personal Growth Journeys
Understanding Addiction & Recovery
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Episode Overview
- Understanding powerlessness in 12-step recovery.
- Exploring biological and spiritual needs.
- The quest for approval and self-worth.
- Embracing spiritual transformation and change.
- Finding peace through letting go and acceptance.
When I'm in the right groove, in the right power, there's just a flow to it. It's not an effort. It's not try harder, it's let go.
In this engaging podcast episode, host Roger B. delves into the profound exploration of power and the search for fulfillment beyond the confines of recovery programs. The discussion begins with the concept of powerlessness, a cornerstone of the 12-step recovery approach, where individuals acknowledge their inability to manage their lives due to addiction or other challenges. This admission is not limited to substance abuse but extends to various aspects of life where power seems elusive.
Roger shares his personal journey, which began in October 1978, as he searched for something beyond what he had known. He highlights the universal nature of these struggles, emphasizing that they are relevant to people in recovery, those with faith-based beliefs, and even those who are atheistic or agnostic. The episode dives deep into the idea that embedded in our DNA are essential biological needs such as security, survival, power, control, perfection, and esteem.
These needs, if unmet during formative years, create voids—both psychological and spiritual—that drive individuals to seek fulfillment in various forms. Roger recounts his quest for approval and self-worth, describing how his first 'drug' was approval. This need stemmed from a feeling of inadequacy and the belief that he was less than others. He explains the lengths to which he went to gain approval, often mutating himself to fit into situations.
As the episode unfolds, listeners are introduced to the concept of spiritual transformation, marked by personality changes. Roger shares insights from his own experience with the 12-step program, including making amends and recognizing how his life choices were intertwined with issues of money and self-worth. Through group sharing, the podcast touches on themes of faith, the power of prayer, and the miracles that can arise from spiritual growth.
Roger emphasizes the importance of letting go, allowing life to flow naturally, and finding joy in the journey. This episode serves as a powerful reminder that true fulfillment lies not in external validation but in inner peace and acceptance. It encourages listeners to embrace their spiritual path, whatever form it may take, and to find comfort in the shared experiences of others.