Aligning Your Life: A Journey to Spiritual Recovery
Episode Overview
Alignment with spiritual principles can aid recovery. Love and compassion are powerful forces for healing. Finding a higher power is a personal journey. Emotional expression, like crying, can foster spiritual connection. Reflecting on personal alignments can transform one's path to sobriety.
"What's the opposite of addiction? Connection."
What makes a recovery story truly inspiring? In this episode of The Gathering With Roger B., you'll explore the concept of alignment and how it plays a crucial role in recovery. Roger B., with over 43 years of recovery experience, dives into spiritual principles that guide the 12 Steps, drawing from wisdom texts and personal experiences. He shares a touching story of a blind elephant and a dog forming an unlikely bond, illustrating the power of love and compassion.
This leads into a discussion about aligning oneself with higher principles rather than worldly success. Roger challenges listeners to reflect on what they are truly connected to—money, fear, or something more divine? The episode includes a robust group discussion where participants share their personal battles with alignment and the journey to find a higher power that resonates with them. Gwen and Kirsten share emotional stories about the healing power of tears and the deep connection it fosters with their spirituality.
The episode encourages listeners to question their alignments and consider how these choices impact their recovery and personal growth. Whether you're in recovery or seeking more meaningful connections in life, this episode offers profound reflections on aligning with values that truly matter. So, what are you aligning with today? Join the conversation and discover how alignment can transform your path to sobriety.