Re-Learning How to Live: A Vaccine for Addiction
Episode Overview
Recognise emotional germs that can lead to serious issues. Practice daily habits to vaccinate against harmful behaviours. Use faith and spirituality as tools for transformation. Make positive changes and forgive others to improve relationships. Find significance in serving others to counter depression.
You are not your mistakes. You are not your struggles. And you are here now with the power to shape your day and your future
In this episode of The Next Right STEPS podcast, the focus is on re-learning how to live to prevent addiction and harmful habits from taking over your life. Steve C. Ward introduces the concept of emotional germs, which can lead to serious issues like control, anger, and substance abuse if left unchecked. You'll hear about a unique life improvement program that has helped millions but remains largely unknown.
The episode dives into five steps that act as a 'vaccine' against common emotional and behavioural issues: surrender, transformation, empathy, progress, and service. Each step is designed to tackle specific problems such as entitlement, pride, resentment, impulsivity, and depression. By practising these steps daily, you can build a more peaceful and purposeful life. Steve also emphasises the importance of faith and spirituality in this transformative process.
The episode is packed with practical advice on how to make positive changes, forgive others, and find significance in serving those around you. Whether you're struggling with addiction or just looking for ways to improve your mental health, this episode offers valuable insights and actionable steps to help you on your journey.