AFG Steps 9 and 10AFG Steps 9 and 10
Recovery Radio Network
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49:18•2 Jul 2019
The Power of Making Amends: Steps 9 and 10
Episode Overview
- Making amends is about setting things right, not just apologising.
- Approach amends thoughtfully to avoid causing further harm.
- Humility is key to successfully working through Step 9.
- Building stronger relationships can be a result of making amends.
- Self-reflection and personal growth are essential parts of recovery.
“The purpose of making amends is to gain peace of mind by raising our feelings of guilt.”
In this episode of Recovery Radio Network, Susanna dives into the challenges and rewards of working through Steps 9 and 10 of the twelve-step programme. Susanna's candid reflections on her journey with Step 9—making amends—are both humorous and heartfelt. She shares how she initially dreaded the idea of apologising, driven by a desire to appear perfect. Her honesty about sweeping things under the rug (literally and metaphorically) will resonate with anyone who's struggled with admitting their mistakes.
Susanna explains how she came to understand that making amends is about more than just saying sorry; it's about setting things right and finding peace of mind. She discusses the importance of approaching amends thoughtfully, to avoid causing further harm, and how her own journey has helped her build stronger relationships with her family and others she may have hurt. Joan Larson also shares her experiences, highlighting the importance of self-reflection and personal growth in recovery.
Her story about learning to forgive herself and others, and the realisation that everyone is perfectly imperfect, offers a comforting perspective for anyone feeling overwhelmed by their past actions. This episode is a heartfelt exploration of humility, forgiveness, and the transformative power of making amends. Tune in for an honest and relatable discussion that will leave you feeling inspired to tackle your own steps towards recovery.

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