Spiritual Bizarre
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Buddhist, Chodo Campbell's Story of Addiction & Recovery • Ep. 12
Buddhist, Chodo Campbell's Story of Addiction & Recovery • Ep. 12
Buddhist, Chodo Campbell's Story of Addiction & Recovery • Ep. 12
Monday 25th July 2016
Sensei Robert Chodo Campbell reveals his path from addiction to recovery using Buddhism and meditation. Gain inspiration from his transformative journey.
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Get the buttons here!Chodo Campbell: From Addiction to Enlightenment Through Buddhism
The reality of this life is: yeah, there's suffering... but this suffering is really nothing compared to what some people are going through in the world.
Sensei Robert Chodo Campbell, co-founder of the Zen Center for Contemplative Care, opens up about his tumultuous journey through addiction and recovery in this episode of Spiritual Bizarre's Podcast. Chodo's story is one of deep pain, marked by depression, alcoholism, and drug addiction. However, it is also a tale of remarkable transformation through the power of Buddhism and meditation.
Chodo recounts his early years filled with self-destruction and how he found a lifeline in a twelve-step program that eventually led him to a spiritual awakening. Introduced to Buddhist principles and meditation by his future teacher, Chodo began to unravel the knots of guilt and shame that had bound him for so long. He emphasizes the pivotal role of self-compassion and forgiveness in his healing process, sharing candidly about confronting his character defects and judgmental thoughts.
Through his Buddhist practice, he discovered compassion not just for himself but for others as well. This episode dives into the concept of suffering, with Chodo explaining how acknowledging it as a part of life can transform one's perspective. Meditation and mindfulness practices became tools for him to navigate his experiences differently. Chodo also highlights the importance of community and taking action, discussing his work at the Zen Center for Contemplative Care, which focuses on meditation, education, and direct service.
This episode is a heartfelt exploration of how spiritual practices can be a cornerstone in the recovery journey. Chodo’s reflections offer valuable insights into the power of community support, the necessity of self-love, and the transformative potential of mindfulness and meditation.