Ashes To Rubies
Ashes To Rubies
"Complacency" Mornin Devos
"Complacency" Mornin Devos
"Complacency" Mornin Devos
Friday 15th July 2022
Tune into Ashes to Rubies for a candid discussion on spotting and overcoming complacency in addiction recovery. Empathy meets actionable advice.
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Get the buttons here!Battling Complacency: A Candid Chat on Addiction Recovery with Ashes to Rubies
Complacency simply means we're sure we're right, taking it for granted that our view couldn't possibly be wrong. It means judging others by what we think is right.To have things my way, I will keep my ears and my mind open to the idea of ideas of others, even when they don't square with mine.
Picture this: you're on the path to recovery, making strides, and then suddenly, you hit a wall. That's complacency sneaking in. In this episode of 'Ashes to Rubies: Addiction to Connection', the hosts dive into the sneaky nature of complacency and its potential to derail progress in addiction recovery. They share their personal battles with this all-too-common hurdle, offering a raw and relatable perspective that many will find comforting and eye-opening.
The conversation kicks off with the hosts reflecting on their own moments of complacency, those times when they felt like they were coasting instead of actively working on their recovery. It's a candid look at how easy it is to fall into a comfort zone and the dangers that lurk there. They stress the importance of staying vigilant and continuously pushing oneself, even when it feels like things are going well.
One of the key takeaways from this episode is the role of open-mindedness. The hosts emphasize that being willing to listen to others' ideas, even if they don't match your own, can be a powerful tool in combating complacency. They also touch on the tricky issue of denial—how it can mask complacency and make it harder to recognize when you're slipping. Conflict resolution in relationships also gets a spotlight.
The hosts discuss how unresolved conflicts can feed into complacency and how healthy communication can help keep you on track. They advocate for being able to disagree without creating division, a skill that's crucial not just in recovery but in life overall. This episode isn't just about identifying the problem; it's about finding practical solutions and maintaining momentum on the recovery journey.
It's a heartfelt, engaging conversation that offers both empathy and actionable advice for anyone facing the challenge of complacency.