Hosted by Charlie & Jason
Hosted by Charlie & Jason
Confessions of a Christian Alcoholic with Jon Seidl | Episode 461
Confessions of a Christian Alcoholic with Jon Seidl | Episode 461
Confessions of a Christian Alcoholic with Jon Seidl | Episode 461
Sunday 3rd August 2025
Join Jon Seidl in Episode 461 as he shares his journey of overcoming alcohol addiction, embracing faith, and finding spiritual growth.
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Episode Overview
- Recovery involves more than just sobriety; it requires spiritual growth.
- Radical vulnerability is vital in sharing one's recovery story.
- Sobriety is a journey with multiple steps and realizations.
- Childhood trauma can significantly impact addiction recovery.
- Faith plays a crucial role in overcoming addiction.
The best part about recovery is that you get your feelings back.
In Episode 461 of The Way Out Podcast, Jon Seidl opens up about his profound journey toward recovery from alcohol addiction. A self-proclaimed Christian alcoholic, Jon shares the transformative power of faith in his life, detailing how embracing spirituality was pivotal in his sobriety journey. Central to Jon's narrative is the concept of radical vulnerability, which he believes is essential when sharing one's personal story, especially in the context of addiction recovery.
Jon delves into the intricacies of recovery, emphasizing that it involves much more than abstaining from alcohol. For him, recovery is about spiritual growth and finding one's true identity. He discusses the importance of recognizing the multiple steps involved in achieving sobriety, including the critical stages of pre-contemplation and contemplation, which eventually lead to action. A significant factor in Jon's struggles was childhood trauma, specifically the impact of sexual abuse, which he candidly discusses.
This trauma profoundly influenced his addiction and subsequent recovery process. Jon shares how he has learned to navigate these valleys through faith, particularly by practicing radical vulnerability and obedience to spiritual guidance. Throughout the episode, Jon references recovery literature, including Jamie Winship's 'Living Fearless,' which he credits with helping change his perspective on recovery and life. He highlights key advice from recovery, such as the importance of getting to the root of one's issues to effectively address them.
Jon's story serves as a testimony to the power of faith in overcoming addiction, providing hope and inspiration to listeners. His journey underscores the idea that recovery is not just a destination but a continuous process of growth and healing.