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Derek – What fears did we discover while taking inventory?
Derek – What fears did we discover while taking inventory?
Derek – What fears did we discover while taking inventory?
Friday 27th May 2022
Derek shares his journey through inventory, revealing hidden fears and their impact on recovery. Discover how to identify and manage these fears.
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Episode Overview
- Inventory process starts with resentments, then moves to fears.
- Hidden 'filter fears' can affect all aspects of life.
- Fears influence behaviour more than seeking pleasure.
- Self-reliance is often the root cause of fears.
- Spiritual practices can help manage pervasive fears.
Fear is like an overlay, a filter that I look at life through unless I'm being spiritual.
Ever wondered how fear sneaks into your life and affects your recovery journey? In this episode of the SoberQ podcast, Derek unpacks the inventory process, shedding light on the fears that often lurk beneath resentments. He kicks off by explaining how the inventory process starts with examining resentments, then fears, and sex harms. Derek shares his personal experience of discovering fears through resentment inventory, using humour to describe characters from the Big Book as sitcom-like figures.
It's not just about those obvious fears like spiders or snakes; Derek talks about 'filter fears' that are pervasive across various aspects of life, such as fear of failure or fear of missing out. These fears, he notes, can be paralysing and often operate as a background noise unless addressed spiritually. Derek draws an interesting parallel with sales – people buy to avoid pain rather than seek pleasure, which reflects how fears influence behaviour.
The episode dives into the nature of these fears and how they can affect one's perceptions, leading to resentment and other harms. Derek also finds relief in the Big Book's explanation that self-reliance is the root of many fears, contrasting finite self-reliance with infinite spiritual reliance. With candid reflections and a sprinkle of humour, Derek's insights into fear inventory offer a deeper understanding of how these fears can be identified and managed.
If you're looking for a fresh perspective on recovery and the impact of fear, this episode provides valuable takeaways. So why not give it a listen and see what resonates with you?