Finding Serenity Through Spiritual Growth
Episode Overview
Prayer and meditation can improve conscious contact with a higher power. Finding a personal higher power can transform your recovery experience. Meditation doesn't require specific rituals; it's about finding peace. Letting go of control and trusting in a higher power can lead to serenity. Acceptance and gratitude are key components in spiritual growth.
Prayer is talking to God, meditation is listening.
Curious about how others navigate their sobriety journey? Episode 438 of The Recovery Show dives into the spiritual growth through Step 11 of the 12-step Al-Anon programme. Spencer and Sara bring their unique experiences to the table, discussing how prayer and meditation can enhance one's conscious contact with a higher power. With anecdotes ranging from struggling to find a personal higher power to discovering serenity amidst chaos, this episode offers relatable insights for anyone on a recovery path.
You'll hear about the transformative impact of developing a relationship with a God of your understanding, and how it can guide you to a life of happiness and acceptance. Spencer shares how meditation isn't about levitating but about finding peace in the silence, while Sara talks about her journey to finally connecting with a higher power she trusts. The episode also touches on the challenges of letting go of control and trusting in a higher power to guide one's actions.
With light-hearted discussions on prayer, meditation, and even melon-growing, Spencer and Sara offer a comforting perspective on recovery. So, do you pray? Do you meditate? How are you improving your conscious contact with a power greater than yourself? Dive into this episode to explore how spiritual practices can be tailored to suit your own recovery journey.